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Alzheimer's Disease Prevention Trial

Launched by NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING (NIA) · Oct 29, 1999

Trial Information

Current as of December 26, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Alzheimer's Disease Memory Loss Estrogen

ClinConnect Summary

PREventing Postmenopausal memory loss and Alzheimer's with Replacement Estrogens (PREPARE) is a double-blind-placebo controlled trial to determine whether estrogen (or estrogen and progesterone) can delay the onset of memory loss or Alzheimer's Disease in elderly women with a family history of the disease.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Healthy women 65 or older with a family history of memory problems not currently on estrogen.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Significant neurological impairment
  • Current estrogen use
  • History of breast cancer

Trial Officials

Mary Sano, PhD

Principal Investigator

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

About National Institute On Aging (Nia)

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) is a prominent research organization within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) dedicated to advancing our understanding of aging and age-related diseases. Through a robust portfolio of clinical trials, the NIA focuses on innovative research that aims to enhance the health and well-being of older adults. By fostering collaboration among scientists, healthcare professionals, and communities, the NIA seeks to translate research findings into practical solutions that improve the quality of life for aging populations. Their commitment to rigorous scientific inquiry and public health underscores their role as a leader in geriatric research and the pursuit of effective interventions for age-associated conditions.

Locations

Durham, North Carolina, United States

Irvine, California, United States

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

New York, New York, United States

Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

Miami Beach, Florida, United States

White Plains, New York, United States

North Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Fort Myers, Florida, United States

Pensacola, Florida, United States

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States

Tallahassee, Florida, United States

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

New York, New York, United States

Port Chester, New York, United States

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

People applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

Discussion 0

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