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43: Pete Hill - The 'D' Word - Episode 43
43: Pete Hill - The 'D' Word - Episode 43
43: Pete Hill - The 'D' Word - Episode 43
Wednesday 25th October 2023
Learn about Cognospeak, a tool using speech patterns to diagnose dementia. Join Pete Hill and Dr. Dan Blackburn on the D-Word podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Diagnosing Dementia: The Game-Changing Potential of Cognospeak
Episode Overview
- Cognospeak: A non-invasive method of diagnosing dementia using speech patterns
- Addressing challenges faced by GPs in referring patients for cognitive assessments
- Potential for managing and monitoring patients remotely
- Cultural inclusivity and implications for different types of dementia
- Vision for integrating Cognospeak into NHS memory clinics
Cognospeak is a very good time because a number of drug trials and number of hopes on the horizon in terms of drug treatments but they all mean that you have to catch things early and that's exactly where you're aiming at.
How do you diagnose dementia without invasive tests? This episode of the D-Word podcast offers a fascinating answer. Host Pete Hill sits down with Dr. Dan Blackburn from the University of Sheffield to discuss Cognospeak, an innovative diagnostic tool that uses speech patterns to identify cognitive impairment. Dr. Blackburn, an academic neurologist, shares his journey from being inspired by a book on dementia as a teenager to creating a tool that could revolutionize early detection and management of the disease.
He explains how his experiences in memory clinics highlighted the need for a more accessible and accurate screening method, especially given the long waiting lists for cognitive assessments. Cognospeak aims to fill this gap by providing a non-invasive, scalable, and repeatable solution. Imagine a virtual clinician that can assess your cognitive health from the comfort of your home. This tool is designed to be user-friendly and inclusive, taking into account language barriers and cultural differences. Dr.
Blackburn envisions Cognospeak becoming a staple in NHS memory clinics within the next five years, ensuring fair access and timely interventions for all patients. The episode wraps up on a hopeful note, emphasizing the potential positive changes this project could bring to dementia care.