Should You Know Your Risk: Alzheimer’s in Our DNA

Should You Know Your Risk: Alzheimer’s in Our DNA

Caregiver Storyteller - About Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiving

02/07/2025 12:11AM

Episode Synopsis "Should You Know Your Risk: Alzheimer’s in Our DNA"

What would you do if you could know your genetic risk for Alzheimer’s? In this intimate episode, we go beyond science to the heart of a family navigating the impact of a genetic marker known as ApoE4. Michael Pollack, living with Alzheimer’s, joins his daughters Ava and Lucy for a powerful conversation about diagnosis, legacy, and the profoundly personal choices surrounding genetic testing.We explore: What ApoE4 is and why it matters How families weigh the emotional impact of genetic risk Michael’s journey and the wisdom he shares with others Ava and Lucy’s candid reflections on fear, hope, and the futureThis is not just a medical episode; it’s a conversation about courage, connection, and caregiving.Listen now and join the dialogue.

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