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Early diagnosis keeps your life from unravelling – January is Alzheimer Awareness Month

Early diagnosis keeps your life from unravelling – January is Alzheimer Awareness Month

Did you know that up to 50% of Canadians with dementia are waiting too long to get a diagnosis?

For many people, fear and stigma become huge barriers to seeking help. In fact, a recent Nanos survey found that 60% of the Canadians polled said it would be harder to disclose if they, or someone close to them, had Alzheimer’s disease compared to other diseases.