Alzheimers Talk Radio| PWTRN

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His diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease

Lisa Skinner covers the struggles that caregivers face when caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. Lisa speaks with Betsy Wurzel about her experience as the primary caregiver for her husband following his diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease at a relatively young…

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Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Dementia

An Open discussion on Frontotemporal Dementia

The conversation highlights actor Bruce Willis’ diagnosis with FTD including how the diagnosis was covered in the news. Lisa elucidates for listeners how this rarer form of brain disease impacts a patient’s ability to communicate and causes behavioral changes.

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Alzheimers BLOG Brain Caregivers Dementia Elderly Care Mental Health

Risk Factors of Developing Alzheimer’s Disease

With the recommendations outlined in this episode, listeners will learn how to potentially reduce their risk for dementia by up to one-third. Additionally, Lisa illuminates for listeners why the link between lifestyle choices and brain disease is so profound that Alzheimer’s Disease has…

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Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Chronic Illness Dementia

Common Myths around Brain Disease

Myths discussed on the show include: Dementia is inevitable as we age, and forgetfulness is always a sign of dementia.

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Advocate Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Dementia

What you can do to prevent Caregiver Burnout

Debbie and Betsyiscuss Caregiver Burnout, what are the signs, and what you can do to prevent Caregiver Burnout, we also discussed how important self-care is and the importance of educating yourself about your loved one’s Dementia.

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Advocate Alzheimers Attorney BLOG Caregivers Dementia Families

Dementia Family Caregiver Educator and Advocate

Dr. Brittany Lamb discusses how important it is to be educated about your loved one’s diagnosis, to have a medical directive, and to be proactive in getting Power of Attorney for Medical and Financial affairs!

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Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Chronic Illness Dementia

Helping Caregivers Navigate the Role as a Caregiver

Betsy and Debra also discussed the importance of education for the caregiver, how being educated helps the caregiver have less stress and how education helps you be a better-informed caregiver, the importance of having Power of Attorney, a medical directive, how you want…

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Alzheimers Author BLOG Books Caregivers Dementia

How difficult it is to get a diagnosis

Lisa and Betsy discussed how important it is for a caregiver to educate themselves about their loved ones’ type of dementia to provide a loving and safe environment! Also discussed was Lisa’s show which is to help provide resources for the caregiver!

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Ageing Alzheimers BLOG Dementia Families Nurses

Is Alzheimer’s disease terminal? How can I improve the life of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease?

According to a recent report by Alzheimer’s Disease International, an estimated 50 million people are living with dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are progressive (which means it will get worse over time) and life-shortening

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Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Dementia Families

Is Alzheimer’s disease hereditary?

The topics covered in the interview include tips for dealing with Alzheimer’s, the symptoms of Alzheimer’s, and whether Alzheimer’s is hereditary or not.