Brain health, and the risk for developing dementia, is influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics, age, other health conditions, and lifestyle. This episode will explain the differences between dementia-related illnesses and regular age-related memory slowdown, describe the different types of dementia-related illnesses, explain how lifestyle choices impact dementia risk, and steps people can take to protect their brain health.

Episode guest:

George Perry, PhD

Professor and Semmes Foundation Distinguished University Chair in Neurobiology, University of Texas at San Antonio

AFA Medical, Scientific, & Memory Screening Advisory Board Member

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