A Lifetime of Experiencing Anti-Blackness and Structural Racism Puts Black Elders at Higher Risks for Dementia
The Alzheimer's Association International Conference recently published new data on the correlation of interpersonal and structural racism, and its cognitive impact on Black elders
Racism is a form of trauma that leads to increased stress. And stress can result in negative biological changes such as inflammation, a known risk factor for cognitive difficulties, including dementia. - Carl V. Hill, Ph.D., MPH, chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer at the Alzheimer’s Association
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