Clinical trials and studies are an important part of developing new research, and serve to test new interventions or treatments. Because of the large amount of individuals that have generously taken part in research studies, scientists have made substantial progress in their understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). Even more, without the involvement …
Research – Public Health Policy Recommendations for Unpaid Dementia Caregiving
In the United States, Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) are now a common occurrence with more than 6 million people having been diagnosed with dementia. Consequently, the U.S. long-term care system tends to rely heavily on informal caregiving. According to the Alzheimer’s Association (2021), 11 million family members, friends, acquaintances, or other individuals offer …
Webinar – Indian Country Dementia ECHO – Brain Health in Indian Country
Hosted by Indian Country ECHO. Social capital is associated with better health, lower risks for dementia, disability, and mortality. In the vast majority of cases Alzheimer’s disease is not inherited. The most important risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease is age. In this presentation, Blythe Winchester MD, MPH, CMD, AGSF, discusses brain health in Indian Country. ...
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