We say in stroke that every minute counts. But in neurodegeneration, time is just as essential. A few weeks ago I had the honor of attending the Swiss Dementia Forum , the first of its kind, an event that reunited researchers, clinicians, patient representatives, pharma, and private companies to map the ecosystem of dementia research, with a focus on Switzerland. My intention was to get a clearer sense of current dementia care, strengthen my understanding of the condition, an

Dementia is one of the most pressing public health challenges of the 21st century. As populations age, more individuals and families are affected by memory loss, cognitive decline, and the profound emotional and economic strains that come with long-term care needs. Yet for many, dementia remains misunderstood—seen simply as “memory loss” rather than a complex set of neurological conditions. What Is Dementia? Dementia is not a single disease . It is an umbrella term describing