Alzheimer's: Participate in Clinical Trials

If you have a loved one who was just diagnosed — or if you've been diagnosed yourself, maybe you are taking care of someone — with Alzheimer's and dementia, the Alzheimer's Association is an amazing resource. Jim Wilgus, Executive Director for the Washington State Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about clinical research, and opportunities to participate in clinical trials to cure Alzheimer's.

Jim says, "Today, many trials are done online or over the phone. Sometimes they may just require one initial visit. So there's a lot of opportunities for engagement and opportunities for people of any walk of life. We need anyone that wants to be in a trial to get engaged. Inquire about trials that are available in your area, if you're disposed to, because some trials accept individuals who are in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease or other dementia. Sometimes even in the middle stages. And sometimes trials have opportunities for the caregiver to participate as well. So it's a very important part of finding a cure to the disease."

Visit https://www.alz.org/trialmatch to find clinical trials in your area.

• Alzheimer's Association website
• About Alzheimer's and Dementia
• Call their helpline at 800.272.3900
• Hear more podcasts about the Alzheimer's Association
• Hear more podcasts about the Walk to End Alzheimers

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