003 – Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer’s, & Dementia: What’s the difference?

August 11, 2022
003 – Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer’s, & Dementia: What’s the difference?
Helping Older Parents Podcast
003 – Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer’s, & Dementia: What’s the difference?

Aug 11 2022 |

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Show Notes

 

 

In This Episode:

Dr. K answers a question she is often asked: “What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and mild cognitive impairment (also known as MCI)?” She covers:

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