AAIC 2025 Abstract

Association between strength levels and cognitive status in Brazilian and Americans older adults: the role of race inequalities

Study in peoplePopulations

Abstract

Background: Both Brazil and the United States have histories shaped by slavery and racial segregation, resulting in disparities in healthcare access, particularly for older adults. Black older adults in both countries are at higher risk of cognitive impairment and dementia and face higher rates of underdiagnosis compared to Whites.

The paper

Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro

AAIC 2025 Abstract, 23 Dec 2025, CC BY

Presented at AAIC 2025

doi.org/10.1002/alz70860_103186