A Consultant in Old-Age Psychiatry in the Isle of Man is welcoming the way the issue of Alzeheimers is currently being highlighted.
Dr Chris Jagus says the storyline in Coronation Street is doing a great deal to help break down the stigma and fear surrounding this issue.
Alzeheimers is the most common form of dementia, accounting for around 55 % of all cases.
In the Isle of Man it's thought there are around 1,000 people suffering with some form of dementia.
Dr Jagus says tackling the issue in a prime time soap is a very brave move, and one he hopes will help increase awareness.
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