The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper, a CNN news program, presents its latest episode, “The Last Alzheimer’s Patient,” airing on Sunday, May 19, 2024. In this installment, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes center stage with a groundbreaking investigation into Alzheimer’s disease.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta, a neurosurgeon and medical expert, explores the latest medical research and treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, offering a glimmer of hope for patients and their loved ones. Over five years, he follows patients through their journeys, explaining how experts are now describing this era as the “most hopeful” for those affected by dementia.
Dr. Gupta also evaluates the pros and cons of cutting-edge tests designed to assess an individual’s risk for the disease and even undergoes the tests himself. The episode highlights the importance of preventative healthcare and simple lifestyle choices that can significantly impact brain health and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s.
With nearly 7 million Americans currently living with Alzheimer’s, the insights and information presented in this episode are invaluable and could help shape the future of dementia care and prevention.
The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper: The Last Alzheimer’s Patient airs on CNN on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.
