In this episode we are introduced to Cognitive Care Associates and Dr. Chip Whitney.  This is the first of a four part series with this great team.  In this first episode we learn about thier backgroud, training, and some of the research and risk factors behind Alzheimer's disease.  Did you know there are over 50 risk factors?  Were you aware of how many you can control on a daily basis?  What can you look for as a patient?  We answer these questions and more in the next 4 episodes.


Cognitive Care Associates:
https://cognitivecareassociates.com/

Dr. Chip Whitney:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-whitney-m-d-742bb54/



The Impact of Cognitive Decline

1 in 7 American's will eventually get Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's Disease is the 3rd leading cause of death in the United States

Alzheimer's Disease is a terminal disease if progression is not halted or reversed

No drug has been discovered to stop the progression of Alzheimer's or cure Alzheimer's

The average monthly cost for an Alzheimer's Care Living Facility is $8,000 - $10,000

At home and facility care for Alzheimer's Disease is not covered by insurance

Long term care insurance is expensive and incomplete

Alzheimer's Disease places a massive burden on caretakers

Alzheimer's Disease impacts the individual physically, mentally, and emotionally




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Sound Editor:  Finnean Waldorf

Original Music:  Finnean Waldorf

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