Trailer: Welcome to the Rethinking Alzheimer's Disease Podcast

Apr 4, 2024

Explore the complex journey of Alzheimer's disease, starting long before memory loss appears. Hear personal stories from those affected, offering insights into early detection and proactive brain health. Discover signs to watch for and actions that can help reduce risk or slow progression. This engaging narrative is a call for understanding, empowerment, and hope in facing a challenging condition together.

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ANECDOTE

Dan Kendall's Personal Connection

Dan Kendall shares his personal connection with Alzheimer's as his dad was diagnosed in his 60s.
He reflects on his own age, 56, realizing the disease could affect him soon.

INSIGHT

Alzheimer's Starts Decades Early

Alzheimer's begins decades before symptoms such as memory loss appear.
Understanding this early onset can change how people approach brain health and prevention.

ADVICE

Proactive Brain Health Care

Proactively care for brain health through diet and exercise to reduce Alzheimer's risk.
Taking timely action on brain health can slow disease progression and improve outcomes.

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When you hear the words Alzheimer's disease, what do you think of? The truth is, the picture most of us have of the disease is incomplete. Alzheimer's disease doesn't start when someone starts to lose their memory. It actually starts years – sometimes decades – earlier.

The Rethinking Alzheimer's Disease Podcast is an engaging, narrative-style podcast miniseries for those curious or motivated to learn about Alzheimer’s disease. Perhaps you have a family member with Alzheimer’s disease, or care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Perhaps you consider yourself or your loved ones at risk for Alzheimer’s disease and want to hear more about the journey and actions you can take.

Told by people with lived experience of Alzheimer's disease, as well as caregivers and health experts, the Rethinking Alzheimer's Disease Podcast answers common questions about Alzheimer's disease, including: what Alzheimer's disease is, how it starts, what signs to look out for, and most importantly, how you can take action to reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, or slow its progression.

Download and listen to our series to learn more about Alzheimer's disease, gain confidence in dealing with it, and find hope in the insights and knowledge of others. Together, we can start Rethinking Alzheimer's disease and make a positive impact in the fight against this complex condition.

For links to resources and information covered in this series, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com/resources

Rethinking Alzheimer’s Disease was made possible with support from Eisai Inc.

Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast. Reliance on any information provided by this podcast or its guests is solely at your own risk.