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Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects the brain and causes a decline in memory, thinking, and other cognitive abilities. This section is inspired by Chengzi’s family experience with Alzheimer’s disease. Through a series of clear, engaging videos, Chengzi explores the main symptoms, how the disease is diagnosed (including self-assessment tools), the underlying brain changes, and current treatment options. Whether you’re curious, concerned, or caring for a loved one, this is a place to learn and connect.
Depression
Depression affects nearly 5% of adults worldwide—and 8% in the U.S. In this section, Dr. Chengzi starts with Norwegian Wood to explore what depression feels like, how it's diagnosed, and how it differs from similar conditions. You'll also learn about treatments—from talk therapy and medications to ECT, TMS, ketamine, and AI tools—brought to life through scenes from famous films.
Kidney Transplants
A kidney transplant is the most effective treatment for patients with end-stage kidney disease. But did you know it took scientists over a century of trial and error to achieve the first successful human kidney transplant? The journey was filled with challenges—from mastering the surgical techniques to overcoming the body’s immune rejection of a foreign organ. Even after that historic breakthrough, the battle didn’t end. Researchers and doctors have ince tackled new hurdles: how to preserve donor kidneys effectively, how to make the most of every donated organ, how to fight the global black market for kidneys, and how to address the ongoing organ shortage—including bold explorations into xenotransplantation.
Sports Injury
For anyone who loves sports, injuries are almost inevitable. In this section, Dr. Chengzi shares her personal experience with golfer’s elbow—how she developed it, the key symptoms, and how she managed a full recovery in just one month (without even needing a corticosteroid injection!). More real-life stories, insights, and recovery tips are on the way—so stay tuned.