Afro-American Alzheimer’s Disease Research Study

An Afro-American research study on Alzheimer’s Disease is underway at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

The study is being promoted as Keeping Memories Alive. This 2 year, national education and awareness campaign proposes to educate, and motivate to action, more than 12 million Americans through, multiple media outlets and grassroots community-based efforts. By combining the resources and talents of the Alzheimer’s Association, AARP, and research partners, the Keeping Memories Alive Alzheimer’s Project will become an effective model for translating scientific information to the public.

The Keeping Memories Alive Alzheimer’s Project team envisions a proactive and “brain-healthier” world.

African-Americans have a greater risk for Alzheimer’s Disease. To participate in the research study, you must be

• African-American
• 60 years of age or older
• Male or Female
• With or without memory problems

Finding genes that cause Alzheimer’s Disease and leaning how they interact with factors such as diet and the environment will lead to improved tools for diagnosis and better treatments for the disease.

To enroll, please call the Alzheimer’s Study Coordinators toll free at 1-888-248-2808 or 1-877-686-6444

What are the study facts

• Participation is voluntary
• All information is confidential
• There is no cost to you
• Your current healthcare or insurance will not be affected
• Travel is not necessary
• One may withdraw at any time
• Research progress will be sent to study participants in periodic newsletters

Additional resources

• Alzheimer’s Association
• Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center
• Alzheimer’s Foundation of America