Podcast Episodes

Can Miracles Happen?

Season 2 Episode 3

Do miracles happen? Nancy had a growth in her bladder and was sent for surgery.  When the surgeon opened her up to remove it, it was gone.  The surgeon said it was one of the healthiest bladders he h…

Published on 4 years, 7 months ago

Parkinson's Disease

Season 2 Episode 2

Symptoms of Parkinson's disease develop slowly over several years, and can include shaking, stiffness, difficulty with walking, balance and coordination.  Marianne shares what is known about the dise…

Published on 4 years, 8 months ago

Understanding Lewy Body Disease

Season 2 Episode 1

Lewy Body Disease (LBD) is the second most common form of dementia, caused by protein deposits in the brain.  Learn about how LBD affects the body and the course of the disease.

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Published on 4 years, 8 months ago

Coping with the Death of a Child

Season 1 Episode 52

The death of a child is a life-altering event for parents, leading to grief that is individual, intense, and long lasting.  The death of a child goes against the “natural” order of life. The young ar…

Published on 4 years, 8 months ago

Odds and Ends

Season 1 Episode 51

Marianne is out this week to rest her voice.  Charlie stepped in to do a newsreel-style episode full of information on scams, magic mushrooms, Alzheimer's and dementia (even for pets!), preparation, …

Published on 4 years, 8 months ago

Writing an Obituary

Season 1 Episode 50

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 …

Published on 4 years, 9 months ago

What to expect during screening for memory loss

Season 1 Episode 49

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 ot…

Published on 4 years, 9 months ago

Alzheimer's Disease

Season 1 Episode 48

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 an…

Published on 4 years, 9 months ago

Caregiver Grief and Burnout

Season 1 Episode 47

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 cha…

Published on 4 years, 9 months ago

Left-Sided Stroke

Season 1 Episode 46

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…

Published on 4 years, 10 months ago