Pets, especially dogs, can be highly affected by anxiety. Being social animals, most pets have the same basic needs as humans such as touch, love, affection, security, and comfort. Unfortunately, not all pets receive these things, and this can...
As we approach fall, it’s time to start thinking about a different kind of fall – one that we don’t want to experience – a fall that could cause injury. Many older adults have a healthy fear of falling...
Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia, accounting for up to 80% of dementia cases. Though the greatest risk factor is increasing age, Alzheimer's is not a normal part of aging. It is a progressive disease that causes...
At first, Teresa Jensen ignored the robocall phone messages: “We just suspended your Social Security number because we found some suspicious activity,” it said. But with repeated warnings over the course of a day, she decided to call the...
A Life change can happen at any age.
Sometimes they’re dramatic and life-altering, sometimes change can be positive, uplifting and inspiring, and sometimes, sadly, change can be traumatic – perhaps even devastating. The difference between a change that happens when...
I was finally given permission today to speak the words “I’m going to be a Grandma” publicly. I wrote emails to some of my friends and a few I spoke to on the phone.
So how did it feel to...
From sorting pills, chasing refills, obtaining coverage, and taking prescribed doses on time, managing medications within retail pharmacy settings is a lot of work. For the two-thirds of Canadian seniors taking five or more different prescriptions, accessing and managing medications can be...
Did you know that your diet dramatically impacts your gut health? The digestive system is very complex, and many factors can influence the way that a person feels. These factors range from consuming antibiotics to eating a lot of...
Cholesterol is a type of fat that is found in your blood. Your liver makes the it for your whole body. You can also get it from certain types of foods such as milk, eggs, butter, cheese, meat and...
My Chakras are loose from all the earth movement in Los Angeles.
Recently I was told that my chakras are loose and need realigning. I was not even surprised. After all, where I lived before, in Michigan, the only shaking...
