The earlier that Alzheimer’s and other dementias are diagnosed, the sooner people and their families can receive information, care and support. Unfortunately, current evidence indicates only about half of people with dementia have been diagnosed by a physician.
During this webinar, Molly French of the Alzheimer's Association explains why early diagnosis of Alzheimer's and other dementias is a public health priority; Lauren Seemeyer of the Alzheimer's Association provides best practices and resources that can aid public health agencies in promoting early diagnosis; and Lynn Meinor of the Utah Department of Health highlights Utah's successes in educating health care providers about the need for early diagnosis as well as increasing the general public's understanding of dementia warning signs and community resources.
Webinar originally broadcast on March 7, 2019 by the Alzheimer's Association.
