Tag: Alzheimer’s
Reversing Brain Cell Damage from Alzheimer’s
Kevin Church, Chief Science Officer of Athira Pharma, joins Suzanne to talk about what happens to the brain when someone has Alzheimer's, and how Athira's clinical trial aims to reverse damage done to brain cells by Alzheimer's.
Pandemic’s Impact for Those with Dementia
Kevin Church, Chief Science Officer of Athira Pharma, joins Suzanne to talk about the pandemic's effect on dementia patients, as well as clinical trials developing treatments for Alzheimer's.
Getting Zinnia TV for Seniors With Dementia
Allyson Schrier talks about how to download the Zinnia TV app to a phone, tablet, or smart TV. It opens to reveal a library of channels, each with a menu of videos.
Engaging Dementia Seniors With Therapeutic Videos
Allyson Schrier talks about how to use research-driven videos in the Zinnia TV app to talk and share with seniors with dementia.
Become a More Effective Dementia Caregiver
Allyson Schrier joins Suzanne to talk about the daily challenge of a caregiver to not just care for a senior loved one, but to support and help retain their dignity.
Zinnia TV: Therapeutic Dementia-Friendly Videos
Allyson Schrier joins Suzanne to talk about Zinnia TV, a therapeutic caregiving app created especially for those in the mid- to late stages of Alzheimer's or dementia.
Getting Involved in Alzheimer’s Research Studies
Dr. Paul Winner: “The most advanced evaluations and treatments are inside the research. We are recruiting for an Athira research study and many other studies.”
Advances in Alzheimer’s Research
Dr. Winner says, “We do not have the ability today to stop Alzheimer's dementia. We're working to that. But we can slow the progression of the illness.”
Test Procedures for Dementia
Dr. Paul Winner advises, “If you really have a problem, something that's essentially now affecting the family, you need to go to a memory disorder center. We have very good diagnostic methods today. It could be something simple.”
Lifestyle Changes to Avoid Dementia
Suzanne is joined by Dr. Paul Winner, Senior Director of the Premiere Research Institute in Florida. He advises specific lifestyle changes, such as exercising and controlling blood pressure, that can help you avoid getting dementia.