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To celebrate this Thanksgiving holiday, we revisit a listener favorite from earlier this year featuring writer Mary Beth Albright who discusses her book Eat & Flourish: How Food Supports Emotional Wellbeing. Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters also share some of their favorite brain healthy dishes along with some of their favorite holiday recipes. Don't forget to call in using the number below by December 1st and share what you are grateful for in 2023 for a chance to be featured on a future episode.
Additional Resources
Learn more about Eat & Flourish: How Food Supports Emotional Well-Being
https://www.marybethalbright.com/
Dan Buettner: Sardinia Minestrone Recipe
Brain & Life: Farmers Market Niçoise Salad
Brain & Life: Simple and Seasonal Holiday Recipes
Brain & Life: Healthy Holiday Side Dish Recipes
Brain & Life: Thoughtful Holiday Gifts for People with Neurologic Conditions
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Guest: Mary Beth Albright @MaryBeth (Twitter) @Mary.Beth (Instagram); W. W. Norton & Company @wwnorton (Twitter)
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
This week Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with author and humorist Samantha Irby. Samantha shares her story growing up with her mother who lived with multiple sclerosis (MS) and her experience as a caregiver at a young age. Next Dr. Correa welcomes back medical expert, Dr. Riley Bove, an associate professor of neurology at the University of California, San Francisco, and neurologist at UCSF Multiple Sclerosis Center. Dr. Bove discusses the association between MS and other autoimmune conditions and offers suggestions on how to navigate explaining the condition to children.
Additional Resources
Brain & Life Books series: Navigating Life with Multiple Sclerosis
Brain & Life: Telling Young Children a Loved One Has a Neurologic Disorder
Brain & Life: Hiking the Appalachian Trail for Multiple Sclerosis
Penguin Random House: Samantha Irby
Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Multiple Sclerosis
Courtney Platt Dances Through Life with Multiple Sclerosis
Colors of Multiple Sclerosis with Artist Lindsey Holcomb
Voices from the Multiple Sclerosis Community
Nancy Davis' Race to Erase Multiple Sclerosis
Chef Mariana Orozco on Multiple Sclerosis and the Healing Power of Food La Chef Mariana Orozco habla sobre Esclerosis Múltiple y sobre el poder curativo de la comida
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Guests: Penguin Random House: Samantha Irby; @penguinrandom (Twitter) @penguinrandomhouse (Instagram); Dr. Riley Bove @BoveRiley (Twitter)
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
This week Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with Dr. Casey Albin, a neurologic intensive care specialist and assistant professor of neurology and neurosurgery at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Albin explains what the neurologic intensive care unit is and how it differs from the emergency room, the concept of shared decision making for families experiencing neurologic emergencies, and tips for people to prepare in case they or a loved one needs critical care.
Additional Resources
Brain & Life: Act Fast If You See Signs of These Neurologic Conditions
Brain & Life podcast: Nora McInerny on Moving Forward with Grief (Expert interview features Dr. Maisha Robinson neurologist and palliative care specialist)
Brain & Life: When is Palliative Care Appropriate?
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Guest: Dr. Casey Albin @caseyalbin (Twitter)
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with Tiffany Kairos, epilepsy advocate and co-founder of The Epilepsy Network. Tiffany shares how she has navigated her epilepsy diagnosis and how she dedicates her time to increasing awareness about the condition across social media platforms. Next Dr. Correa sits down with Dr. David Spencer, a neurologist and professor of neurology at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland, OR, and director of the OHSU Comprehensive Epilepsy Program and OHSU Epilepsy Fellowship program. Dr. Spencer explains the tests that need to be done for someone who has their first seizure, the different types of seizures, and provides important safety tips if you are with someone experiencing a seizure.
