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May 12, 2026

Caregivers Overlooked Professionals #caregiving #women #discriminationawareness #gap #patriarchy

Caregivers Overlooked Professionals #caregiving #women #discriminationawareness #gap #patriarchy

In this insightful interview, Annie Guest shares her journey through caregiving, the importance of radical acceptance, and how interior design can support mental health during challenging times. Discover practical tips for managing burnout, decluttering, and creating spaces that nurture the mind and body. Annie Guest had a varied career in…

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May 5, 2026

Embrace Your Strengths, Plan Your Next Adventure #declutter #interiordesign #mentalhealth #burnout

Embrace Your Strengths, Plan Your Next Adventure #declutter #interiordesign #mentalhealth #burnout

In this insightful interview, Annie Guest shares her journey through caregiving, the importance of radical acceptance, and how interior design can support mental health during challenging times. Discover practical tips for managing burnout, decluttering, and creating spaces that nurture the mind and body. Annie Guest had a varied career in…

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May 5, 2026

Design for Your Mind: A Tool For Healing #declutter #books #interiordesign #mentalhealth #burnout

Design for Your Mind: A Tool For Healing #declutter #books #interiordesign #mentalhealth #burnout

In this insightful interview, Annie Guest shares her journey through caregiving, the importance of radical acceptance, and how interior design can support mental health during challenging times. Discover practical tips for managing burnout, decluttering, and creating spaces that nurture the mind and body. Annie Guest had a varied career in…

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April 28, 2026

A Vaccine for Dementia? #shingles #dementia #vaccine #vaccineresearch #heart #hearthealth

A Vaccine for Dementia? #shingles #dementia #vaccine #vaccineresearch #heart #hearthealth

This episode covers recent advances in Alzheimer's research, including the potential link between shingles vaccination and dementia prevention, the biological shifts in aging, and promising biomarkers and treatments like lithium. Dr. Mia discusses how these findings could impact future therapies and personal health decisions. Shingles Vaccine: The Wales/Australia Natural Experiment…

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April 28, 2026

A Vaccine for Dementia? #shingles #dementia #vaccine #vaccineresearch #heart #hearthealth

A Vaccine for Dementia? #shingles #dementia #vaccine #vaccineresearch #heart #hearthealth

This episode covers recent advances in Alzheimer's research, including the potential link between shingles vaccination and dementia prevention, the biological shifts in aging, and promising biomarkers and treatments like lithium. Dr. Mia discusses how these findings could impact future therapies and personal health decisions. Shingles Vaccine: The Wales/Australia Natural Experiment…

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April 28, 2026

A Vaccine for Dementia? #shingles #dementia #vaccine #vaccineresearch #heart #hearthealth

A Vaccine for Dementia? #shingles #dementia #vaccine #vaccineresearch #heart #hearthealth

This episode covers recent advances in Alzheimer's research, including the potential link between shingles vaccination and dementia prevention, the biological shifts in aging, and promising biomarkers and treatments like lithium. Dr. Mia discusses how these findings could impact future therapies and personal health decisions. Shingles Vaccine: The Wales/Australia Natural Experiment…

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April 21, 2026

Breaking News in Dementia with Dr. Mia Yang

Breaking News in Dementia with Dr. Mia Yang

This episode covers recent advances in Alzheimer's research, including the potential link between shingles vaccination and dementia prevention, the biological shifts in aging, and promising biomarkers and treatments like lithium. Dr. Mia discusses how these findings could impact future therapies and personal health decisions. Shingles Vaccine: The Wales/Australia Natural Experiment…

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April 21, 2026

Rapid Aging of the Sandwich Generation #aging #dementia #caregiving #sandwichgeneration #podcast

Rapid Aging of the Sandwich Generation #aging #dementia #caregiving #sandwichgeneration #podcast

This episode covers recent advances in Alzheimer's research, including the potential link between shingles vaccination and dementia prevention, the biological shifts in aging, and promising biomarkers and treatments like lithium. Dr. Mia discusses how these findings could impact future therapies and personal health decisions. Shingles Vaccine: The Wales/Australia Natural Experiment…

