Contact | NIA

NIA welcomes your questions or comments about aging and age-related diseases and conditions, including Alzheimer’s and related dementias. NIA can address questions related to research and general health information; however, we cannot make diagnoses or offer medical opinions. For personal health questions, we encourage you to contact your health care provider.

Public Inquiries

For members of the public who wish to request information on a topic, please fill out the Ask NIH form. 

We cannot provide personalized medical advice. Contact your medical care providers for answers to personal health questions.

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Media Inquiries

For members of the news media who wish to request a comment, please fill out the HHS Request For Comment form.

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Research Programs and Grant Information

For questions about research grants:

• Search for a program staff member whose portfolio matches your interest.

Health Information

Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or have speech-related disabilities can use their preferred relay services or learn about available telecommunications relay services.

NIA Information Center The NIA Information Center can help answer general health and aging-related questions for families, caregivers, and health professionals.

• Phone: 800-222-2225 (English & Spanish)
• Email: niaic@nia.nih.gov

Alzheimer's and related Dementias Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center NIA's ADEAR Center offers information and publications on Alzheimer's and related dementias, including information on caregiving, clinical trials, and research.

• Phone:800-438-4380(English & Spanish)
• Email: adear@nia.nih.gov
• Virtual Assistant: Visit the Alzheimers.gov Virtual Assistant to find the answers you need about Alzheimer’s and related dementias.

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