To boost Latino participation in Alzheimer’s studies, don’t skimp on ‘personalismo,’ researcher says

June 19, 2023

Latinos make up 19% of the U.S. population, yet they represent only a small fraction of people enrolled in clinical trials for Alzheimer’s treatment. USC researcher María Aranda has recommendations for fixing that.

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To boost Latino participation in Alzheimer’s studies, don’t skimp on ‘personalismo,’ researcher says

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