Free Memory Clinic to be Offered in Kelowna

Taking care of your mental health is an essential component of your overall health regiment, and in light of addressing memory loss, an Okanagan clinic will be offering free memory assessments.

Individuals who have noticed memory issues and are concerned about the relation of memory loss to Alzheimer’s disease are invited to participate in a free memory clinic.

Through conducting industry standardized tests, the memory clinic will evaluate and determine the presence or severity of any memory deficits. As well, the assessment will allow you to monitor your mental health as closely as you do your physical health.

“A very common concern among my patients aged 45 and older is a fear that they are losing their memory and may be on their way to Alzheimer's disease or other dementias.,” said Dr. Paul Latimer, psychiatrist and principal investigator for Okanagan Clinical Trials. “Although these are possibilities, some memory loss is common as we age and not associated with a degenerative dementia. This kind of memory loss is called benign and frequently reflects changes in an aging nervous system. In early stages, it can be difficult to differentiate between the various kinds of benign memory loss or the more ominous memory loss associated with dementias such as Alzheimer's disease. With an aging population and numbers on the rise, it is very important for individuals to take an active role in their mental health.”

Interested individuals are asked to contact Dr. Kim Christie at drchristie@oktrials.ca or 250-862-8141.

In addition, eligible individuals will also have the chance to participate in a clinical study that offers access to newly available treatments for memory loss.

Okanagan Clinical Trials is a medical research company that is committed to finding new treatments for diseases such as Alzheimer’s.