All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.

Diabetes Awareness Month, 2024

British Columbia
November 28, 2024

In partnership with the First Nation Health Authority, this November, we are drawing attention to the growing prevalence of both dementia and diabetes in Indigenous communities. 

Photo of huckleberries shared by Sheri Weget, the Provincial Coordinator for Indigenous outreach and collaboration at the Alzheimer Society of B.C.

The Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s South Asian dementia forum returns this winter! ਅਲਜ਼ਾਇਮਰ ਸੁਸਾਇਟੀ ਆਫ ਬੀ.ਸੀ. ਦੇ ਸਾਊਥ ਏਸ਼ੀਅਨ ਡਿਮੈਂਸ਼ੀਆ ਫੋਰਮ ਇਸ ਸਰਦੀਆਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਵਾਪਸ ਆ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ!

British Columbia
November 20, 2024

The South Asian Dementia Forum returns to Surrey on February 8, an opportunity for people affected by dementia and health-care providers to learn about the impact of dementia on South Asian families.
ਸਾਊਥ ਏਸ਼ੀਅਨ ਡਿਮੈਂਸ਼ੀਆ ਫੋਰਮ 8 ਫਰਵਰੀ ਨੂੰ ਸਰੀ ਵਾਪਸ ਆ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ| ਇਹ ਡਿਮੈਂਸ਼ੀਆ ਤੋਂ ਪ੍ਰਭਾਵਿਤ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਸਿਹਤ-ਸੰਭਾਲ ਪ੍ਰਦਾਤਾਵਾਂ ਲਈ ਸਾਊਥ ਏਸ਼ੀਅਨ ਪਰਿਵਾਰਾਂ 'ਤੇ ਡਿਮੈਂਸ਼ੀਆ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਭਾਵ ਬਾਰੇ ਜਾਣਨ ਦਾ ਇੱਕ ਮੌਕਾ ਹੈ।

Dr. Jain and Dr Hetesh speaking at the South Asian Dementia Forum panel

World Alzheimer Report 2024

British Columbia
September 20, 2024

As part of World Alzheimer Month 2024, Alzheimer’s Disease International has released a new report on perceptions of and attitudes towards the disease.

Photo cover of people around the world with caption 2024

From the North Shore to the summit: Neptune Terminals elevates community support at the Climb for Alzheimer’s

British Columbia
September 13, 2024

Once again, Neptune Terminals is proudly supporting the Climb for Alzheimer’s fundraiser at Grouse Mountain on Sunday, September 22. Their ongoing commitment to this highly anticipated event has helped make it a must attend for employees and community members alike. The Climb reflects the courage faced by people affected by dementia, while raising awareness and vital funds for the Alzheimer Society of B.C.

Photo of climbers as they ascend the Climb for Alzheimer's