The NEW Neurodegeneration Masterclass and Ferritin: A Key Player in Mental Health

Aug 14
NEURODEGENERATION MASTERCLASS - 14.5 hours

Support the growing number of individuals currently facing or at risk of developing neurodegenerative conditions. These diseases are becoming an increasingly serious global health concern, with their incidence rising at an alarming rate. In 2019, around 50 million people worldwide were affected, and this number is expected to soar to 152 million by 2060. Dementia, in particular, has become the leading cause of death in several countries, including being the top cause of death in women in Australia.

Prevention is the most effective strategy, as these conditions tend to progress rapidly once diagnosed. There are many proactive steps you can take to help prevent neural decline. This course on neurodegenerative diseases provides you with the essential knowledge and tools to address one of today's most urgent health challenges. As these disorders become more prevalent, clinicians with expertise in this area will be crucial in delivering quality care and reducing the burden on individuals and society.

Many of your patients are likely to develop a neurodegenerative condition, and now is the time to discuss this possibility with them and create a proactive prevention plan.

FERRITIN; A KEY PLAYER IN MENTAL HEALTH with Kristen Allott - 1.5 hours

Ferritin is a marker of iron storage in blood, which can be independently low from hematocrit indices. Use this lab to rule out causes of fatigue and depression. The laboratory ranges of ferritin are not set based on research but on statistics. This leaves many people who are iron deficient undiagnosed and presenting with symptoms of fatigue and depression when the actual cause is low iron. Dr. Allott will review the studies and important iron deficiency rule-outs and discuss treatment options.

  • Learn what ferritin is, the normal range and why this may be problematic
  • Understand the research
  • Learn how ferritin applies to mental health, fatigue and endurance
  • Understand conditions the should be ruled out for low or high ferritin
  • Learn how to treat low iron and when to consider IV infusion