Neurodegenerative disease doesn’t begin in your seventies—it builds over a lifetime. In this episode, physician-scientist Dr. Fanny Elahi explores why women face a higher risk of Alzheimer’s, the connection between hormones, stress, and brain aging, and how her lab at Mount Sinai is advancing early detection with blood biomarkers. She also explains why menopause is a crucial time for women’s brain health and the daily habits that can help protect memory and cognitive function.

Neurodegenerative disease doesn&rsquo;t begin in your seventies&mdash;it builds over a lifetime. In this episode, physician-scientist Dr. Fanny Elahi explores why women face a higher risk of Alzheimer&rsquo;s, the connection between hormones, stress, and brain aging, and how her lab at Mount Sinai is advancing early detection with blood biomarkers. She also explains why menopause is a crucial time for women&rsquo;s brain health and the daily habits that can help protect memory and cognitive function.

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Each week, we talk to renowned scientists and medical experts about the latest breakthroughs, the good news about women&rsquo;s health and the simple steps women can take to help them live healthier and happier every day. Together we are bringing you something good each week on women&rsquo;s health and longevity, and it wouldn&rsquo;t be possible without their support. For more information on Seneca, visit our website <a href="http://senecaforward.com">senecaforward.com</a>.
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This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor-patient relationship is formed. The use of this information and the materials linked to this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they have, and they should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.

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Brain Health: The Science of Early Detection 

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