061026 ~ How to Approach Loved Ones About Memory and Cognitive Health - Dr. Namita Yende

About this episode

Dr. Namita Yende discusses how to approach conversations about memory and cognitive health with loved ones.

June 10, 2026 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Namita Yende, Senior Medical Director and Associate Chief Medical Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for today's A Healthier Michigan! Dr. Yende discusses the difficulties of addressing memory and cognitive health with loved ones. She emphasizes approaching these conversations with concern, compassion, and concrete examples, focusing on shared goals like maintaining independence and brain health. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

People in this episode

Host: Lucy Ann Lance

Guest: Namita Yende

Topics covered

• memory health
• cognitive health
• communication
• family discussions
• independence
• brain health

Keywords

• memory
• cognitive health
• communication
• family
• brain health
• independence
• healthcare

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

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