Speaking of Alzheimer's
Presented by the Alzheimer's Association New England Region. Firsthand experiences from those navigating their journey with Alzheimer's disease, care partners, and researchers.
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From the Newsroom to the Walk to End Alzheimer's (opens the original)
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On today’s episode, we’re joined by WPRI's Mike Montecalvo and WTNH's Laura Hutchinson, two television news anchors and longtime emcees for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Both have deeply personal connections to Alzheimer’s and dementia, and they’ve also shared the stories of others affected by the disease through their work in the media. We talk about their family experiences, the power of storytelling, and what keeps them coming back to the Walk each year to support families and the fight to end
Becoming a Caregiver Overnight: A Daughter’s Viral Story (opens the original)
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On today’s episode, we’re joined by Amy Lukac of Bridgewater, New Jersey, who shares her unexpected journey into caregiving after becoming her mother’s primary caregiver overnight. She opens up about navigating caregiving, a complicated family history, and the realities of supporting a parent living with dementia. She also discusses how a viral TikTok inspired her to share her caregiving experience publicly, helping her connect with fellow caregivers and raise awareness about Alzheimer’s. Need a
AAIC 2026: Breaking Down the Top Alzheimer's Research Announcements (opens the original)
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Today we're joined by Courtney Kloske, Ph.D., Director of Scientific Engagement for the Alzheimer's Association, to break down the biggest announcements from the 2026 Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC), the world's largest gathering of Alzheimer's and dementia researchers. We discuss promising advances in blood-based biomarkers, brain health and risk reduction, emerging treatments, and other groundbreaking studies that are shaping the future of Alzheimer's care and research.
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