Lesly Juarez
As reported cases of Alzheimer’s Disease continue to rise among Black Americans, a pioneering research project funded by the National Institutes of Health is determined to unveil the underlying reasons behind this alarming trend. Led by Dr. Travonia Brown-Hughes, a renowned professor at Hampton University, and Corewell Health neuroscientist Dr. Stewart Graham, the Black American United Memory and Aging project aims to gather data from 600 Black Americans aged 55 and older through urine, saliva, and cognitive tests.
Black American United Memory and Aging project is a $4.8 million study funded by the National Institutes of Health.
With a focus on prevention, the study offers compensation for participants and promises to provide valuable insights into the disease, its effects, and potential ways to slow down its progression. Become a part of this groundbreaking research and contribute to the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease in the Black American community.
10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer’s or other dementia. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. There are 10 warning signs and symptoms. If you notice any of them, don’t ignore them. Schedule an appointment with your doctor.
https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/10_signs
More to know:
Why is Alzheimer’s more common in African Americans?
Both are more common among Black populations, because of where they live in relation to polluting industries, lack of healthy food choices, and other factors. Depression, high blood pressure, obesity and chronic stress can also raise the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s. So can poverty.
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