Ethnically Diverse Communities and Alzheimer's Disease: Public Health Issue

During the past 15 years, advances in Alzheimer's disease treatment have received increased attention within the scientific field and among the media. Although much as been learned about this disease, there still remains a significant void in understanding of Alzheimer's disease within specific cultural populations.

In particular, it is well-documented that African American and Hispanic populations have the highest incidence and prevalence rates of this disease.

This white paper discusses the environmental and genetic variables that may contribute to this disparity. It also identifies ways to reconceptualize how the field addresses Alzheimer's disease through research and policy recommendations that speak to this serious public health issue.

This white was first distributed during a seminar in Milwaukee Oct. 19, 2010. The paper's author, Stephanie Johnson, was the keynote speaker. 

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