User:Amylaid/Alzheimer disease in African American individuals
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Alzheimer's disease in African Americans is becoming a rising topic of interest in Alzheimer's care, support, and scientific research, as African Americans are disproportionately affected by Alzheimer's. There has been increasing research on the racial disparities in Alzheimer's disease recently, as there are clear disparities between racial groups.[1] Specifically, both the prevalence and incidence of Alzheimer's in African Americans are higher than the overall average. However, because of the lack of representation in clinical trials, there is still a gap in the current understanding of Alzheimer's and how it affects African Americans. Genetic factors could explain why the prevalence of Alzheimer's is higher in African Americans. The lower quality and accessibility of education could also be a risk factor. Furthermore, the costly care services put a huge financial burden on the families impacted, which could result in lack of quality care and early diagnosis.
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