Chilly weather and shorter days are upon us, signalling the arrival of winter in the near future. For those of us who live in colder climates, winter brings with it a new set of challenges. Many of these challenges...
At a Glance
Sleep apnea is a potentially serious condition that affects an estimated 26 percent of adults.
It is a sleeping disorder which causes the airway to become blocked during sleep, preventing oxygen from entering the lungs.
There...
It can be difficult to stay active and healthy during the winter months. This is especially the case for seniors with limited movement capabilities. As such, it’s crucial that you find simple ways to keep yourself active and promote...
A big part of staying healthy is not focusing on one single aspect. Rather, a holistic approach is always best. For this reason, you should consider physiotherapy. Namely, improving your quality of life in every aspect is vital for...
About 51% of Americans retire anywhere from age 61-65. Typically, people retire when they can start receiving social security benefits from the government, but some stay working longer for financial reasons, and some call it quits earlier if they’re...
By 2030 the number of people with diabetes is expected to rise to 522 million. It is a leading cause of stroke, heart attack, kidney failure and blindness. One out of every two people with it will never be...
Dementia is a very serious yet common mental condition that many senior citizens have to face. Though dementia is almost exclusive to older people, it is not actually a part of normal ageing.
Dementia is actually a collective term for...
Many individuals mistakenly think of the flu as a gastrointestinal illness, during which one experiences nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Although it’s not entirely wrong to refer to that type of ailment as the “stomach flu,” influenza or the flu...
When you reach a certain age, most people anticipate their driving privileges being revoked. But the expectation doesn’t exactly make the reality any easier. You see, with driving comes freedom. And taking away someone’s car keys is a lot...
Grief is one of the most powerful emotions we feel, and losing someone is never easy. It’s tempting to isolate ourselves or ignore the pain we feel when mourning, but this will only make the experience more difficult for...
