Alzheimer's Disease Digital Resources Lacking for Latinos, Hispanics in Los Angeles Years After COVID-19, Study Finds

Alzheimer's disease digital resources lacking for Latinos, Hispanics in Los Angeles years after COVID-19, study finds

Although Latinos and Hispanics are at elevated risk for Alzheimer's disease and account for almost half of Los Angeles County's population, a recent UCLA Health study finds that accessible digital resources for these communities remain in short supply since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Study Finds Digital Alzheimer’s Resources Still Limited for Latinos and

A recent groundbreaking study conducted by UCLA Health has illuminated a significant and troubling digital disparity affecting Latinos and Hispanics in Los Angeles County—populations that are disproportionately at risk for Alzheimer’s disease. Despite representing nearly half the county’s demographic fabric and facing a projected tripling in Alzheimer’s prevalence by 2040, these communities remain underserved by the digital health ecosystem, par…