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Alzheimers A Risk To Women

The Sarnia-Lambton Alzheimer Society is focusing on educating about the risks for women as part of Alzheimer Awareness Month.

Education Coordinator Christine Wright says their statistics show that 72% of people in Canada affected by the disease, are women.

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Wright says its a good idea to be checked out by your doctor if you feel changes occurring. She says symptoms could be treatable or serve as a warning sign of alzheimers or another form of dementia.

Wright says early detection can provide time to plan your future.

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