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As Congress engages in brinkmanship, one of the quietest but most devastating casualties is the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. When the government shuts down, research at the National Institutes of Health is disrupted, delaying clinical trials, discoveries and, most tragically, help for the millions of Americans living with or at risk of Alzheimer’s.

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My mother suffered terribly with dementia, and I am passionate about finding a cure. That’s why I’ve taken part in clinical trials at UC Davis. These trials are part of the research to find diagnostic tools for early detection of Alzheimer’s and eventually a cure for the disease.

These experiences make me hopeful, but only if Congress cont

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