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April 14, 2026

How Animals Teach Empathy #dementia #children #caregiving #alzheimer #booktok #animals #empathy

How Animals Teach Empathy  #dementia #children #caregiving #alzheimer #booktok #animals #empathy

In this insightful interview, Sue Lloyd-Davies discusses her book Pinkie’s Turnabout (Fitzroy, February 2026), inspired by her own experiences caring for a loved one with dementia and her work with children in caregiving situations. The conversation explores the emotional journey of caregiving, the importance of understanding dementia, and how families…

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April 7, 2026

How to Talk to Kids About Dementia w Sue Lloyd-Davies #dementia #podcast #alzheimer #children #kids

How to Talk to Kids About Dementia w Sue Lloyd-Davies #dementia #podcast #alzheimer #children #kids

In this insightful interview, Sue Lloyd-Davies discusses her book Pinkie’s Turnabout (Fitzroy, February 2026), inspired by her own experiences caring for a loved one with dementia and her work with children in caregiving situations. The conversation explores the emotional journey of caregiving, the importance of understanding dementia, and how families…

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April 7, 2026

How to Talk to Kids About Dementia: Pinkie's Turnabout w Sue Lloyd-Davies #dementia #kids #podcast

How to Talk to Kids About Dementia: Pinkie's Turnabout w Sue Lloyd-Davies #dementia #kids #podcast

In this insightful interview, Sue Lloyd-Davies discusses her book Pinkie’s Turnabout (Fitzroy, February 2026), inspired by her own experiences caring for a loved one with dementia and her work with children in caregiving situations. The conversation explores the emotional journey of caregiving, the importance of understanding dementia, and how families…

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March 31, 2026

Caring for Someone with Dementia Ask Dr. Mia

Caring for Someone with Dementia Ask Dr. Mia

In this heartfelt interview, Karen McGovern shares her personal and professional journey caring for loved ones at the end of life, highlighting the importance of compassion, preparation, and presence. Discover insights into end-of-life care, the role of doulas, and how to navigate grief and caregiving with grace. About Karon Keller…

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March 24, 2026

Caregiving The Importance of Grace and Patience

Caregiving The Importance of Grace and Patience

In this heartfelt interview, Karen McGovern shares her personal and professional journey caring for loved ones at the end of life, highlighting the importance of compassion, preparation, and presence. Discover insights into end-of-life care, the role of doulas, and how to navigate grief and caregiving with grace. About Karon Keller…

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March 24, 2026

The Power of Presence: How Doulas Support Families Through End of Life Transitions w/ Karon McGovern

The Power of Presence: How Doulas Support Families Through End of Life Transitions w/ Karon McGovern

In this heartfelt interview, Karen McGovern shares her personal and professional journey caring for loved ones at the end of life, highlighting the importance of compassion, preparation, and presence. Discover insights into end-of-life care, the role of doulas, and how to navigate grief and caregiving with grace. About Karon Keller…

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March 17, 2026

How Exactly Does Exercise Boosts Brain Health? #podcast #dementia #brain #alzheimer #exercise

How Exactly Does Exercise Boosts Brain Health? #podcast #dementia #brain #alzheimer #exercise

Dr. Mia explores the groundbreaking Finger Study, a global research project on brain health and Alzheimer's prevention. Discover how lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, and cognitive activities can significantly improve brain resilience and delay cognitive decline. POINTER Study Link https://www.alz.org/us-pointer/study-results Support the show Video on Ask Dr. Mia YouTube channel…

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March 10, 2026

Gut-Brain Axis and the Vegus Nerve #podcast #dementia #brain #alzheimer #guthealth #nervehealing

Gut-Brain Axis and the Vegus Nerve #podcast #dementia #brain #alzheimer #guthealth #nervehealing

Dr. Mia explores the groundbreaking Finger Study, a global research project on brain health and Alzheimer's prevention. Discover how lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, and cognitive activities can significantly improve brain resilience and delay cognitive decline. POINTER Study Link https://www.alz.org/us-pointer/study-results Support the show Video on Ask Dr. Mia YouTube channel…

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March 10, 2026

Unlocking Brain Resilience: Insights from the POINTER Study #podcast #dementia #brain #alzheimer

