UW study focuses on recruiting Black participants to make Alzheimer`s research more inclusive

MADISON, Wis. -- A study at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is working to make sure Alzheimer`s research is inclusive of all.

The African Americans Fighting Alzheimer’s In Midlife Study is specifically focused on studying Alzheimer`s in African Americans.

"African Americans lead in Alzheimer`s disease. And yet, in terms of being participants in the research, our numbers are very small," said study recruiter Dr. Fabu Carter.

According to the Alzheimer`s Association, Black Americans are twice as likely as white Americans to develop Alzheimer`s. However, they are often severely underrepresented in research. ...
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Ken Notes: Also an FYI article and those close to Madison may want to volunteer for the study.