American Health Assistance Foundation

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The American Health Assistance Foundation (AHAF) is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that funds research seeking cures for Alzheimer's disease, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, and provides the public with information about risk factors, preventative lifestyles, available treatments and coping strategies.

AHAF's three programs are:

* Alzheimer's Disease Research
* Macular Degeneration Research
* National Glaucoma Research

We disseminate vital information to the public, especially those affected by these age-related degenerative diseases, through our website, print publications, as well as TV and radio Public Service Announcements (PSAs). Our aim is to educate people about risk factors, the latest research, treatment options, risk reduction through healthy lifestyles, and ways to cope with the effects of these diseases.

Through our toll-free phone number, 1-800-437-AHAF (2423), people can speak directly with a member of our information services staff, Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm for answers to questions, support and referrals.


RESEARCH

AHAF is one of America's leading supporters of basic scientific investigations to better understand and find cures for Alzheimer's disease, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma. We have awarded more than $110 million in research grants to some of the most prominent scientists at universities, hospitals and medical centers around the world.*

AHAF is currently supporting a total of 125 research grants:

* 62 projects through Alzheimer's Disease Research
* 29 through National Glaucoma Research
* 34 through Macular Degeneration Research

Find information concerning the grant application process.



INFORMATION

The AHAF website includes information on risk factors, symptoms, screening, diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma. The website also has expert answers to real life questions, responses to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), and the latest research news. Medical illustrations and videos provide easily understood descriptions of the brain, the eyes and the progress of these diseases.