African Americans and Alzheimer’s Disease

Did you know that African Americans are two times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease compared to non-Hispanic Whites?

Get more up-to-date statistics and tips for lowering your dementia risk below. This fact sheet was developed by Dr. Karen Graham, Community Relations Manager at the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center.

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