As Alzheimer’s Awareness Month is continuing, the local branch has released some very startling stats.
It is estimated more than 14,000 people in Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland and Haliburton have Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.
GoNorthumberland.ca spoke with Executive Director Jen Johnstone.
Johnstone says more.
Johnstone says early intervention is key.
Johnstone says social stigma associated with dementia is still the number one reason why people avoid seeking medical advice regarding memory issues.
Written by: Jordan Mercier
