World-first Brain Warrant of Fitness launches in New Zealand

World-first Brain Warrant of Fitness launches in New Zealand <!--mynz:youtube-chapters--> {"v":1,"chapters":[{"timeSeconds":0,"label":"Introduction to Brain Warrant of Fitness","summary":"The video introduces the concept of a Brain Warrant of Fitness, drawing a parallel to regular car check-ups. It highlights the opportunity to assess and monitor brain health over time."},{"timeSeconds":13,"label":"Groundbreaking Brain Health Initiative","summary":"A new, groundbreaking initiative called the Brain Warrant of Fitness is launched. It was developed by research teams from AUT Millennium and Ebbett."},{"timeSeconds":27,"label":"Tackling 14 Risk Factors for Brain Health","summary":"The Brain-WOF aims to tackle 14 modifiable risk factors for brain health. These factors collectively contribute to a significant portion of the risk for developing brain issues later in life."},{"timeSeconds":39,"label":"Study Recruitment and Goals","summary":"The research team is recruiting 250 participants to assess them and refine the Brain-WOF protocol. They will then follow these participants over time to understand how their brain health changes."},{"timeSeconds":118,"label":"Comprehensive Brain-WOF Assessment Process","summary":"The Brain-WOF is a two-hour assessment that measures various aspects of brain health. This includes consent, cognitive tests, blood tests, and health questionnaires."},{"timeSeconds":133,"label":"Participant's Personal Motivation","summary":"A participant shares his motivation for joining the study, citing his personal history of repeated concussions from playing professional rugby. He wants to understand the long-term effects and monitor his brain health."},{"timeSeconds":150,"label":"Body Composition and Concussion Link","summary":"The study uses a DEXA scan to measure body composition and bone density, exploring potential correlations with obesity and concussion. This aims to provide a more objective measure of brain health."},{"timeSeconds":203,"label":"Research Aims and Participant Experience","summary":"Scott Crawford, a participant in the AUT brain health and neuroscience program, discusses his personal history with concussions. He highlights the need for objective measurement and the study's goal to improve understanding and management of head injuries."}]} <!--/mynz:youtube-chapters-->