UCTV: Stein Institute for Research on Aging

Research on Aging: Alzheimer's Disease A Moving Target

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 11:36:10 PDT

Alzheimer's is a devastating and heartbreaking disease that about 5.4 million Americans are living with today, and experts predict that number will skyrocket to as many as 16 million by 2050. Dr. William Mobley, Distinguished Professor and Chair of the Department of Neurosciences at UCSD, gives an overview of Alzheimer's disease: what it is, why it is seen as an oncoming epidemic, importance of proper diagnosis, pathogenesis of the disease, and new treatments envisioned. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20495]

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Research on Aging: The Search for the Fountain of Youth

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 8:16:03 PDT

The good news is we are living longer. The bad news is that we are not necessarily living better as age-related diseases often limit the quality of life. Studies of successful aging - physical and cognitive success - indicate that genetics account for only part of what determines how well we age. Thus, many experts encourage healthy lifestyle habits, including physical conditioning, diet, stress management, and mental stimulation for better cognitive health and longer life expectancy. Noted expert, Dr. Gary Small, discusses the available methods for living better longer. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20494]

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Research on Aging: Staying Physically Active/Challenges and Solutions

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:19:06 PDT

Use it or lose it! Being physically active is one of the keys to staying healthy. Join expert Jacqueline Kerr, PhD, as she discusses her latest research on the benefits of exercise, what is recommended, and how to get started in a routine that is realistic and manageable to maintain. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20493]

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Research on Aging: What’s New in Prostate Cancer Treatment

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 11:34:06 PDT

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in men. Fortunately, continual advances are being made in this area and keeping yourself educated is the first line of defense. Nationally recognized expert, Dr. J. Kellogg Parsons with UC San Diego, explains the latest diagnostic and treatment options including surgery, hormonal therapy, chemotherapy, and new drugs on the market. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20492]

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Research on Aging: Individualizing Cancer Care

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:40:51 PDT

How do we successfully age? Join expert, Paul Aisen, MD, as he talks about the normal aging of the brain versus what happens to the brain of a person with Alzheimer’s disease. What are the latest treatments options and preventative measures? New studies are shedding light on these questions, and continued research is crucial as this disease is on the rise due to increased longevity. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20491]

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Research on Aging: The Opportunity for Health Care via Hospice and Palliative Care

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:17:23 PDT

Palliative care relieves suffering and provides the best possible quality of life for people facing the stresses of serious illness. Join expert, Scott Irwin, MD, PhD, as he talks about the benefits of the palliative care model when used within the existing healthcare system. It significantly improves patient care by addressing pain management and other problems, physical, psychosocial, and spiritual. Palliative care also prolongs life and costs less than standard care alone. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20490]

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Research on Aging: Women’s Health from A to Z

Thu, 9 Jun 2011 10:18:58 PDT

We all want to know the secrets of how to maintain our health as we age, but where do we start? Elizabeth Barrett-Connor, MD, noted expert in women’s health, walks us through the basics from A-Z, providing the viewer with easy to understand tips that can be incorporated into daily life. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20489]

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Research on Aging: Individualizing Cancer Care

Fri, 6 May 2011 13:57:39 PDT

Exciting breakthroughs in cancer may be just around the corner. Researchers are looking for biological markers to advance cancer care. Join Richard Schwab, MD, as he talks about his latest research in developing new biomarkers that could be used in the future to determine who is at increased risk of developing breast cancer, to diagnose breast cancer early, and to select the least toxic and most effective treatments for breast cancer. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20488]

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Research on Aging: New Images of Memory and the Aging Brain

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 9:52:35 PDT

How do we know if our brain is successfully aging? Since the brain structure changes with both age and disease it has been hard to distinguish between the two. Now with exciting advances in brain imaging, new insights into the aging brain have emerged. Join us as James Brewer, MD, PhD, talks about his pioneering work with brain imaging which can lead to earlier and more accurate diagnosis of neurodegenerative illnesses. Clues to maintaining healthy brain function are also discussed. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20487]

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Research on Aging: A Personal Journey Through Mental Illness

Fri, 4 Feb 2011 16:06:43 PDT

Join us for this riveting presentation by noted scholar and author Elyn Saks, J.D., Ph.D., who gives a first hand account of her personal journey through mental illness. Dr. Saks describes her challenges and successes in living with schizophrenia and acute psychosis. Dr. Saks has written extensively about law and mental health and has won numerous honors. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 20486]

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Research on Aging: Growth Factors for Alzheimer’s Disease

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 13:38:06 PDT

Alzheimer's is a neurodegenerative disease that has no cure and impacts as many as 5 million Americans. Scientists are desperately looking for new approaches and interventions to fight this disease. Join neurologist and neuroscientist, Mark Tuszynski, MD, Ph.D., as he discusses his pioneering work with growth factors and gene therapy, which could lead to new treatments that might be effective in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 19517]

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Research on Aging: Well-Being and Aging

Wed, 8 Dec 2010 10:28:26 PDT

What is well-being and how is it measured? How can we increase our happiness and fulfillment in life especially as we age? Well-being is now a field of serious scientific inquiry. Join expert Colin Depp, PhD, as he sheds light on this topic that impacts us all. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 19516]

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