Obstructive sleep apnea and obesity often occur together, creating distinct considerations for older adults. This episode of GSA’s Momentum Discussions podcast explores diagnosis, comprehensive treatment, including GLP-1 therapies and positive airway pressure, and barriers to coordinated, affordable care. The conversation also highlights reassessment, informed use of wearable data, and advocacy when coverage is denied.

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Speaker Brian Wojeck, MD, MPH Assistant Professor of Medicine (Endocrinology) Yale School of Medicine

Tracy Zvenyach, PhD, MS Vice President, Advocacy & Research Obesity Action Coalition

Host Elana Kieffer Blass, MBA Director, Strategic Alliances Gerontological Society of America

When changes in behavior, language, or personality appear, recognizing the cause can make a meaningful difference. This episode explores frontotemporal degeneration (FTD), why it is often overlooked as a type of dementia, and how earlier recognition can help connect individuals and families with support, resources, and informed care. Clinicians will also gain insights into key clinical red flags, diagnostic considerations, and available resources to improve care and quality of life for their patients.

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Guest Esther Kane, MSN, RN Director, Support & Education Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration

Host Elana Kieffer Blass, MBA Director, Strategic Alliances Gerontological Society of America

This episode explores Alzheimer's-related psychosis through both personal and clinical perspectives, highlighting how delusions and hallucinations can affect people living with Alzheimer's disease and those who care for them. Listeners will learn person-centered strategies for responding with empathy, supporting well-being, and navigating challenging situations while honoring the individual's experience. The discussion also highlights the importance of caregiver support, interdisciplinary care, and practical resources that can help families throughout their dementia care journey.

Support provided by Bristol-Myers Squibb.

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Guests

• Kalisha Bonds Johnson, PhD, RN, PMHNP-BC, Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Emory University
• Maureen Morrison, CPA, Wife of Angus, who lives with Alzheimer's disease

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• Jennifer Pettis, MS, RN, CNE, Director, Strategic Alliances, Gerontological Society of America