Alzheimer’s Disease / Dementia

Alzheimer Society of Ontario As two new disease-modifying Alzheimer’s treatments move through the Health Canada approval process, early diagnosis and access are more critical than ever. “In Ontario, people often wait years for a formal dementia diagnosis,” says Adam Morrison, Senior Director of Public Policy & Partnerships. Prioritizing access to these innovative treatments could save […]

Alzheimer Society of Ontario As two new disease-modifying Alzheimer’s treatments move through the Health Canada approval process, early diagnosis and access are more critical than ever. “In Ontario, people often wait years for a formal dementia diagnosis,” says Adam Morrison, Senior Director of Public Policy & Partnerships. Prioritizing access to these innovative treatments could save

Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health Alzheimer Society of Canada 80% of people still believe dementia is just a normal part of aging—this is a major misconception! Dementia is a medical condition, and understanding this can help people get the diagnosis, treatment, and support they need sooner. The global burden of dementia continues to worsen,

Alzheimer Society of Ontario Download the Living Safely with Dementia Resource Guide to find tips and strategies that can be used to ensure that people living with dementia can live safely in their day-to-day lives: https://bit.ly/4aXakR3

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