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Challenges and Solutions to Alzheimer's Research Funding Barriers

Challenges and Solutions to Alzheimer's Research Funding Barriers

FromFocus on Geriatric Medicine and Aging


Challenges and Solutions to Alzheimer's Research Funding Barriers

FromFocus on Geriatric Medicine and Aging

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Released:
Sep 19, 2016
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Podcast episode

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Host: Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP


Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common cause of dementia among people aged 65 and older. With the population of older Americans growing, research for new therapies becomes ever more critical. Yet one of the most important factors in advancing research, fundraising, has been hampered by numerous challenges. Host Dr. Brian McDonough talks with Charles Fushcillo Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America about the challenges in securing additional funding for Alzheimer’s Research.
Released:
Sep 19, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (50)

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