Addressing Diversity in Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials
A hurdle in developing Alzheimer’s theraputics that work for people of all ethnicities is recruitment & retention of underrepresented groups in clinical trials
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The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
COVID-19 linked with Cognition, Acceleration of Alzheimer’s
New research reports associations between COVID-19, and persistent cognitive deficits, including the acceleration of Alzheimer’s disease pathology and symptoms.
Transgender Adults Experience Cognitive Decline, Depression
Transgender adults in the U.S. are more likely to report worsening memory & depression compared to cisgender adults. According to 2 studies reported at the AAIC
Global Dementia Cases Forecasted to Triple by 2050
Positive trends in global education will decrease dementia prevalence but trends in smoking, BMI & high blood sugar counteract the decrease.
Improving Air Quality Reduces Dementia Risk
Improving air quality may improve cognitive function and reduce dementia risk, according to several studies reported this weeks AAIC.
Important Update: Alzheimer’s Association International Research Grant Program
The Alzheimer’s Association is pausing the International Research Grant Program (IRGP) letter of intent submission process – New deadlines for the applications submission process for the IRGP will be confirmed soon.