The latest on Alzheimer's disease

06/11/2023 21 min Episodio 64
The latest on Alzheimer's disease

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Episode Synopsis

Six million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s Disease today. Six million families are coping with this diagnosis. Six million families are searching for hope.Today, we discuss the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s - what is normal aging and what is something more. We look at the therapies available - including a new medication just approved that is showing signs of promise for dementia patients. Plus the resources available for family members - who have the crushing task of helping their loved one fight this disease.There’s been a lot of talk of Alzheimer’s in the news lately. The FDA just approved a brand new drug that is offering a glimmer of hope to so many and we’ve seen some high profile cases - actor Bruce Willis’ family talking about his dementia diagnosis and the family of former first lady Rosalyn Carter talking about her diagnosis. It’s a cruel disease and a disease with no known cure. Today we are talking to an expert on Alzheimer’s - asking your questions and getting answers on everything from how to know if your forgetfulness is something more serious to the best therapies available to patients today. 
Monica Robins is not a medical doctor.  All content presented in this program is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice.  Always seek the guidance of your personal doctor or qualified healthcare professional with any questions regarding your health or medical condition.