Rural Georgians may find it difficult to access medication that could slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study, led by Dr. Niying Li, Assistant Professor in the Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy Department at the College of Pharmacy.

Dr. Niying Li

That’s especially concerning because rural counties experience a significantly higher burden of the disease. “It’s hard for people in these areas to find a trained, capable physician who specializes in Alzheimer’s disease and who is able to make a diagnosis,” said Dr. Li.

The study, published in the NIH’s National Center for Biotechnology Information, was picked up by a variety of media, including 11 Alive in Atlanta, the NBC affiliate in Macon, the Public News Service, and other statewide and national news outlets.  To read the complete story about the study, see here.