Title: The Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease
Date: February 22, 2012
Duration: 6:47
Topics: Dr. Diane Bovenkamp, Science Communications Specialist for the BrightFocus Foundation, talks about the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
Topics: Guy Eakin, Ph.D., BrightFocus' Vice President of Scientific Affairs, answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the status of research on this deadly disease.
Title: Essential Questions to Ask Your Doctor about Alzheimer's Disease
Date: October 6, 2011
Duration: 4:30
Topics: This audio presentation provides information on how you can take an active role in managing your healthcare by having an open conversation with your doctor.
Topics: Dr. Guy Eakin describes the scope of the disease's impact on individuals, families, and the nation. It also outlines what the BrightFocus Foundation is doing to combat this devastating and growing problem.
Topics: Dr. Guy Eakin discusses how Alzheimer's disease effects the brain, and the three stages of the disease, leading up to severe debilitation and death.
Title: Alzheimer's Disease: Symptoms and Diagnosis
Date: August, 2011
Duration: 1:55
Topics: Diagnosing Alzheimer's disease during the patient's lifetime is done through mental and behavioral symptoms, a physical examination, and neuropsychological and laboratory tests. In this segment Dr. Eakin discusses screening methods and new options on the horizon
Topics: The 6th leading cause of death in the US, Alzheimer's disease cannot be cured nor can its progression be halted. In this video, Dr. Guy Eakin discusses ways to control the symptoms and manage side effects.
Topics: This segment includes tips for providing care to people suffering from this Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Eakin outlines ways to reduce the burden of the disease, adapting to the constant changes the patient goes through
