Dr. K explains the basics of delirium, a state of worse-than-usual mental function that can affect up to 30-70% of older adults after surgery and during serious illnesses. This episode explains the difference between delirium and dementia, how the two conditions are related, why it can take a long time for delirium to fully resolve, as well as how delirium can be diagnosed, treated, and prevented.

014 – Delirium & Hospital Confusion

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Dr. K explains the most common types of dementia in older adults, including Alzheimer's, Lewy body, vascular, and mixed. She also covers less common types, when to get more diagnosis, and more.

141 – 4 Most Common Types of Dementia in Aging

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.

140 – How to Exercise to Age Well

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.

139 – How to Treat Mild Cognitive Impairment

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.

138 – How to Promote Brain Health & Memory in Aging

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

014 – Delirium & Hospital Confusion

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