Alzheimer’s Awareness plays a pivotal role in fostering understanding and dispelling misconceptions about dementia.
- Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects over half a million Canadians – a number that is projected to grow to nearly 1 million Canadians by 2030.
- Alzheimer’s disease is a fatal disease that changes the brain and eventually affects all aspects of a person’s life – how they think, feel, and act.
- The symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease can be treated, but not cured. There are several medications that can help with symptoms such as memory decline, changes in language, thinking abilities, and motor skills.
- Reducing your risk by making brain-healthy lifestyle choices doesn’t guarantee you won’t get Alzheimer’s, but it’s still the most effective method of prevention.
To learn more visit the Alzheimer Society website.
If your plan includes Medical Second Opinion
If your plan members or their dependents receive a critical or life-threatening diagnosis, like Alzheimer’s, Medical Second Opinion offers an avenue for peace of mind and the most accurate treatment recommendations based on a member’s medical history.