Working on “The Last Alzheimer’s Patient” has been personal for me. I have a family history of the disease, so the idea that I could be at risk has always haunted me. It’s why I went through a battery of tests that can best be likened to my brain being cross-examined by a very skilled prosecutor. Read my essay at link in bio
During a five-year investigation, I met patients all over the country who were diagnosed with or at risk of Alzheimer’s. It’s an emotionally draining disease that steals precious memories of a life well-lived. That’s why every bit of new research, whether on slowing the disease or even preventing it, can bring these people hope. Watch “The Last Alzheimer’s Patient” tonight at 8 p.m. ET on CNN.
As part of our documentary film, “The Last Alzheimers Patient,” we investigated a strange Alzheimer’s-like disease on the island of Guam. People there were 50 to 100 times more likely to develop the disease than anywhere else on the planet. Nearly 25% of the residents there develop the disease, and for decades ethnobotanists have been trying to understand why. When people moved to Guam, their risk increased sharply. And, importantly: if they left, their risk decreased. For the first time, we present what they uncovered and the very real implications for all of us, wherever we live in the world. It has to do with Guam, flying fox bats and a simple amino acid known as L-Serine. 📺 at the link in bio – it might be the most interesting seven minutes of your day
By 2050, more than 152 million people around the world will be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. It’s a devastating diagnosis, but there are signs of hope this disease can be prevented, treated and maybe even reversed. I’ll show you how this Sunday on “The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper: The Last Alzheimer’s Patient.”
The DOJ is moving to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. Schedule I substances are considered to have no accepted medical use and to be the highest risk. This move would make clear that neither of those things are true in the case of cannabis. One of the biggest impacts of rescheduling could be making necessary research easier. It is very hard to conduct research on a Schedule 1 substance. When I visited Ole Miss in 2013 for one of our seven documentaries on the topic, it was the only farm in the US growing research-grade cannabis. Scientists often complained they couldn’t even obtain cannabis to start their research projects. More research could help patients like Charlotte Figi. She was a young girl who had intractable seizures that could only be tamed by CBD oil. We’ve known for some time that there can be medicinal use for cannabis and the legislation is starting to catch up.
The DOJ is moving to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. Schedule I substances are considered to have no accepted medical use and to be the highest risk. This move would make clear that neither of those things are true in the case of cannabis. One of the biggest impacts of rescheduling could be making necessary research easier. It is very hard to conduct research on a Schedule 1 substance. When I visited Ole Miss in 2013 for one of our seven documentaries on the topic, it was the only farm in the US growing research-grade cannabis. Scientists often complained they couldn’t even obtain cannabis to start their research projects. More research could help patients like Charlotte Figi. She was a young girl who had intractable seizures that could only be tamed by CBD oil. We’ve known for some time that there can be medicinal use for cannabis and the legislation is starting to catch up.
Someday, getting tested for your brain health will be as common as checking your cholesterol. And, more important, there will be evidence-based strategies to make your brain healthier now and prevent problems later. That’s what we spent five years investigating for “The Last Alzheimer’s Patient.” – Watch tonight at 8pET on CNN
I had so much fun sitting down with podcasters extraordinaire @daxshepard and @mlpadman. You will not find better conversationalists anywhere. The hours flew by as we talked about everything from raising girls to cannabis rescheduling and what really makes for a healthy, happy brain – especially for a couple of guys around 50 years old! It was my 4th time on Armchairexpert, and was the most enjoyable one yet! 🎧 to our conversation at the link in bio
I had so much fun sitting down with podcasters extraordinaire @daxshepard and @mlpadman. You will not find better conversationalists anywhere. The hours flew by as we talked about everything from raising girls to cannabis rescheduling and what really makes for a healthy, happy brain – especially for a couple of guys around 50 years old! It was my 4th time on Armchairexpert, and was the most enjoyable one yet! 🎧 to our conversation at the link in bio
I had so much fun sitting down with podcasters extraordinaire @daxshepard and @mlpadman. You will not find better conversationalists anywhere. The hours flew by as we talked about everything from raising girls to cannabis rescheduling and what really makes for a healthy, happy brain – especially for a couple of guys around 50 years old! It was my 4th time on Armchairexpert, and was the most enjoyable one yet! 🎧 to our conversation at the link in bio
Ever hear of B.O.A.T.? It means Be Open and Authentic Together. It’s a meeting for teens at 5280 Recovery High School where they speak openly about their journeys with addiction. The school’s director of recovery, Keith Hayes, encourages these open conversations to help fight stigma and encourage others to share their story. He’s a living testament to the power of this process.