Additional Resources
Brain & Life: Tiffany Kairos Advocates for Those with Epilepsy
Brain & Life Books Series: Navigating Life with Epilepsy
Brain & Life: 8 Ways To Manage Epilepsy
Brain & Life: Young Woman Tackles Bullying and Epilepsy
National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC)
Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Epilepsy
Part One: Community Stories of Navigating a Rare Epilepsy Diagnosis
Part Two: Community Stories of Navigating a Rare Epilepsy Diagnosis
Greg Grunberg on Raising Epilepsy Awareness
Actor Cameron Boyce's Legacy and Raising Awareness About SUDEP
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Guest: Tiffany Kairos @TiffanyKairos (Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok); The Epilepsy Network @TENofficial (Twitter) @theepilepsynetwork (Instagram)
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
El Dr. Daniel José Correa conversa con el Dr. Hugo Javier Aparicio, médico e investigador experto en accidentes cerebrovasculares de la Escuela de Medicina de Boston University en Boston Massachussets, sobre la prevención de los ataques cerebrovasculares y sobre sus síntomas y la importancia de evaluarlos con rapidez. El Dr. Aparicio explica el nuevo acrónimo "RÁPIDO" y su utilidad para recordar y comprender los síntomas clave del derrame cerebral.
Utilice las siglas "R.Á.P.I.D.O." para identificar un ataque o derrame cerebral:
R = Rostro caído: ¿Presenta entumecimiento o parálisis en alguno de los lados del rostro? Pida a la persona que sonría. ¿Su sonrisa es simétrica o parece caída?
Á = Alteración del equilibrio: ¿La persona tiene alguna dificultad para caminar o pierde el equilibrio?
P = Pérdida de fuerza en un brazo o pierna: ¿Siente debilidad o adormecimiento en alguno de sus brazos? Pida a la persona que suba los brazos. ¿Tiene dificultad para subirlos o mantenerlos arriba?
I = Impedimento visual repentino: ¿La persona tiene algún problema repentino para ver en alguno de sus ojos o en ambos?
D = Dificultad para hablar: ¿Arrastra las palabras?
O = Obtén ayuda: un derrame cerebral es una emergencia y cada minuto cuenta. Llama al 911 inmediatamente y anota la hora en que los síntomas aparecieron por primera vez.
Recursos
ANUNCIO DE SALUD PÚBLICA EN ESPAÑOL: American Stroke Association RÁPIDO stroke acronym Spanish 30 - YouTube
ANUNCIO DE SALUD PÚBLICA EN ESPANGLISH: American Stroke Association RÁPIDO stroke acronym Spanglish 30 - YouTube
CANCIÓN DE SALUD PÚBLICA EN ESPAÑOL: Juntos Contra el Derrame Cerebral_R.Á.P.I.D.O. radio jingle :60 - YouTube
Redes sociales:
Presentadores: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
This week Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with podcaster and advocate Lorri Carey. Lorri shares her story of being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and how her family has joined advocacy efforts for people in the community living with the condition. Next Dr. Correa sits down with returning medical expert, Dr. Stephen Goutman, an assistant professor in the Department of Neurology and director of the Pranger Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Clinic and associate director of the ALS Center of Excellence at Michigan Medicine. Dr. Goutman discusses the different types of ALS and offers advice on approaching the conversation of possible treatments for someone living with ALS.
Additional Resources
I'm Dying to Tell You Podcast with Lorri Carey
Brain & Life: A Marathoner on a Quest to End ALS
Other ALS Brain & Life Podcast Episodes
Hop on a Cure for ALS with John Driskell Hopkins
The Campaign to Cure ALS with Brian Wallach and Sandra Abrevaya
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Guests: Lorri Carey @LorrisPodcast (Twitter); Michigan Medicine @umichmedicine
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
This week Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with author and explorer Dan Buettner. Dan shares his knowledge of longevity from traveling the world and meeting people who live in communities that have high populations of people who live past 100-years-old. Dan talks about these areas around the world that are referred to as Blue Zones and offers tips to start incorporating practices that have been linked to these communities such as gardening and eating whole grains and beans.
