How close are we to a cure for Alzheimer’s disease? What are some effective medications that might slow the progression of this disease? Amy French, who manages programs and education at the Alzheimer’s Association in Chattanooga, Tennessee joins Dana to answer some of the most common questions about the disease. Dana and Amy discuss the latest developments in dementia care, the importance of clinical trials, and why Amy felt moved to be an Alzheimer’s Association Research Champion. (contact Amy at afrench@alz.org  for latest developments in the newest drugs for Alzheimer's disease, including updates on the CMS decision for reimbursement)

Do you have a question for Dana? Email her directly at thememorywhisperer@gmail.com or visit www.thememorywhisperer.com for additional resources. 

The Memory Whisperer podcast is written and produced by Dana Territo, with help from audio editor Blake Langlinais. Additional production support from Ryan Martz and Julia Weaver. Special thanks to Michael Andrews, a person with dementia, and Innovations in Dementia, CIC for our flute music. Graphics by Xdesign. 

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