We know women’s bodies change as they get older, but why exactly does weight gain feel like an inevitable part of menopause? Ob/gyn Dr. Monica Christmas joins me to break down this connection and discuss what – if anything – can be done about it and how we can view the aging process in a more positive way. 🎧 Link in bio
Ever hear of B.O.A.T.? It means Be Open and Authentic Together. It’s a meeting for teens at 5280 Recovery High School where they speak openly about their journeys with addiction. The school’s director of recovery, Keith Hayes, encourages these open conversations to help fight stigma and encourage others to share their story. He’s a living testament to the power of this process.
Ever hear of B.O.A.T.? It means Be Open and Authentic Together. It’s a meeting for teens at 5280 Recovery High School where they speak openly about their journeys with addiction. The school’s director of recovery, Keith Hayes, encourages these open conversations to help fight stigma and encourage others to share their story. He’s a living testament to the power of this process.
Ever hear of B.O.A.T.? It means Be Open and Authentic Together. It’s a meeting for teens at 5280 Recovery High School where they speak openly about their journeys with addiction. The school’s director of recovery, Keith Hayes, encourages these open conversations to help fight stigma and encourage others to share their story. He’s a living testament to the power of this process.
Ever hear of B.O.A.T.? It means Be Open and Authentic Together. It’s a meeting for teens at 5280 Recovery High School where they speak openly about their journeys with addiction. The school’s director of recovery, Keith Hayes, encourages these open conversations to help fight stigma and encourage others to share their story. He’s a living testament to the power of this process.
Ever hear of B.O.A.T.? It means Be Open and Authentic Together. It’s a meeting for teens at 5280 Recovery High School where they speak openly about their journeys with addiction. The school’s director of recovery, Keith Hayes, encourages these open conversations to help fight stigma and encourage others to share their story. He’s a living testament to the power of this process.
Dr. Paul Cox and his team at @brain_chem_labs are trying to solve a medical mystery in Guam. In the process, they uncovered a remarkable revelation about Alzheimer’s that might benefit all of us. (Part 1 of 5)
I’ve been covering the drug crisis in this country for decades. It’s a problem that’s difficult to solve, but my “Champion for Change” thinks the opposite of addiction is not necessarily sobriety but human connection — and after visiting Keith Hayes at 5280 Recovery High School, I think he’s right.
You’ve probably been hearing rumblings about the bird flu outbreak in cattle, and I know after living through a pandemic that can be troubling. The good news is Prof. Michael Osterholm says it’s still low risk to humans. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t still stay ahead of this virus. We sat down to talk about how this outbreak came about, how safe it is to drink milk right now and whether this could lead to the next pandemic. 🎧 at linkinbio . . . . 📷 Gettyimages
You’ve probably been hearing rumblings about the bird flu outbreak in cattle, and I know after living through a pandemic that can be troubling. The good news is Prof. Michael Osterholm says it’s still low risk to humans. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t still stay ahead of this virus. We sat down to talk about how this outbreak came about, how safe it is to drink milk right now and whether this could lead to the next pandemic. 🎧 at linkinbio . . . . 📷 Gettyimages
Should obesity really be considered a disease in and of itself? And if so, how much of it is within your control? It is a provocative topic in the medical world, and there’s no one better to discuss it than geneticist @gilesyeo 🎧 to our insightful conversation at the link in bio
Dieting is complicated for many reasons, but one reason that professor Christopher Gardner thinks is often overlooked is satiety. It’s not only about how much you’re eating but how hungry you are after you eat. 🎧 at link in bio
All this week, we will be bringing you stories of ordinary people inspiring change in big ways. I can’t wait for you to meet each of our “Champions for Change.”
