According to the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, 747,000 Canadians were living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia in 2011. That number is expected to increase to 1.4 million by 2031; however, there are steps that can be taken to detect dementia early and ensure the best possible care for your loved one. Benefits of early detection The Alzheimer Society of Canada stresses the importance of early detection for Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Treatmen