Frequently Asked Questions

The goal of this study is to gain a better understanding of all the factors that contribute to memory loss and dementia among older adults in Lebanon. This will help us develop methods and interventions to prevent dementia and give older adults in Lebanon a better chance to have a long and healthy life.

The study is safe. There may be minimal discomfort or stress associated with some aspects of the study such as cognitive tests and blood sample collection. We have procedures in place that will minimize any risk. The survey will be administered by trained data collectors and blood sample collection will be done by trained medical personnel.

The study is open to adults aged 60 years and above from randomly selected neighborhoods in the Caza of Zahle and the city of Beirut.

Yes, participation in the LSAHA study is completely voluntary. You can refuse to participate or, even if you agree at the beginning, you can withdraw your participation at any time during the course of the study.

The blood sample collected will be used to test for biomarkers known to be associated with dementia and other common chronic diseases of older age. 

There is no direct benefit to you for participating in the LSAHA study.  However, your participation will help us identify important risk factors for dementia and understand the health needs of older adults in Lebanon. Ultimately this information will be translated into programs to make aging a better experience. ​

Yes, all the personal information we will collect as part of the study will be kept confidential and strict data privacy protocols are in place to protect your identity.

We will offer you a small amount as a token of appreciation for your time commitment to the study. The amount is 400,000LL per participant. 

The study will include 3,000 older adults living in selected neighborhoods in the Caza of Zahle and the city of Beirut.