7. Gill Livingston, MD on preventing dementia

from Sentience · host Daniel Toker

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Gill Livingston about her groundbreaking research on dementia. Dr. Livingston has played an important role in uncovering the lifestyle, environmental, and genetic factors that contribute to our risk of developing dementia. Follow her on X @Gill_Livingston for more insights. Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction to Dr. Gill Livingston and Her Research on Dementia(00:30) - Dr. Livingston's Career Path and Inspiration for Dementia Research(06:35) - The Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention and Key Findings(09:53) - Understanding Dementia’s Preventability and Main Risk Factors(12:22) - Hearing Loss and Other Key Dementia Risk Factors(22:45) - Blood Pressure, Air Pollution, and Dementia Risk(29:44) - Amyloid Beta and Tau’s Role in Alzheimer’s Disease(36:59) - Cognitive Reserve and the Impact of Education on Dementia Risk(41:12) - Genetics in Dementia: APOE4 and Other Risk Genes(46:24) - The Immune System’s Role in Alzheimer’s and Potential Treatments(50:12) - Policy Implications for Dementia Prevention(01:04:01) - Dr. Livingston’s Ongoing Research

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