Alzheimer’s: Does it have to be part of aging?

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Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 5 p.m.
Library Square Conference Centre
Alma VanDusen and Peter Kaye Rooms, Vancouver Public Library
350 West Georgia, Vancouver
RSVP: cafescientifique@cihr-irsc.gc.ca

The statistics are frightening. It's estimated that, in 30 years, the number of Canadians who will develop Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia will reach over 1 million. In order to beat the statistics, the time for action is now.

Can we prevent Alzheimer's? What treatments are available? Is there a cure in sight? What are the latest diagnostic tools? How can we improve support to caregivers? Research is underway in Canada and around the world to tackle the overwhelming challenge.

Join us for an informal discussion with Canadian experts and hear about the latest results in Alzheimer's research.

This free event is hosted by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and its Institute of Aging. Space is limited.

Experts

Max S. Cynader, PhD
Brain Research Centre
University of British Columbia

Howard Feldman, MD
Clinic for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders
University of British Columbia Hospital

Gloria Gutman, PhD
Gerontology Research Centre
Simon Fraser University

Moderator

Yves Joanette, PhD
Scientific Director
CIHR Institute of Aging