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Swiss Network for Dementia Research

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We promote and advance the interdisciplinary #networking of all partners working in the field of #dementiaresearch

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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 24/09/2026
Save the Date 📌 Swiss Dementia Forum 2027 The conversations started in 2025 will continue in November 2027. We look forward to bringing together the Swiss dementia community once again to connect research, treatment and care. #SDF27 #DementiaResearch #DementiaCare
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 17/08/2026
What is the role of neuropsychology when biology and cognition no longer tell the same story? Join Alexia Candal-Zürcher (Inselspital Bern) in our Dementia update – Clinical Series. 📆 10.09.2026 | 🕛 12:00 Register here: swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/demen...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 13/08/2026
#DementiaConnectBern is getting closer! Join researchers and clinical professionals on 25 September 2026 to discuss current perspectives on dementia research and care. Submit your abstract for the Poster Session by 21 August. 🔗 swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/demen...
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Discover the Swiss Network for Dementia Research: a resource for advancing dementia research, care, and education in Switzerland. Join us in supporting individuals and families affected by dementia.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 03/08/2026
Register: swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/dementia-update-giorgia-melli/
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 03/08/2026
Join our next Dementia Update webinar with Prof. Dr. med. Giorgia Melli (USI) on early Parkinson’s diagnosis. Discover how extracellular vesicles and machine learning could enable earlier, more precise diagnosis. 27 Aug 2026 | 16:00–16:45
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 13/07/2026
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Dementia Update – Clinical Series #7 with Dr. Olivier Rouaud
Discover the Swiss Network for Dementia Research: a resource for advancing dementia research, care, and education in Switzerland. Join us in supporting individuals and families affected by dementia.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 13/07/2026
Join PD Dr. med. @orouaud1.bsky.social (Leenaards Memory Center) to discuss clinical assessment, complementary tools & differential diagnosis for patients with dementia under 65.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 24/06/2026
Registration for all sessions through November is now open. swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/
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Events | Swiss Network for Dementia Research
Explore networking events, conferences, and workshops for the dementia research community in Switzerland.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 24/06/2026
A short summer break before the next season of the SNDR #DementiaUpdateSeries. From August onwards, our Virtual and Clinical Series return with new topics, speakers and opportunities for interdisciplinary exchange. Take a look at the attached program for an autumn preview.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 09/06/2026
Dementia research in Switzerland is evolving fast – we help you stay oriented. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: swiss-dementia-network.ch/newsletter-s...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 08/06/2026
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝘇𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁? Join Dementia Update – Virtual Series #16 with Prof. Valentina Garibotto (University of Geneva) on 25 June 2026 at 4pm. Register here: swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/demen...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 04/06/2026
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Dementia Update – Clinical Series #6 with PD Dr. Mathias Schlögl
Discover the Swiss Network for Dementia Research: a resource for advancing dementia research, care, and education in Switzerland. Join us in supporting individuals and families affected by dementia.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 04/06/2026
Join our Clinical Series with PD Dr. Mathias Schlögl on 11th of June to learn practical strategies to recognize agitation in dementia as a clinical symptom, identify unmet needs and implement non-pharmacological and psychopharmacological treatments.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 04/05/2026
Dementia Update – Virtual Series: 28 May 2026, 16:00–16:45 Register: swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/demen...
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Registration Dementia Update – Virtual Series #15 with Johannes Gräff
Discover the Swiss Network for Dementia Research: a resource for advancing dementia research, care, and education in Switzerland. Join us in supporting individuals and families affected by dementia.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 04/05/2026
Can we rejuvenate the aging brain?@graeffjohannes.bsky.social presents research on partial reprogramming of memory-storing neurons using OSK gene therapy to reverse age-related changes and improve cognition in aging and Alzheimer’s disease models.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 22/04/2026
READ💡Our latest blog post from the Dementia Updates Series explores how biological, social and structural factors shape Alzheimer’s risk across the life course — from #menopause and cardiometabolic health to sex, gender and #socioeconomic factors. swiss-dementia-network.ch/news/webinar...
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Women, diversity and brain health: New perspectives on dementia risk
Women, diversity, and brain health: This article summarizes key insights from two Dementia Update webinars on how menopause, cardiometabolic factors, and social determinants influence dementia risk.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 14/04/2026
Diagnosing #FTD is tricky – but not impossible. 🧠 Prof. Marc Sollberger shares how Switzerland’s #SwissFTDNetwork is bringing neurologists, psychiatrists and other specialists together to improve early diagnosis and patient care. Full interview: swiss-dementia-network.ch/news/intervi...
