Medis Launches Health Course to Promote Active Lifestyles Amid Growing Dementia Awareness

A new health initiative titled "Hälsa för alla – från dåligt samvete till rörelseglädje och stolthet" has been introduced by Medis to encourage healthier living through accessible fitness education. The course combines informative lectures with simple workout sessions, designed to make health guidance clearer and more approachable for individuals uncertain how to start exercising. Hanna Sivén, a course instructor, explained that the program aims to debunk myths and clarify health recommendations that often confuse the public.

Currently, about one-third of Medis’ course offerings focus on health and wellness, attracting approximately 2,000 participants with expectations for increased engagement in 2026, according to assistant principal Ester Laurell.

This wellness push aligns with broader health advice targeting dementia risk reduction. Notably, Dr. Silke Kern highlights that adopting physical activities like exercise and reading books plays a crucial role in lowering dementia risk. She also advises safety measures such as wearing bicycle helmets. As longer life expectancy contributes to more cases of dementia, adopting these lifestyle changes is increasingly important.

Together, these initiatives and lifestyle recommendations strive to foster healthier habits and mitigate age-related health risks among Sweden’s population.