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Volunteers needed for studies to advance dementia research

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Interested in volunteering for research on Alzheimer’s, related dementias, and cognitive health? Learn about new and featured studies below or search for clinical trials and studies near you with the Alzheimers.gov Clinical Trials Finder. New and featured studies Click on the trial name for details and contact information Caregiving Problem-Solving Training for Dementia Caregivers (Dallas and Edinburg, TX) […]

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Check-out NIA”s Video: Tips For Staying Connected As You Age

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Everyone needs social connections to survive and thrive. As people age, they often find themselves spending more time alone. Being alone may leave older adults more vulnerable to loneliness and social isolation, which can affect their overall health and well-being. However, there are things they can do to stay connected. Watch this short video for tips

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Racial Disparities in Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis

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Black participants in Alzheimer’s disease research studies were 35% less likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and related dementias than white participants, despite national statistics that indicate that Black Americans are overall about twice as likely to have dementia as whites. The research team, led by the NIA Intramural Research Program, tracked 15 years of

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NIA-Supported Research Shows Tooth Loss in Older Adults Linked to Higher Risk of Dementia

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Older adults with tooth loss have a higher risk of cognitive impairment and dementia, and this risk increases with each missing tooth, recent NIA-supported research shows. Researchers led by a team at New York University analyzed results from several long-term studies on the link between tooth loss and the risk of cognitive impairment and dementia.

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11 Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease

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Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It’s important to distinguish the facts from the myths, especially when it comes to finding information online. A few common myths about Alzheimer’s disease include: Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are the same thing. Dementia refers to impaired memory, thinking, reasoning, and behavior,

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