Investigating how poverty alleviation policies affect the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Bridging Social Epidemiology and Policy for ADRD Prevention: Effects of Poverty Alleviation Policies on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Risk and Disparities
This study looks at how programs designed to help people in poverty might affect the chances of developing Alzheimer's disease and related conditions, and it's for anyone interested in understanding how social support can improve health for those at risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11135997 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research explores the relationship between poverty alleviation policies and the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD). By analyzing data from the Health and Retirement Study and Medicare records, the project aims to quantify how these policies impact AD/ADRD prevalence across different states and demographic groups. The research will utilize quasi-experimental methods to evaluate the effectiveness of various social policies in reducing health disparities associated with AD/ADRD. Ultimately, the goal is to provide insights that could inform future policy decisions aimed at improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals at risk for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, particularly those from low-income backgrounds or affected by poverty.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, or those who do not experience the effects of poverty, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective policies that reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, particularly among disadvantaged groups.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that social policies can significantly impact health outcomes, suggesting that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University Medical Campus — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, Ruijia — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Chen, Ruijia
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.