Dementia Matters
Wisconsin Alzheimer‘s Disease Research Center
Dementia Matters is a podcast about Alzheimer‘s disease and other causes of dementia. Creator and host Dr. Nathaniel Chin interviews leading scientists and caregiving experts to bring listeners the latest in Alzheimer’s disease news, research and caregiver resources. Brought to you by the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, find show notes and more resources at adrc.wisc.edu/dementia-matters.
Episodes
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Oct 18, 2017 • 8min
What Is the Wisconsin ADRC?
The Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center is one of about 30 federally supported Alzheimer's Disease Centers in the country. Dr. Sanjay Asthana explains what makes the Wisconsin ADRC unique, the national effort to end Alzheimer’s disease, and the future of disease research. Guest: Sanjay Asthana, MD, associate dean of gerontology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and director and founder, Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
Oct 10, 2017 • 11min
Connecting Lifetime Stress to Brain Health
Recent research shows lifetime stressful events, such as divorce, childhood trauma, and military combat, can have negative consequences for brain health and cognition in later life. Guest: Megan Zuelsdorff, PhD, researcher, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Oct 3, 2017 • 9min
Gender Differences in Alzheimer’s Disease
In this episode, we’re fortunate enough to be joined by Dr. Sanjay Asthana, the director and founder of the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. Dr. Asthana has published extensive research in the field of hormones and brain health and will be discussing some of his work, which looks at the gender differences that exist in Alzheimer’s disease.
Oct 3, 2017 • 8min
When Is It Time for Home Healthcare?
Marion Chapin, an expert in homecare for seniors and people with dementia, will share five signs it is time to seek in-home help for caregiving for a family member. Marion has been working in homecare for more than 40 years, including time as a live-in caregiver for her own parents. Guest: Marion Chapin, training and outreach coordinator, Senior Helpers
Oct 3, 2017 • 12min
Impacts of Exercise on Brain Health
Recent research from the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center has shown the protective benefits of exercise in maintaining brain health and preventing Alzheimer's disease. Guest: Ozioma Okonkwo, PhD, assistant professor, Division of Geriatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and neuropsychologist, UW Health Memory Clinic
Oct 3, 2017 • 3min
Welcome to Dementia Matters
In our introductory episode, you’ll learn about everything our podcast has to offer. Our host, Dr. Nathaniel Chin, will discuss his unique connection to our program and let you know about some of our exciting episodes set to come. We hope you enjoy!
