🎙️The Science of Memory, Alzheimer's and Dementia Ep 179

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Discover the intricate ties between heart health and memory as we sit down with esteemed neurology expert Dr. Steven Toenjes and well-known cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren. They will give you insights that could reshape your understanding of Alzheimer's disease. The conversation transcends the traditional boundaries of amyloid PET scans and dissects the nuances of cognitive impairment. Through the compelling case scenario of Mr. Wrenchworth, they unveil the critical differences between normal age-related cognitive changes and genuine memory loss, illuminating the importance of comprehensive assessments in the face of memory concerns.
Venture with us into the realm of vascular disease and its profound influence on cognitive function, where strokes and small vessel changes play an unexpectedly significant role. We navigate through the distinguishing features of dementia varieties, spotlighting how conditions like Lewy body and frontotemporal dementia present their unique challenges. Not only do we tackle the controversies surrounding Alzheimer's hypotheses, but we also examine cutting-edge interventions and the delicate balance between their benefits and potential risks, as seen in the Aducanumab and Lecanemab trials.
Wrap up your journey with a deep dive into the emerging blood-based markers that promise to revolutionize the early detection of Alzheimer's. Dr. Toenjes and Dr. Koren scrutinize the pathological indicators of the disease and stress the imperative of modifiable risk factors, the restorative power of sleep, and the cognitive safeguarding properties of cardiovascular exercise. We conclude with a candid discussion on the controversial FDA approval of aducanumab and the essential, yet often overlooked, role of medication monitoring, particularly with treatments like Lecanemab. Join us for an episode that's not just a conversation but a gateway to understanding the future of Alzheimer's therapy.
Take Home Talking Points:

• Understanding Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Loss
• Vascular Disease and Types of Dementia
• Understanding Alzheimer's
• Cardio and Music's Impact on Brain Health
• Treatment for Cognitive Decline
• Asymptomatic Brain Hemorrhages and Medication Monitoring

Recording Date: January 26, 2024 a rebroadcast for the WJCT studio.

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अध्यायों

1. Understanding Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Loss (00:00:01)

2. Vascular Disease and Types of Dementia (00:09:10)

3. Understanding Alzheimer's (00:19:04)

4. Cardio and Music's Impact on Brain Health (00:37:28)

5. Canumab and Nanomab for Cognitive Decline (00:42:03)

6. Asymptomatic Brain Hemorrhages and Medication Monitoring (00:49:50)