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University of Southern California Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Brain Research Program
What is the main objective of this study? The main objective of this study is to learn more about aging and dementing conditions through autopsy and provide a definitive diagnosis. Those enrolled after signing a consent will have a yearly visit for neuro-cognitive testing and a review of function and medication changes. Call 323-442-7600 for […]
KJLH Women’s Health Expo 2017 – Dr. Freddi Segal-Gidan to Speak
The KJLH Women’s Health Expo 2017 focuses on the health needs of the African-American Community. Dr. Segal-Gidan will be answering questions Saturday morning live on the radio, such as: Why is Alzheimer’s affecting the African American Community the way it is? Is there a difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia? What can people due to decrease […]
Brain Health & Alzheimer’s Disease
Dr. Sonia Pawluczyk will be speaking on Brain Health & Alzheimer’s disease on Tuesday, April 25 from 10-12 at Alzheimer’s in the LGBT Community, hosted by Alzheimer’s Greater Los Angeles at 133 North Sunol Drive #237 Los Angeles, CA 90063. Light Breakfast & Registration: 9:30AM-10:00AM. RSVP by April 20 at 323.859.8809 and for more information, […]
Memory Concerns Community Forum
On Saturday, March 4 from 11:00 to 12:30 at the Inglewood Public Library. The community event is free and sponsored by several organizations working together including: the NAACP Inglewood-South Bay Branch, USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, Inglewood Chamber of Commerce, and Inglewood Public Library. There will be speakers from 4 local organizations serving the Los […]
LIFE’S SIMPLE 7 – YOUR PATIENT’S CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH
Statistics Between 20-45% of American’s are currently at risk of suffering heart failure sometime in their life (Lin, Ovbiagele, Markovic & Towfighi, 2015). One out of every four American’s currently in middle age will develop heart failure by the age of 85 (Lin et al., 2015). Prevention is a critical component of reducing these statistics […]
Life’s Simple 7 – Your Cardiovascular Health
LIFE’S SIMPLE 7 – REDUCE YOUR HEALTH RISKS! Research has shown that approximately 25%, or 1 in 4 adults in the U.S. will suffer heart failure in their lifetime. How do you avoid becoming one of these statistics? The American Heart Association has conducted studies on 7 simple lifestyle components that will help you to […]
Videos for Health Professionals on Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease
Videos for Health Professionals on Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease A collection of videos on memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease that would be useful for physicians and other health professionals.
Information about Referring a Patient
You can refer a patient to the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center/Memory and Aging Center to see if they meet criteria for a research study or clinical trial. Types of Potential Participants for Research Studies and Clinical Trials: • Healthy people with no cognitive loss, who are willing to be followed over time. • People concerned […]
Videos for Health Professionals
Bi-Annual Many Faces of Dementia Conference – 2013 Watch the Keynote address: Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease Marilyn Albert, PhD Watch Implications of New NIA Alzheimer’s Association Guidelines (Dementias other than Alzheimer’s Disease ) Bruce Miller, MD
Current Research Studies and Clinical Trials
The Healthier Vessels Healthier Brain (HVHB) study Healthier Vessels, Healthier Brain Study is working to better understand how blood sugar levels and the body’s ability to absorb and use glucose and/or insulin affects capillaries, brain cells, and memory function. People over 60 years of age who have pre-diabetics, diabetics, high blood pressure and/or high cholesterol […]
Participants and Families Videos
Meet some of the USC ADRC Faculty and Staff What’s It Like to be in a Research Study: A Research Participant’s Perspective Research Study Procedure Descriptions “Forgotten Memories: Meet a traditional Mexican family, struggling to figure out what is wrong when the patriarch of the family starts to forget things” Educational Videos For research participants […]
Rare Type of Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease
Dr. John Ringman studies a rare type of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease at the USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. This type is sometimes called the ‘Jalisco Mutation’ and he works with families to understand the genetic mutation. National Public Radio (NPR) wrote a piece about how families experience the disease and the work Dr. Ringman does […]
Additional Services and Resources
Memory Loss and Alzheimer’s Disease Organizations and Resources How to Get the Additional Support You Need: There are many services offered nationally and locally. Consider getting the support you need for a quality life for both you and your family members: ALZHEIMER’S ORGANIZATIONS (NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL) ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION (www.alz.org) 24/7 Helpline: 1.800.272.3900 A US organization, […]
Why Participate in an Clinical Trial or Alzheimer’s Research Intervention Study?
There are many reasons why you might choose to join an Alzheimer’s clinical trial. You may want to: • Help others, including future family members, who may be at risk for Alzheimer’s disease • Receive regular monitoring by medical professionals • Learn about Alzheimer’s and your health • Test new treatments that might work better […]
Type II Diabetes and Brain Health
Over 20 years ago researchers discovered a connection between diabetes, particularly type II diabetes, and dementia in older adults. Prior to this discovery, scientists had already noticed a positive association between vascular circulation and cognitive function as the inability of the vascular system to circulate oxygen throughout the body, including the brain, correlated with cognitive […]