What to Remember When You're Forgetting: Living Well with Memory Loss | Dr. Zaldy Tan

Dr. Zaldy Tan joins the show to discuss living well with memory loss and what an Alzheimer's diagnosis means for the people who receive it and the people who love them. Drawing on his own experience caring for family members with Alzheimer's, he addresses the fears many of us carry about forgetfulness, aging, and losing independence. The conversation covers how to distinguish everyday forgetfulness from changes that warrant a closer look, what blood and genetic testing can and can't reveal, and why midlife health matters for long-term brain health. Tan also offers practical guidance on staying connected as memory changes, having honest conversations early, making important decisions ahead of time, and approaching caregiving with compassion—including for yourself.