Kivipelto said the move aligns with her long-running focus on dementia prevention and the growing view that midlife is a critical period for protecting brain health.
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Transforming Aging at Yale: Dr. Kivipelto’s Center Champions Multidomain Prevention and Community Impact
Overview
Yale University is taking a major step to address the challenges of an aging population by launching the Center for Aging Well. This new center, led by Dr. Miia Kivipelto, is built on her pioneering research and the success of the FINGER trial, which showed that lifestyle changes can help prevent cognitive decline. The Center works closely with local organizations in New Haven to share prevention strategies and promote brain health. Its mission is to redefine aging by focusing on improving quality of life, not just extending years, and by actively engaging the community in healthy aging initiatives.