Writing an Obituary
Writing an obituary can be a challenge. An obituary is the story of a life - and writing one is an important way to honor and celebrate that life. Where do you start? We have some tips on ways to m...
19 Mars 202137min
What to expect during screening for memory loss
Do you or a relative think you may have memory and thinking problems? Learn what to expect in screening in this episode. We talk about the role of depression, cognitive tests, brain imaging, and oth...
12 Mars 202143min
Alzheimer's Disease
More than 6 million people currently live with Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia. Learn about symptoms, causes, treatments and self-care. Visit our website for more resources and...
5 Mars 202151min
Caregiver Grief and Burnout
Caring for the dying or critically ill can cause significant distress for health care providers, but even more so for family members in the role as a caregiver. Marianne shares about the complex chal...
27 Feb 202127min
Left-Sided Stroke
A stroke is an injury to the brain caused by a change in blood supply, such as from a blood clot or burst in a vessel that feeds the brain. We talk about left-sided strokes and the impact it can have ...
13 Feb 202133min
Research Updates
What lifestyle choices increase your risk for chronic disease? To answer that we take a look at findings from the Nurse's Health Studies. The first study was established in 1976, and recruited nurses...
6 Feb 202143min
"Mom's Assisted Death"
In this episode we talk about how a daughter responds to her mother's search for assisted death. Her story is an informative one if you or a family member are considering assisted death. Please visi...
3 Feb 202129min
Euthanasia
This week we take a difficult walk through the ideas of medical aid in dying, assisted suicide, and euthanasia. Euthanasia is taken from the Greek word euthanos, which means “good death.” Is it real...
22 Jan 202151min
