Number: RL32970
Title: Biomedical Advances in Alzheimer's Disease
Authors: Michele M. Schoonmaker and Laura B. Shrestha, Domestic Social Policy Division 
Abstract: This report provides an overview of the public health and financial impact of Alzheimer's Disease (AD), summarizes federal funding for AD research and clinical trials, and discusses our current understanding of AD and promising avenues of AD research. Issues relating to social services for AD patients and support for caregivers are covered in a companion report.
Pages: 41
Date: June 29, 2005