[VIDEO] Mason Health is partnering with University of Washington Medicine to study brain health in rural communities. People living in rural communities have a higher risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia but it’s unclear why. The Northwest Rural Brain Health Initiative at the University of Washington is studying aging in rural areas to better understand brain health and dementia risk. MasonWebTV Powered by HCC’s Dedrick Allan spoke with principal investor, Justin B. Miller, PhD, about the study for which they are recruiting participants.
To be eligible for the study, you must be over 50 years of age, live in Mason County, be willing to provide a blood sample, have a study partner to speak with the study team, and be fluent in English. For more information or to register for the study, call 206-744-6280 or email [email protected].