Episode description
Join Emmy award-winning journalist Meryl Comer as she kicks off the new year with "Rockstar of Science" Dr. Rudy Tanzi, the pioneering Harvard neurologist who discovered the first three Alzheimer's genes. In this illuminating episode, Dr. Tanzi, Director of the Genetics and Aging Research Unit and Director of the McCance Center for Brain Health at Mass General Hospital, delves into the latest breakthroughs in Alzheimer's treatment, including new FDA-approved drugs and revolutionary blood tests. Tanzi explains why treating Alzheimer's should mirror our approach to heart disease by focusing on prevention long before symptoms appear. Drawing from his decades of research and personal insights, Dr. Tanzi shares his vision for the future: a simple daily pill that could prevent Alzheimer's just like statins prevent heart disease. Whether you're concerned about brain health or fascinated by cutting-edge medical science, this episode offers hope and practical wisdom from one of the field's most influential voices. You don’t want to miss it!