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Let's Talk Brain Health! 🧠
Let's Talk Brain Health! 🧠
What can you do today to care for your brain? 🎙 "Let's Talk Brain Health!" is where science meets story. We bring together the world's leading experts—neuroscientists, physicians, psychologists, nutritionists—and the 'lived experience' experts navigating brain health journeys firsthand, to answer the biggest questions about memory, cognition, and dementia prevention. We dive into the brain health science, push the limits of knowledge, and deliver takeaways you can use today. For health enthusiasts, caregivers, clinicians—plus FREE accredited CEs on ALL episodes for select medical providers.
May 29, 2024

Epilepsy, Brain Surgery, and Beyond: Karin's Brain Health Resilience Journey

Epilepsy, Brain Surgery, and Beyond: Karin's Brain Health Resilience Journey

In this episode of 'Let's Talk Brain Health,' award-winning executive Karin Bilich shares her personal journey of growing up with epilepsy and undergoing brain surgery at 19 due to a brain tumor.

With over 20 years of experience in health communications and health tech, Karin discusses the importance of brain health, the challenges she faced, and strategies for healthy living.

She highlights the significance of sleep, stress management, and emerging trends in health technology to support better brain care.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation on the life-changing impact of brain health awareness and practices.

00:00 Introduction to Karin's Journey and Brain Health Mission

01:24 Karin's Personal Brain Health Story

01:34 Living with Epilepsy and Brain Surgery Experience

04:34 Impact of Brain Health on Daily Life and Routine

07:09 The Importance of Rest and Managing Seizures

09:02 Driving Healthy Behavioral Change: Karin's Mission

11:18 Challenges in Health Communication and Behavioral Change

19:54 Emerging Trends in Health Communication and Technology

22:38 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts

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