Dementia at the end of life: A person-centred approach S1, EP-11
End of life care has unique challenges for people living with dementia, their family and carers and the GP involved. In this episode, we speak with Dr Karen Savery who shares her insights into what mi...
29 Nov 202149min
Dementia and multicultural communities: Dementia doesn't discriminate S1, EP-10
The team and Professor Lee-Faye Low discuss the importance of GPs’ applying a cultural and linguistic lens to the diagnosis and care of people living with dementia who are part of culturally and lingu...
15 Nov 202144min
Beyond the diagnosis: GP interventions and strategies for care S1, EP-9.2
Part two of this two-part episode where Hilton, Marita and Steph continue their discussion on post diagnosis strategies and interventions that GPs can implement to support and optimise care and qualit...
1 Nov 202138min
Beyond the diagnosis: GP interventions and strategies for care S1, EP-9.1
Part one of this two-part episode. Hilton, Marita and Steph discuss post diagnosis strategies and interventions that GPs can implement to support and optimise care and quality of life of people living...
1 Nov 202139min
Dementia and the environment - Small changes that make a difference - S1, EP-8
The built or living environment can greatly enhance the independence of a person living with dementia and GPs can play an important role in assisting families and carers to create a supportive and ena...
18 Okt 202126min
Can dementia be prevented? - S1, EP 7
GP's play an important role in the prevention of many chronic illnesses and dementia is no exception. Marita talks with Dr Kate Gregorovic about the importance of discussing this with patients in thei...
5 Okt 202127min
The healthy brain check: Reducing risk factors for dementia - S1, EP 6
More is understood about the factors which can contribute to a person developing dementia. Marita and Professor James Vickers discuss the known risk factors for dementia and the GP’s role in managing ...
20 Sep 202124min
A carer’s story: When dementia comes home - S1, EP5
Family and friends are central to the care of people living with dementia. Their GP also has a vital role in supporting and maintaining the welfare of family carers. Hilton chats to Helen, who’s fathe...
5 Sep 202132min
