by InTrieste
To highlight the impact of dementia, affecting over 5000 in the Trieste area, the city’s volunteer association De Banfield organized a flash mob, which took place in pizza Borsa and saw some 300 participants this Thursday evening, 21 September.
21 September marks World Alzheimer’s Day, a significant event that seeks to raise awareness of dementia, a collective term for various brain-affecting diseases, with Alzheimer’s being the most prevalent.
In theTrieste area, dementia affected over 5000 people in recent years. Though generally characterized by memory issues, its manifestation can be diverse, ranging from difficulties in daily life to significant behavioral changes.
However, despite these challenges, it is possible to provide moments of joy and connection for those affected. In line with this, the Trieste’s Associazione De Banfield organized a touching flash mob which saw 300 young participants dedicate their singing and dancing to their loved ones.
Trieste’s iconic landmark, the Neptune fountain in Piazza Borsa, will remain illuminated purple to commemorate the day.
