Okanagan Clinical Trials are to host a free educational event on Alzheimer's that will include the PBS documentary, 'Can AD be Stopped?' followed by a presentation on new research in Alzheimer’s disease by Dr. Kim Christie, Director of Research at Okanagan Clinical Trials.

The free community event will take place at the Xtreme Theatre in West Kelowna on October 4th, starting at 7:00 pm.

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With the incidence of Alzheimer’s disease on the rise, new medications are dearly sought within both the research community and public. Scientists and clinicians dedicated to this discovery are profiled in the PBS documentary.

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Individuals interested in attending this free event should call Okanagan Clinical Trials to reserve their seat and complimentary popcorn.  Alternatively, individuals can visit the website at www.okanaganclinicaltrials.com and click the event link on the home page to reserve tickets. Please note that seating is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Okanagan Clinical Trials can be reached at 250-862-8141.