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Special Alzheimer Awareness Month issue

 

British Columbian baby boomers unprepared for rising tide of dementia

An online survey of Canadian baby boomers reveals a troubling lack of awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and it is sounding alarm bells here in British Columbia as to whether our largest population group is prepared for the rising tide of dementia that is ahead.

>>Read more about the survey

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Also In this Issue:

Test your knowledge now!

During Alzheimer Awareness Month, the Society is asking all British Columbians to test their knowledge of Alzheimer's disease.

>>Take the survey

Improve your brain health today!

Know the warning signs, take care of your brain health, and reduce your risk by making simple lifestyle changes.

>>Here’s how

Happy New Year! - Message from the CEO

On January 4 we ushered in the New Year with the launch of Alzheimer Awareness Month.

Whereas the Rising Tide was a wake-up call for everyone, the survey findings are a clear indicator there is more that needs to be done.

>>Read more

Bob Lenarduzzi signs on to help raise awareness

Local soccer hero Bob Lenarduzzi and Shaw TV Vancouver are supporting the Alzheimer Society of B.C. with three new TV and radio public service announcements.

>>Check out the new PSAs on our YouTube channel!

 

Investors Group Walk for Memories

Feel good inside and out during this holiday season by registering and getting ready for this year’s Investors Group Walk for Memories, which will take place in 20 communities across British Columbia on January 30, 2011. Your participation will help support families across British Columbia who are living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia.

 Register now!

Help us turn the rising tide of dementia

If nothing is done, the prevalence of dementia in British Columbia will more than double in just one generation.

>>There is hope if we act now.

 

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