Alzheimer Society of B.C. Newsletter
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Is there a vaccine for this degenerative brain disease? Are we close to finding a cure?

Hear answers to these questions and more from Dr. Jack Diamond, Scientific Director, Alzheimer Society of Canada during his speaking tour “Research at the Crossroads: What’s Next for Alzheimer’s Disease” with engagements in Vancouver, Prince George and Kelowna. The speaking tour, and a free webinar for those unable to attend an event in person, is proudly presented by the Alzheimer Society of B.C.

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Also In this Issue:
Benefits of music therapy in Alzheimer

The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is sponsoring a study at the University of British Columbia to assess the benefits of music therapy in Alzheimer’s disease through functional and behavioural assessments. The study is open to participants who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

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Building on partnerships for better dementia care

On October 26, 2010, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. hosted a First Link® Learning Forum, bringing together our partners from the Ministry of Health Services and the regional health authorities, key partners integral to the successful delivery of the new programs.

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Get ready, get set, Walk for memories!

The 2011 Investors Group Walk for Memories is literally just around the corner! This year, our annual fundraising event will take place in 20 communities across British Columbia. >>Read More

Do you have it to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro?

At the age of 69, Ed Arnold has raised the bar for anyone who has climbed, or is thinking about climbing, 19,340 ft. on Mt. Kilimanjaro. In September, Ed completed his second climb for the Ascent for Alzheimer’s event, making him the only climber in the history of the event to claim this amazing accomplishment. Do you have it to meet Ed’s challenge? >>Read More




 

 

 
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