Additional Resources
Learn more about the Netflix documentary series Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones
Learn more about the book The Blue Zones: Secrets for Living Longer by Dan Buettner
Brain & Life: People in Their Nineties Share Tips for Longevity and Living Well
Brain & Life: Actor Rita Moreno Says Positive Mental Health Is Her Secret to Longevity
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Guest: Dan Buettner @thedanbuettner (Twitter) @DanBuettner (Instagram); National Geographic Society @InsideNatGeo (Twitter/Instagram)
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
This week on the Brain & Life podcast, the show's new co-host, Dr. Katy Peters joins the podcast and sits down with David Arons, president and chief executive officer of the National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS). David explains the importance of the NBTS and how it supports people living with brain tumors and their caregivers, as well as how organizations like this help to advocate and advance research for treatments and cures. Next Dr. Peters speaks with Dr. Vinay Puduvalli, professor and chair of the Department of Neuro-Oncology in the MD Anderson Cancer Center at the University of Texas in Houston. Dr. Puduvalli explains what brain tumors are, how they occur in the brain, and the significance of working with organizations like the NBTS to support patients living with brain tumors and fund research.
Additional Resources
National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS)
Brain & Life: Lawyer and Model Who Survived Brain Tumors Focuses on Giving Back
Other Brain & Life podcast episodes about brain tumors
BMX Athlete Josh Perry's Perseverance Living with Brain Tumors
Lawyer, Model Victoria Vesce Uses Her Platform for Brain Tumor Advocacy Switching Roles: A Neuro-oncologist Reflects on his Own Experience with a Brain Tumor
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Guests: David Arons @dfarons (Twitter); Dr. Vinay Puduvalli @VPuduvalli; National Brain Tumor Society @NBTStweets (Twitter) @natlbraintumorsociety (Instagram)
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode Dr. Daniel Correa sits down with comedian and actor Richard Lewis about his Parkinson's disease diagnosis. Richard shares the symptoms that led to him seeing a neurologist, the mental health effects he has experienced, and how he is navigating life and career living with Parkinson's. Next Dr. Correa speaks with Dr. Joseph Friedman, a neurologist and professor of neurology at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Friedman explains the various non-movement related symptoms that a person with Parkinson's disease may experience, the condition's connection to mental health, as well as the importance of physical activity for someone living with Parkinson's.
Additional Resources
Brain & Life: Playing Walking Soccer May Help People with Parkinson's Disease
Learn more about Parkinson's disease
Brain & Life: Swimming Helps to Manage Parkinson's Disease
Brain & Life: Five Common Causes of Fatigue in Parkinson's Disease
Other Brain & Life podcast episodes about Parkinson's disease
Brain & Life Podcast: NBA Star Brian Grant Living On Time with Parkinson's
Brain & Life Podcast: How American Ninja Warrior Jimmy Choi Rose Above Parkinson's
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Guest: Richard Lewis @TheRichardLewis (Twitter); Brown University @BrownUniversity (Twitter)
Host: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea
This week Dr. Daniel Correa sits down with mixed media artist Laura Bundesen to discuss her journey of being diagnosed with vestibular neuronitis. Laura shares the symptoms she experienced and the therapies she has utilized to improve her condition, as well as how the brain inspires her colorful fiber art. Next Dr. Correa speaks with Dr. Olwen Cait Murphy, a neurologist and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Murphy explains the vestibular system and how it relates to vestibular neuronitis, how this condition affects people's lives, and the various therapies available to manage symptoms.
Additional Resources
View Laura Bundesen's Neuro Art Gallery
Vestibular Disorders Association (VEDA)
Brain & Life: Exercises to Improve Balance Can Reduce Falls and Boost Confidence
American Stroke Association: Learn more about F.A.S.T
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Guest: Laura Bundesen @LauraBundesen (Twitter & Instagram); Johns Hopkins University @HopkinsMedicine (Twitter)
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea
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