Global Conference on Public Health & Epidemiology
October 22-24, 2026
Huntington Disease
Huntington Disease is a rare, inherited neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive motor dysfunction, cognitive decline, and psychiatric symptoms. It is caused by a genetic mutation and typically manifests in adulthood, though symptoms can appear earlier. From a public health perspective, Huntington disease presents challenges related to long-term care, genetic counseling, mental health support, and family impact. Public health strategies focus on early diagnosis, access to multidisciplinary care, and support for caregivers. Awareness and education help reduce stigma and improve understanding of the disease. Research and surveillance contribute to understanding prevalence, disease progression, and population needs. Although there is currently no cure, public health systems play a vital role in improving quality of life, ensuring equitable access to services, and supporting affected individuals and families through coordinated care and social support systems.
Adele Ann Webb
Strategic Education, Inc., United States
Ann Marie Leonard Zabel
Curry College, United States
Thomas J Webster
Brown University, United States
Mariano Votta
Italian NGO Cittadinanzattiva, Italy
Ashot Khachatryan
National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Armenia, Armenia
Ches Jones
University of Arkansas, United States
Adeva A Elem
Mercer University, United StatesSubmit your abstract Today
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Sebastiano Venturi, Department of Public Health of Rimini, Italy
Title : Specific strategies over the life course for early identification, prevention, treatment, and long-term support
Christopher Ashton, Center for Recovery, Canada
Title : Population health, public health and the social determinants of health: The state of the science
Adele Ann Webb, Strategic Education, Inc., United States
Title : The nutritional management of healthy menu plans
Iuliana Vintila, Dunărea de Jos University of Galați, Romania
Title : Healthcare system profiles and pandemic outcomes: A cross-country multi-dimensional scaling analysis of Cuba, Spain, Italy, and Germany
Giuseppe Orlando, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy
Title : Change your genes – change your life: Epigenetics of longevity
Kenneth R Pelletier, USCF School of Medicine, United States