Unlocking Brain Resilience: Insights from the POINTER Study #podcast #dementia #brain #alzheimer

Dr. Mia explores the groundbreaking Finger Study, a global research project on brain health and Alzheimer's prevention. Discover how lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, and cognitive activities can significantly improve brain resilience and delay cognitive decline. POINTER Study Link https://www.alz.org/us-pointer/study-results Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Pointer Study 02:44 Understanding the…

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March 3, 2026

Dementia & COVID: A Fragile Balance #askdrmia #dementia #caregiving #covid19 #covid

Dementia & COVID: A Fragile Balance #askdrmia #dementia #caregiving #covid19 #covid

In this conversation, Dr. Mia and Dr. Catherine Madison discuss the complexities of caregiving for individuals with dementia, drawing from personal experiences and professional insights. They explore the importance of understanding advanced care planning, and the vulnerability of dementia patients to health challenges. The discussion also covers legal considerations for…

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Feb. 24, 2026

Advice for the Sandwich Generation: Dementia is a Horizontal Illness #askdrmia #dementia #caregiving

Advice for the Sandwich Generation: Dementia is a Horizontal Illness #askdrmia #dementia #caregiving

In this conversation, Dr. Mia and Dr. Catherine Madison discuss the complexities of caregiving for individuals with dementia, drawing from personal experiences and professional insights. They explore the importance of understanding advanced care planning, and the vulnerability of dementia patients to health challenges. The discussion also covers legal considerations for…

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Feb. 24, 2026

Advice to the Sandwich Generation w/ Dr. Catherine Madison Author of "Navigating Memory Loss"

Advice to the Sandwich Generation w/ Dr. Catherine Madison Author of "Navigating Memory Loss"

In this conversation, Dr. Mia and Dr. Catherine Madison discuss the complexities of caregiving for individuals with dementia, drawing from personal experiences and professional insights. They explore the importance of understanding advanced care planning, and the vulnerability of dementia patients to health challenges. The discussion also covers legal considerations for…

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Feb. 17, 2026

Aging Is Political #podcast #caregiving #dementia #alzheimer #research #funding #politics #AskDrMia

Aging Is Political #podcast #caregiving #dementia #alzheimer #research #funding #politics  #AskDrMia

This conversation delves into the evolving understanding of Alzheimer's disease, highlighting the shift from traditional diagnostic methods to a more nuanced approach that considers underlying pathology. Dr. Mia explains the differences between Alzheimer's disease and dementia, the role of amyloid plaques and tau tangles, and the complexities of diagnosing and…

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Feb. 10, 2026

The Changing Definition of Alzheimer's #AskDrMia #podcast #caregiving #alzheimersresearch #dementia

The Changing Definition of Alzheimer's #AskDrMia #podcast #caregiving #alzheimersresearch #dementia

This conversation delves into the evolving understanding of Alzheimer's disease, highlighting the shift from traditional diagnostic methods to a more nuanced approach that considers underlying pathology. Dr. Mia explains the differences between Alzheimer's disease and dementia, the role of amyloid plaques and tau tangles, and the complexities of diagnosing and…

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Feb. 10, 2026

Defining Alzheimer's #podcast #caregiving #dementia #alzheimer #tautangles #amyloidplaques #AskDrMia

Defining Alzheimer's #podcast #caregiving #dementia #alzheimer #tautangles #amyloidplaques #AskDrMia

This conversation delves into the evolving understanding of Alzheimer's disease, highlighting the shift from traditional diagnostic methods to a more nuanced approach that considers underlying pathology. Dr. Mia explains the differences between Alzheimer's disease and dementia, the role of amyloid plaques and tau tangles, and the complexities of diagnosing and…

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Dec. 23, 2025

Unpaid Women Caregivers The Real Source of Holiday Magic

Unpaid Women Caregivers The Real Source of Holiday Magic

In this conversation, Alex Drane and Dr. Mia discuss the challenges and realities of unpaid caregiving, emphasizing the importance of self-identification, data, and community support. They explore how caregivers often overlook their own needs while focusing on those they care for, and the necessity of finding respite and grace in…

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