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Swiss FTD Network Interview: Frontotemporal Dementia in Switzerland
In this interview, Prof. Marc Sollberger provides insights into the Swiss FTD Network: how professionals from neurology, psychiatry, and geriatrics collaborate to improve diagnosis and share knowledge...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 13/04/2026
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Dementia Update – Virtual Series #14 with Evelina Voloviceva
Discover the Swiss Network for Dementia Research: a resource for advancing dementia research, care, and education in Switzerland. Join us in supporting individuals and families affected by dementia.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 13/04/2026
Cell type specific composition of brain APOE particles 🧠 Discover how the origin of APOE particles differ depending on cellular origin, revealing new insights into Alzheimer’s. Join Evelina Voloviceva in the Dementia Update – Virtual Series. #Alzheimers #BrainHealth #DementiaUpdate
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 20/03/2026
What if dementia prevention started in the community, not the clinic? Join Dr. Federica Ribaldi & Prof. Bogdan Draganski to explore integrated models for brain health, from public workshops to personalized risk reduction. #DementiaPrevention #BrainHealth swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/demen...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 18/03/2026
Swissmedic has approved Donanemab — the first disease-modifying therapy for Alzheimer’s in Switzerland. But is our healthcare system ready for anti-amyloid therapies and ARIA? Read our latest blog on implementation lessons from two experts. swiss-dementia-network.ch/news/webinar...
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Alzheimer’s Anti-Amyloid Therapy: Evidence and ARIA
Implementing anti-amyloid therapies presents significant clinical and organizational challenges. This article summarizes two webinars from the Dementia Update – Clinical Series, highlighting practical...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 09/03/2026
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Dementia Update – Virtual Series #13 with Dr. Sivaniya Subramaniapillai
Discover the Swiss Network for Dementia Research: a resource for advancing dementia research, care, and education in Switzerland. Join us in supporting individuals and families affected by dementia.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 09/03/2026
Dr. Sivaniya Subramaniapillai explores how biology, social factors & structural inequalities — like sex, genetics, socioeconomic status & discrimination — combine to shape brain aging & dementia, and how intersectional approaches can support fairer risk models & care.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 23/02/2026
How does menopause shape brain health and dementia risk? Dr. Louise Schindler explores hormonal shifts, cardiometabolic changes, and what they mean for future research and clinical practice. Join the next Dementia Update – Clinical Series: swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/demen...
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Universität Luzern @uniluzern.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
#Demenz – Ein neu entwickeltes Pflegekonzepts kann die Lebensqualität Betroffener verbessern, der Einsatz von Psychopharmaka kann dabei reduziert oder gar vermieden werden. Dies zeigt eine neue Studie der Uni Luzern. www.unilu.ch/news/vida-co...
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Neues Pflegekonzept verbessert Lebensqualität Demenzbetroffener
Steigende Demenzfallzahlen und Grenzen medikamentöser Behandlungen unterstreichen die Bedeutung wirksamer Pflegekonzepte. Eine neue Studie zeigt nun, dass das im Haus Herbschtzytlos entwickelte Konzep...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 04/02/2026
Prepare for what’s coming in Alzheimer’s care, register here for our joint webinar with the Swiss Memory Clinics: lnkd.in/egF_uZq2
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 04/02/2026
After careful review, @swissmedic.bsky.social has officially approved #Donanemab for Alzheimer’s disease on 4 February 2026. This marks an important milestone for Alzheimer’s therapy in Switzerland. Timely with this approval, we are hosting a webinar on #ARIA prediction, detection and management!
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 26/01/2026
🧠 Predicting & managing ARIA is key in Alzheimer’s care. PD Dr. Piotr Radojewski shares image-based strategies and clinical insights, with interactive Q&A, hosted by Prof. Bogdan Draganski. 📅 12.02.26 | 🕓 12:00–11:50 Register here: swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/demen...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 14/01/2026
New 3D whole-brain mapping tool for Parkinson’s 🧠 Developed at UZH in collaboration with teams from Johns Hopkins & Marburg, PDMap3D allows researchers to visualize pathology across the entire mouse brain. Method publicly available — discover & share tools on our platform!
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 22/12/2025
Season’s greetings from the Team 🎄 We hope this year’s season fills your days with the things that mean most to you and energizes you for a happy and healthy new year.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 01/12/2025
Part of the Dementia Update – Virtual Series, a space for experts and practitioners to connect, learn, and exchange ideas.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 01/12/2025
🧬 Abnormal tau disrupts neuron energy & communication. Dr. Grimm shows how healthy mitochondrial transplants can restore function and boost neurite growth – a promising path for Alzheimer’s therapies. 📅 30.10.2025 | 🕓 16:00–16:45 Register here: swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/demen...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 24/11/2025
Your Lunch Break, Upgraded! 🧠 A new spin-off of the Dementia Update series, in collaboration with Swiss Memory Clinics. 50 min of insight & inspiration for clinicians & researchers. Starting 15 Jan 2026, every 2nd Thu at 12 pm CET. Learn more: swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/webin...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 19/11/2025
The #SwissDementiaForum 2025 was inspiring! Thank you to everyone who made it happen. New research, great discussions and meaningful connections — together, we make a difference. Full recap: swiss-dementia-network.ch/news/swiss-d...
