Us Against Alzheimer's latest Brainstorm Podcast is kicking off Black History Month with their first video podcast highlighting the critical role nurses play in advancing Alzheimer's health equity, especially in Black communities disproportionately affected by the disease.
Host Meryl Comer is joined by Daphne Delgado, Vice President for Health Equity at UsAgainstAlzheimer's, and Dr. Charlene Whitaker-Brown, a clinical nursing professor and 2022 Brain Health Equity Nurse Fellowship graduate.
In this timely and impactful episode, you will hear about:
- Why Black Americans are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s, yet 35% less likely to receive a timely diagnosis
- The role nurses play as trusted educators and advocates in underserved communities
- Strategies for addressing stigma, improving access, and connecting families to vital brain health resources
The episode underscores how nurses are uniquely positioned to lead the fight for health equity—bridging gaps in trust, education, and care.