Tag: Alzheimers
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Could a Gene Predict Alzheimer’s Disease? New Study Points to Inherited Risk
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Dr. Jude Black discuss a study that suggests a strong link between the APOE4 gene and Alzheimer’s disease The Power of Genetic Testing Detecting the ApoE4 gene could allow for earlier diagnosis and better planning for those at risk for Alzheimer’s. Early Intervention…
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My Mom’s Alzheimer’s is Breaking My Heart
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s is one of life’s biggest challenges. Our viewer this week is struggling to cope with his mom’s diagnosis and the daily heartbreak of her decline. He feels overwhelmed, helpless, and doesn’t know how to handle the emotional rollercoaster. On ‘Life Quakes’, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest…
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Can Your Brain’s “Janitors” Fight Alzheimer’s and MS?
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, host Patricia Wu and guest Dr. Elia Gourgouris discuss a new area of research that focuses on “microglia,” the brain’s natural cleaning crew and how it could lead to revolutionary treatments for a wide range of neurodegenerative diseases. Microglia: Your Brain’s Cleaning Crew Microglia cells act as the brain’s janitors, clearing away…
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Alzheimer’s Drug Hope vs. Reality: High Costs and Barriers
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Joann ‘JoJo’ Venant discuss how the new Alzheimer’s drug promised hope but the high costs, medical hurdles, and side effects have dashed those hopes for many. The Price of Hope Leqembi, the Alzheimer’s drug, costs over $26,000 annually. Many insurance plans don’t…