NIA was established in 1974 to improve the health and well-being of older adults through research. It conducts and supports genetic, biological, behavioral, social, and economical research on aging and the challenges and needs of older adults.
Also question is, what does the NIA stand for Alzheimer’s?
The National Institute on Aging (NIA), which oversees NIH research on Alzheimer’s, led the development of implementation research milestones in collaboration with the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) and other NIH Institutes and Centers, as well as with extensive input from a variety of …
In this way, what are Alzheimer’s disease related dementias? Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD) are debilitating conditions that impair memory, thought processes, and functioning, primarily among older adults. The effects of these diseases can be devastating, both for individuals afflicted with AD/ADRD and for their families.