Latest Episodes
048 – How Cerebral Small Vessel Disease Affects Most Aging Brains
In This Episode: Dr. K explains what to know about cerebral small vessel disease (SVD), a very common brain condition linked to cognitive decline,...
047 – Unintended Weight Loss in Aging
In This Episode: Dr. K explains what to know and what to do if you’re concerned about an older person who is losing weight....
046 – Interview: Deprescribing & Reducing Risky Medications in Aging
In This Episode: Dr. K talks with geriatrician Dr. Cara Tannenbaum about deprescribing, empowering older adults, and how to get off unneeded or risky...
045 – HIPAA: Key Basics & 5 FAQs for Family Caregivers
In This Episode: Dr. K explains what all family caregivers should know about the HIPAA Privacy Rule, and your options for getting doctors to...
044 – Hospice Medications & What to do if You’re Concerned
In This Episode: Dr. K addresses a reader’s concerns about the morphine and lorazepam (brand name Ativan) that were given to her relatives with...
043 – How Hospice Helps at the End of Life, & Hospice for Alzheimer’s
In This Episode: Dr. K explains the basics of hospice care, with a special focus on hospice for people with Alzheimer’s disease and related...