In January, Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, the Alzheimer Society of Bas-St-Laurent is joining forces with the Fédération québécoise des Societes Alzheimer (FQSA) to convey an essential message: “Alzheimer’s disease: More we know it early, the less it is too late.” This campaign aims to raise public awareness of the importance of taking action as soon as the first signs of neurocognitive disorders appear.
Up to 50% of people living with a neurocognitive disorder are diagnosed too late in the illness, depriving them of accessible support from the onset of the illness. Difficulty retaining new information, temporal or spatial confusion, objects lost in unusual places: these signs can reveal the beginnings of the disease. Seeing a doctor quickly can make all the difference. Early diagnosis offers several advantages: it allows identification of the cause of symptoms and access to resources to maintain a good quality of life.
The FQSA is proud to announce the launch of Enparlertot.caa site dedicated to informing Quebecers who are concerned about their cognitive health. This site offers tools for recognizing warning signs, advice for preparing for a medical consultation, as well as information on the diagnostic process.
Today, 170,000 people live with a neurocognitive disorder in Quebec. In 2050, this figure could exceed 360,000 people. Acting now by focusing on early intervention could change the situation.
“Contrary to popular belief, a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease does not mean the end of life plans. With an early diagnosis, it is possible to continue to enjoy precious moments, cultivate meaningful connections and plan a future adapted to your needs, while being better supported. To know is to be able to act. », underlines Sylvie Grenier, General Director of the FQSA.
By contacting the Alzheimer Society of Bas-St-Laurent, people living with the disease and their loved ones can access information to live better with the disease, support to break isolation and respite throughout the journey. with illness.
Alzheimer’s Disease: Demystifying the Early Phase – A Free Virtual Conference
The FQSA invites the population to a unique conference on January 23 at 12 p.m. Sven Joubert, PhD, director of the Neuropsychology of Aging Laboratory at the Research Center of the University Institute of Geriatrics of Montreal (CRIUGM), and Dr. Thomas Tannou, geriatrician and researcher at the University Institute of Geriatrics of Montreal (IUGM), will be aimed at health professionals as well as the general public. They will highlight the first manifestations of Alzheimer’s disease, which are often neglected. For more information on this conference, go to alzheimerquebec.ca.
To learn more about the early signs of the disease and diagnosis, visit Enparlertot.ca. To receive support, call 418-562-2144
