The Potential for Predicting Alzheimer’s Disease Through a Blood Test
Dr. Howard Federoff, a ground-breaking researcher of brain disorders, discusses his research relating to predicting Alzheimer’s disease through a blood test andshares his lifestyle habits for brain he...
24 Apr 201817min
What It Takes to Become a Dementia Friendly Hospital
The William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, was recently recognized as the first Dementia Friendly VA hospital in the country. We hear from Dr. Mary Wyman and Margaret F...
10 Apr 201816min
How Biomarkers and Brain Imaging Are Used to Detect Early Stages of Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease-related changes occur in the brain more than 15 years before a person experiences the memory and personality changes associated with the disease. By studying the disease in its ear...
27 Mar 201814min
Identification and Treatment of Swallowing Disorders in Older Adults
As we age, swallowing foods and liquids can become harder to do. When someone has trouble swallowing, it is defined as dysphagia. Dr. Nicole Pulia discusses dysphagia and its signs, effects, treatment...
13 Mar 201815min
Support After Diagnosis: Dementia Care Specialists and Dementia Friendly Communities
After a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia, patients and caregivers can turn to local agencies and associations for education and support. Dementia friendly communities represent an in...
27 Feb 201811min
New Study Looks at Fish Oil for Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention in Veterans
Veterans are at a higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease than the general population. A new clinical trial is looking at the effect prescription fish oil has on brain health in veterans and will determin...
13 Feb 201810min
Obtaining a Memory Assessment and the Role of a Neuropsychologist in Memory Care
The thought of going in for a memory evaluation can be intimidating. Learn more about what you can expect with the evaluation process and get an idea of which behaviors are more concerning than others...
30 Jan 201810min
Caregiver Strategies for Overcoming Communication and Behavior Changes Due to Dementia
Dementia care specialist Teepa Snow discusses techniques caregivers and family members can use to better communicate with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia patients. Guest: Teepa Snow, dementia care sp...
16 Jan 201818min
