Afasia: a Condição que Afeta a Comunicação e Ainda Passa Despercebida | SaúdeCast #9

Only 5% to 10% of the population knows what aphasia is. Many patients fail to receive referrals for speech-language rehabilitation, and in many cases, when they reach specialized services, the disease is already in an advanced stage. In this episode of Saúde Cast, Thays Reis, a speech-language pathology student at EPM, chats with Dr. Marcela Silagi about the main aspects of aphasia, its impact on communication, and rehabilitation possibilities. You will discover: ✅ What is aphasia and how does it affect communication? ✅ What is the difference between aphasia and dysarthria? ✅ Is aphasia related to aging or can it occur at any age? ✅ How can the condition impact speech, reading, and writing? ✅ How can technology assist in rehabilitation and speech-language therapy? ✅ What challenges hinder a good prognosis for the patient? ✅ Tips for family members and caregivers to improve daily communication ✅ When to seek professional help ✅ How aphasia patient rehabilitation works at Hospital São Paulo Press play, share, and help expand knowledge about aphasia. Follow SPDM on social media: Instagram:   / spdmoficial   Facebook:   / spdmoficial   LinkedIn:   / spdmoficial   TikTok:   / spdm.saude   Visit our website: https://spdm.org.br #Aphasia #SpeechTherapy #SaudeCast #Neurology #Stroke #Rehabilitation #Communication #Health #HospitalSaoPaulo #Speech #QualityOfLife #Caregivers #Treatment #PublicHealth