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Early Alzheimer's Testing in Trial Stages - KCET SoCal Connection - aired Wednesday  May 14, 2014 

5/15/2014

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Lisa: Gary and I were interviewed by Val Zavala of KCET and the show was aired last night.  Here is the link to the segment.  Dr. Keith Black was also interviewed because he is working on a trial that could lead to a huge breakthrough in early diagnosis and treatment.  In addition, Susan Galeas, President and CEO of The Alzheimer’s Association, Southland Chapter was also featured. We feel that segment was done very well . Here is the link - we hope you find it interesting! 

http://www.kcet.org/shows/socal_connected/stories/health/early-alzheimers-testing-and-preventative-care.html

KCET:  What if a compound from a common spice could help detect Alzheimer's in patients? A team at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is developing a test that could make early detection possible, and a first step for the patient would be taking pills derived from curcumin, which is found in turmeric, an ingredient often used in Indian curries.

Knowing earlier than later would be helpful to patients. Gary Bricker was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at the age of 63 in 2012, but during the years leading up to his diagnosis, Bricker’s relationship with his wife suffered immensely. To add to the stress, Bricker -- a former real estate attorney -- ended up losing two jobs.

Shortly after his diagnosis, Bricker and his wife Lisa decided to launch AlzAcrossAmerica, a nonprofit organization that hopes to provide resources and a support network to those affected by the disease. (And for information on clinical trials, check out TrialMatch at the Alzheimer's Association).

In this exclusive "SoCal Connected" report, Val Zavala discusses early Alzheimer's detection, and what this means for families who are hoping to plan for health situations in advance.

LB


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2/22/2024 04:48:14 am

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    Gary was diagnosed in 2012 at age 63 with Mild Cognitive Impairment/ Early Onset Alzheimer's. Lisa was 55.   The 8 year journey to his diagnosis was a stream of frustrating experiences and tremendous loss. Gary and Lisa live in Redondo Beach, California and credit friends, family and the Alzheimer's Association with providing them a lifeline to finding purpose once again.          

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