[First in Minami-ku, Okayama City] Okayama Rosai Hospital to Start Offering "Atama no Kenko Check®" as a Standard Item for Brain and Other Medical Checkups

Millennia Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo), a veteran provider of private cognitive function check services under Saint-Care Holding, has announced that its cognitive scale "Atama no Kenko Check®" (Head Health Check) will be newly introduced and operated as a standard inspection item for Brain, Brain Cardiovascular, and Frailty Checkups at Okayama Rosai Hospital (Location: Minami-ku, Okayama City) starting April 2026.

### Background of Introduction Guidelines for dementia prevention issued by the Japan Brain Dock Society now list cognitive function testing as a mandatory item, highlighting the importance of managing lifestyle-related diseases from middle age. Furthermore, the "Guide for Preparing for Life with Dementia" published by the Alzheimer's Association Japan encourages individuals to stay sensitive to changes in their physical condition in preparation for aging and the possibility of developing dementia.

Against this backdrop, Okayama Rosai Hospital aims to provide opportunities to understand cognitive status starting from middle age. Through recommendations for risk reduction—such as lifestyle improvements—the hospital seeks to promote and raise awareness of habits for maintaining "head health" within the community.

### Medical Checkup Menus Including "Atama no Kenko Check®": The check will be provided as a standard inspection item in the following menus: - Frailty Checkup: 25,000 yen (tax included) - Brain Checkup: 48,000 yen (tax included) - Brain Cardiovascular Checkup: 69,000 yen (tax included)

Regular testing is also recommended as an optional addition for those undergoing general health screenings or human dock exams: - Optional Test: 3,300 yen (tax included)

### Who Should Consider Regular Cognitive Evaluation? Assessment is particularly recommended for individuals with the following risk factors for cognitive decline: - MCI risk identified through blood tests - Sleep Apnea Syndrome (SAS) - Thyroid issues - Gut environment issues

Regular monitoring is also advised for those who: - Are concerned about recent declines in vision or hearing - Are concerned about their LDL cholesterol levels - Have a lack of exercise or irregular eating habits - Employ workers aged 60 and over and face challenges in preventing health-related accidents or troubles