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Viagra Associated With Reduced Risk of Alzheimer’s; Ritalin and Apathy in Alzheimer’s; and Brainstem Changes May Detect Alzheimer’s Earlier

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Check out the latest in aging advances, research, and events from NIA: Viagra associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease — A recent study found that people who took sildenafil, a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary hypertension, were less likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease. Ritalin reduced apathy in NIA-funded Alzheimer’s clinical trial — The […]

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Dementia, Cognitive Health, Caregiver Studies Looking for Volunteers

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Interested in volunteering for research on Alzheimer’s, related dementias, and cognitive health? Search for clinical trials and studies near you with NIA’s Clinical Trials Finder. New and featured studies Click on the trial name for details, including contact information. Caregivers In-Home Technology for Dementia Caregivers (multiple sites) Mindfulness Training for African American Dementia Caregivers (Chapel

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Volunteering for Alzheimer’s Research – Keretha’s Story

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Keretha lost her mother to dementia. As she says, “Alzheimer’s doesn’t just impact a person, but the entire family.” Now, Keretha volunteers for Alzheimer’s research and hopes to set an example for increased participation by African Americans, who have a higher risk for developing dementia. Watch Keretha’s story and learn more about participating in Alzheimer’s and dementia

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“Why I Volunteer for Research,” A Caregiver’s Story

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When both of Will’s parents developed dementia, he and his wife moved back into his childhood home to be full-time caregivers. Watch as he discusses how participating in a clinical trial helped him take better care of himself physically and receive emotional support from other caregivers in his community. Learn more about volunteering for Alzheimer’s and

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