Research Suggests Financial Problems an Early Sign of Alzheimer’s Disease
In a recent study, health economist Lauren Nicholas, PhD, found older adults who go on to be diagnosed with dementia are more likely to miss payments on bills as early as six years before a diagnosis....
24 Feb 202122min
The Powerful Benefits of Music on Memory Loss
Growing research has shown that music can have a profound impact on individuals with memory loss. Right to Music is an organization dedicated to promoting use of personal music by families and profess...
11 Feb 202125min
Emergency Care Tips for People with Dementia
Visiting the emergency department can be a challenging experience for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Dr. Manish Shah joins the podcast to discuss the difficulties people with demen...
27 Jan 202124min
Safely Disclosing Amyloid Results with Alzheimer’s Disease Research Participants
Dr. Lindsay Clark’s new study will evaluate the psychological consequences of disclosing amyloid test results to cognitively unimpaired adults. Dr. Clark joins the podcast to define amyloid accumulati...
6 Jan 202121min
Poetry and Memory: A Poem by Dr. Fabu Carter
In this special holiday bonus episode, we are joined by poet laureate, writer, and senior outreach specialist, Dr. Fabu Carter, to discuss the impact of poetry on memory loss and a reading of her poem...
25 Des 20207min
Update on Blood Tests for Predicting Alzheimer’s Disease
Recent developments have introduced a blood-based test that could predict Alzheimer’s disease, with more of these tests currently in development. Dr. Sterling Johnson joins the podcast to discuss the ...
11 Des 202019min
Vitamin Deficiency and Its Impact on Brain Health
A study from the University of Wisconsin found 40% of geriatric memory patients were deficient in at least one vitamin linked to brain health. Vitamins tested in this study included B1, B6, B12, and D...
19 Nov 202010min
Benefits of an Early Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis
For individuals concerned with memory loss, the first few steps for screening and diagnosis can be the most intimidating. Dr. Cynthia Carlsson discusses recent progress in Alzheimer’s disease research...
5 Nov 202020min
