MEDIA ADVISORY: Baycrest Experts Available During AAIC® 2025 in Toronto

TORONTO, July 25, 2025 /CNW/ - From July 27 to 31, Toronto hosts the Alzheimer's Association International Conference^® 2025 (AAIC^®), the world's largest forum for dementia research. With Canada in the spotlight, Baycrest is recognized globally for its leadership in aging and brain health. Our scientists and experts are participating in the conference and available to support your coverage.

This international gathering offers a timely opportunity to explore the growing impact of dementia on families, economies and health care systems, along with the latest advances in prevention, care, treatment and research.

Dr. Howard Chertkow
Scientific Director, Baycrest's Kimel Family Centre for Brain Health & Wellness
Scientific Director, Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging (CCNA)
Dr. Chertkow is a member of the AAIC Scientific Program Committee and one of Canada's most respected dementia researchers. He is available to speak on topics including dementia detection, prevention, treatment and Canada's role in the global research landscape.

More Baycrest Experts You Can Speak With

• Dr. Adriana Shnall, Program Director, Baycrest Koschitzky Centre for Innovations in Caregiving, can speak to innovative tools supporting dementia caregivers, including those in rural and underserved communities. At AAIC, she is co-presenting on the use of virtual reality, AI and other strategies to better support families in community and long-term care settings.
• Dr. Allison Sekuler, President & Chief Scientist, Baycrest Academy for Research and Education is available to speak on the rising prevalence of dementia in Canada and its impact on individuals, families and the healthcare system.
• Dr. Nicole Anderson, Associate Scientific Director, Baycrest's Kimel Family Centre for Brain Health & Wellness, can discuss the latest in dementia prevention research, including evidence that nearly half of all cases may be preventable.

Baycrest combines world-class care with cutting-edge research to help shape the future of aging and brain health. If you are working on AAIC-related coverage or broader dementia stories, our experts are available for interviews throughout the conference.

Throughout the week, we will share updates with media highlighting key topics, research developments and expert perspectives from Baycrest.

Please contact Natasha Nacevski-Laird, Media Relations Specialist at Baycrest, to schedule an interview.

About Baycrest

At Baycrest, our vision is a world where every older person lives with purpose, fulfilment and dignity. Baycrest is a global leader in aging and brain health innovation, with over 105 years of expertise in seniors' care and cutting-edge research. Baycrest has been Designated with Exemplary Status by Accreditation Canada, and drives industry-leading care and safety outcomes. As the home of the Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI) powered by Baycrest, the Baycrest Academy for Research and Education (BARE) and the Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging, Baycrest is at the forefront of dementia research. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, Baycrest's training programs shape the future of care globally, while Baycrest Global Solutions extends its expertise to senior living and healthcare internationally. For more information, visit: baycrest.org.

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Media Contact: Natasha Nacevski-Laird, Media Relations Specialist, Baycrest, [email protected]