Living with Alzheimer’s with Dr. James Leverenz

More than 6 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease, a brain disorder that impacts memory, thinking, learning and eventually a person’s ability to carry out simple daily activities. Though research is ongoing, there’s currently no cure for Alzheimer’s. In this episode, neurologist James Leverenz, MD, talks about early signs of Alzheimer’s, how (and how quickly) the disease progresses, and what to do if you’re concerned that a loved one is experiencing cognitive impairment.