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Swiss Dementia Forum 2025: Highlights, Insights & Community
Discover the key moments, expert talks, poster highlights, and interdisciplinary dialogue from the Swiss Dementia Forum 2025. Connecting research, clinic & care.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 10/11/2025
Thank you to 250+ participants, our keynote speakers, and the Event Forum team for an inspiring Swiss Dementia Forum.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 03/11/2025
📅 12 Feb, 14:05–15:50 CET 🧾 Abstract deadline extended → 16 Nov Curious minds welcome: annual-meeting.ls2.ch/2026/registr...
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Registration - LS² Annual Meeting
Life Sciences Switzerland, Annual Meeting 2026 Site and Registration System.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 03/11/2025
How close are we to understanding neurodegenerative diseases? Join us at the @lifesciswitzerland.bsky.social (LS2) Annual Meeting – with top researchers like Britta Engelhardt and @marcaurelbusche.bsky.social, and discussions led by Daniela Noain & @bogdandraganski.bsky.social.
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Life Sciences Switzerland (LS2) @lifesciswitzerland.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
🚨 Abstract deadline extended! LS2 Annual Meeting 2026: 📍 Zürich | 🗓 Feb 11–12 (YSS: Feb 10) Join us for keynotes by Sarah-Maria Fendt, Heidi McBride & Jennifer Lippincott-Schwartz + 11 symposia, poster session, & networking. 🔗 Abstracts due Nov 16: annual-meeting.ls2.ch/2026/registr...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 30/10/2025
🚀 #ERAAD2026 | 1–5 March, Italy Early-career researchers: dive into state-of-the-art Alzheimer’s science, world-class mentorship, and career-boosting workshops. Sponsored by Dementia Research Switzerland – Synapsis Foundation. era-ad2026.azuleon.org/welcome
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 29/10/2025
Fully booked 💥 one day ahead of schedule! Registration for the Swiss Dementia Forum 2025 is now closed. We’re thrilled and grateful for the incredible response — every spot filled a day before the official closing. See you soon in Bern! #SwissDementiaForum #DementiaResearch
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 27/10/2025
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Posters | Swiss Dementia Forum 2025
Discover a comprehensive collection of posters submitted to the Swiss Dementia Forum, showcasing the latest research and innovations in dementia reserach and care.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 27/10/2025
Final call! 🧠 Last chance to join the Swiss Dementia Forum 2025 — registration closes Thursday, 30 Oct (if spots last!). Over 250 experts in dementia research, care & treatment will meet for keynotes, discussions & networking. Don’t miss out! Register: www.swiss-dementia-forum.ch/registration...
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Registration form | Swiss Dementia Forum 2025
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 16/10/2025
📅 27.11.2025 | 🕓 16:00–16:45 Register here: tinyurl.com/yr63hjkb Part of the Dementia Update – Virtual Series, a space for experts and practitioners to connect, learn, and exchange ideas.
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Registration Dementia Update – Virtual Series #9 with Dr. Pierre de Rossi
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 16/10/2025
LEARN 💡Drug Delivery & the Brain How can low-intensitiy pulsed ultrasound enhance drug delivery across the blood-brain barrier? Dr. Pierre de Rossi presents his work on innovative ultrasound-based strategies to improve treatment efficacy and patient comfort.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 10/09/2025
📢 Final Call: Poster submission for the #SwissDementiaForum closes on 10 Oct! Showcase your research, join the Poster Session & compete for the 🏆 #PosterAward. Submit here 🔗 www.swiss-dementia-forum.ch/registration...
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 10/09/2025
Missed our Dementia Update - Virtual Series with Prof. Elin de Bruin? Discover how exergaming can support dementia care. #DementiaResearch
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 10/09/2025
LEARN 💡Post-Stroke Cognition How can cognitive reserve influence recovery after a stroke? PD Dr. Roza Umarova presents her latest research on post-stroke cognitive trajectories and strategies to protect cognitive processing. 📅 30.10.2025 | 🕓 16:00–16:45 Register here: tinyurl.com/j7zmpmkw
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 28/08/2025
Drumroll please 🥁 The Scientific Committee has picked standout abstracts for the Lightning Talks at #SDF2025 in Bern! On 7 Nov, we’ll hear from brilliant minds about #Prevention #BehaviourAndCognition #Genetics #Pathophysiology #Diagnosis #Therapy #Care Check the full program: tinyurl.com/2dp4rd6f
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Program | Swiss Dementia Forum 2025
Discover the latest in dementia research at our diverse program with keynotes, panels, and workshops. Join us Nov 6-7, 2025.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 28/08/2025
Congratulations on launching the new community app!🥳Looking forward to seeing the community grow, connect, and collaborate.
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Swiss Network for Dementia Research @swiss-dementia-network.ch · 19/08/2025
LEARN 💡Can targeting astrocytic mitochondria lead to new treatments for Alzheimer’s? Prof. Jean-Yves Chatton shares emerging research on astrocyte metabolism and novel therapeutic strategies. 📅 25.09.2025 | 🕓 16:00–16:45 Register here: swiss-dementia-network.ch/events/demen...
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