Manulife commits $1 million to Quebec dementia prevention clinic
Published on: 2026-04-08 00:00
In this article, published by Insurance Business Canada, Manulife Canada announced a $1 million commitment over four years to support the Douglas Cognitive Health and Prevention Clinic, a new precision medicine initiative based at the Douglas Mental Health University Institute.
The initiative aims to advance dementia prevention by identifying individual risk factors earlier and developing personalized, evidence-based intervention plans. It brings together clinicians and researchers to improve early detection and prevention strategies for cognitive decline in adults aged 40 and over.
This investment reflects a broader effort to strengthen community health and expand access to innovative, research-driven approaches to dementia prevention in Quebec.
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The article explores both the risks and potential of conversational agents in mental health, as well as the innovations made possible by AI. Dr. Ducharme presents the SPARK biobank project, which aims to collect biological, psychological and social data to better understand psychiatric disorders and pave the way for precision psychiatry.
« There is no known cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but research shows that up to forty per cent of cases could be prevented by addressing modifiable risk factors. Personalized, research informed interventions can change the trajectory of cognitive aging. Manulife Canada’s support strengthens our ability to deliver targeted prevention and helps us build a model that can expand access to life changing care for many more people.»
Manulife commits $1 million to Quebec dementia prevention clinic
Source: Insurance Business mag