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Researchers and advocates urge focus on Black caregivers and Black men’s caregiving needs and research inclusion
Summary
Panelists told the Senate study committee that Black Americans face higher dementia prevalence and caregiver burden, that Black caregivers are more likely to experience financial and emotional strain, and that Black men are underrepresented in dementia research and support programs.
Researchers and advocates urged the Senate study committee to address racial disparities in dementia prevalence, caregiver burden and research participation.
Dr. Karen Moss (Ohio State University) and Dr. Robert Turner (George Washington University/Duke affiliate) described epidemiologic evidence that dementia prevalence is higher in Black and Latino populations and emphasized that rural and minority communities bear a disproportionate burden. Dr. Moss noted that…
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