January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month.
 

Alzheimer Society Manitoba is calling on people to take action with the 72% campaign. Program Director Norma Kirkby says 72% of Canadians living with Alzheimer’s disease are women.

Kirkby says warning signs for Alzheimer’s includes forgetfulness and disorientation. She says early diagnosis allows for treatment and support so people can live as well as possible.

People are encouraged to go to alzheimer.mb.ca to learn the warning signs and reduce their risk of developing dementia.