25 episodes

Practical information for aging health & family caregivers

Better Health While Aging Better Health While Aging

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Practical information for aging health & family caregivers

    140 – How to Exercise to Age Well

    140 – How to Exercise to Age Well

    Dr. K explains the 4 types of exercise that help older adults maintain independence and mobility, and which ones prevent falls & frailty. She also covers protein intake, how to exercise when there's Alzheimer's, avoiding injuries and more.

    • 57 min
    139 – How to Treat Mild Cognitive Impairment

    139 – How to Treat Mild Cognitive Impairment

    Dr. K explains mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and discusses scientifically tested approaches to treating this memory condition, including the role of medications, supplements, hearing support, Leqembi and more.

    • 49 min
    138 – How to Promote Brain Health & Memory in Aging

    138 – How to Promote Brain Health & Memory in Aging

    Dr. Kernisan covers the best ways to promote brain health and prevent cognitive decline in aging. Learn which approaches geriatricians find most effective, plus which vitamins and supplements are likely to help. Dr. K also covers emotional well-being in aging, and how this affects cognitive health.

    • 1 hr 16 min
    137 - Aging Life Care (and Geriatric Care Managers) Explained: Who They Are & How They Help

    137 - Aging Life Care (and Geriatric Care Managers) Explained: Who They Are & How They Help

    Dr. Kernisan & Michelle Allen, LCSW, explain how Aging Life Care Professionals (also known as geriatric care managers) help older adults and their families.

    • 41 min
    136 - 8 Things Doctors Should Check After a Fall

    136 - 8 Things Doctors Should Check After a Fall

    Dr. K explains 8 things health providers should check after an older person falls, to prevent future dangerous falls in aging.

    • 18 min
    135 – How to Pay for Elder Care

    135 – How to Pay for Elder Care

    Dr. Kernisan & geriatric care manager Michelle explain options for paying for senior care, including for aging in place, residential facilities, memory care & more.

    • 44 min

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