Understanding barriers to new Alzheimer's treatments for older Hispanic adults
Official title: Cost and Non-Cost Barriers to Use of Novel AD Therapeutics among Older Hispanic or Latino Adults
Funded at University of Southern California · NIH-10977612 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into the difficulties that older Hispanic or Latino adults and their caregivers face when trying to access new treatments for Alzheimer's disease, so we can better understand how to help them get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $311,341 |
| NIH project number | 1R61AG089049-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10977612 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older Hispanic or Latino adults diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Hispanic or Latino or those without a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the challenges faced by older Hispanic or Latino adults in accessing new Alzheimer's disease treatments. It begins with interviews of Latino patients and caregivers to identify both cost-related and non-cost-related barriers. Following this, a broader survey will be conducted to gather data on various factors affecting the use of these medications. The study will also analyze Medicare data to understand real-world usage patterns and their impacts on health and quality of life.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to effective Alzheimer's treatments for older Hispanic adults, enhancing their health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing barriers to healthcare access among diverse populations, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jacobson, Mireille — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Jacobson, Mireille
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.