This project is a dementia examination program targeting approximately 12,300 Bunkyo City residents between the ages of 55 and 75, at a milestone of every 5 years. Brain health is checked using "NouKNOW" (pronounced "NOH-NOH"), a digital tool for self-assessment of cognitive function, and based on the assessment results as well as a medical interview, physicians will provide medical advice or referrals to medical institutions. The project also introduces support available from visiting nurses, and encourages participation in lifestyle improvement programs. Since early detection and response to dementia is important,
The dementia examination project has been implemented since FY2021 as a priority policy of Bunkyo City, and
In FY2023, 245 people participated in on-site examinations, of which approximately 12% led to recommendations to see a medical institution. In a survey conducted after the examination, 52% of the 122 respondents said that they had developed a more positive outlook on dementia, and 68% said that they had become more interested in the brain and health.
About NouKNOW
NouKNOW (non-medical device) is a tool that uses a simple card test using a PC, tablet or smartphone device to perform tests evaluating psychomotor function, attention, learning and memory, and working memory. This digital tool allows users to self-assess independently and in a short time frame (approx.15 minutes), enabling regular assessments in instances such as daily life and health checkups. It has been adopted by a number of medical and research institutions, local governments, corporations and universities.
For additional information, please visit https://nouknow.jp/. (Japanese only)
(List of partners: https://nouknow.jp/partner/)
About Pay For Success (PFS)
Pay For Success (PFS) is a new method of public-private partnership to set outcome indicators in accordance with the administrative issues to be solved by the projects that local public entities, etc. contract out to private sectors for its implementation, and the amount paid by the local public entity, etc. to the private sector for outsourcing a project is linked to improvement of the relevant outcome indicators as evaluated by a third party. PFS is a policy promoted by the
About Brepacise
Brepacise is a dual-task exercise program that stimulates the body and brain by moving the arms and legs to music while also incorporating intellectual challenges.
For additional information, please visit the dementia information site "Sodan e-65" operated by Theoria technologies Inc., a member of
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