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Alzheimer's Disease Podcast

6.5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. By 2050, this number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million.

These statistics are certainly alarming, and they demonstrate the uncomfortable truth that Alzheimer’s will affect the majority of us at some stage in our life; whether as a friend, family member or developing the condition yourself. Gaining knowledge is the first step in taking control of your health and it begins with understanding the diagnosis.

This unique podcast miniseries is a step-by-step audio guide to help explain the condition, connect listeners to trustworthy information and resources, and support them on their journey as they learn to manage their health.

This series covers:

    • What is Alzheimer's disease?
    • What are the causes and risk factors?
    • What are the symptoms and warning signs?
    • How is it diagnosed?
    • What are the treatment options?
    • What support groups are there?
    • And more…

Trailer: Welcome to the Alzheimer's Disease Podcast

Trailer: Welcome to the Alzheimer's Disease Podcast

Alzheimer's affects at least 30 million people worldwide, not including of course, friends, family, and other loved ones, and that number is growing as we live longer. In this series, we talk to people living with Alzheimer's, caregivers and health experts about symptoms, causes, existing treatments, ongoing research into new therapies, and ways you can lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's or any form of dementi...

Ep 1: What is Alzheimer’s Disease?

Ep 1: What is Alzheimer’s Disease?

Alzheimer's disease affects families across the United States, yet no two people with the disease are alike. Our understanding of Alzheimer’s has changed a lot over the years. In this first episode, we start with the basics. We talk about causes, risk factors, symptoms, and how it affects the brain. Plus we learn about the difference between Alzheimer's disease and dementia. For a complete list of resources in this p...

Ep 2: How is Alzheimer’s Diagnosed?

Ep 2: How is Alzheimer’s Diagnosed?

The first case of Alzheimer's disease was diagnosed in the early 1900s– but only after the person had died, and doctors were able to do an autopsy. Science has come a long way since then! There are several tests available now. And soon we may be able to tell if someone will develop Alzheimer's disease before they even develop symptoms. In this episode, we learn about the latest tests. And we hear from people and thei...

Ep 3: What Are the Early Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease?

Ep 3: What Are the Early Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease?

Even though we know a lot more about Alzheimer's disease now than we used to, there are still a lot of misunderstandings about the disease. So in this episode, we hear from people with Alzheimer's disease about their day-to-day lives. Caregivers and medical professionals also share their experiences caring for people with more advanced Alzheimer's disease. If you love someone with advanced Alzheimer’s disease, stay t...

Ep 4: Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease (Part 1): Diet, Exercise and Lifestyle Changes

Ep 4: Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease (Part 1): Diet, Exercise and Lifestyle Changes

There's no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but there are ways to manage it and treat symptoms. In this episode, we hear from people living with the disease about the healthy changes they've made to continue leading active, social lives. For a complete list of resources in this podcast series, please visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com/resources. What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear from you. Please ...

Ep 5: Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease (Part 2): Medicine and Rehabilitation Therapies

Ep 5: Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease (Part 2): Medicine and Rehabilitation Therapies

Medication for Alzheimer's disease has been around since the 1980s, and for some people, it can be an important part of managing symptoms. In this episode, we talk about the medications that are available now, and we learn about therapy to improve motor, speech and language skills. For a complete list of resources in this podcast series, please visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com/resources. What did you think of t...

Ep 6: Caring for Someone with Alzheimer's Disease

Ep 6: Caring for Someone with Alzheimer's Disease

If you love someone with Alzheimer's disease, you know that caregiving can be complicated and challenging. But you are not alone. There are many resources to help on your journey. In this episode, we hear from experts and other caregivers about some important dos and don'ts, and share resources where you can find more information. For a complete list of resources in this podcast series, please visit our website at He...

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