Managing Your Meds
I learned something surprising, if not shocking, while writing a recent story on prescription medications. According to one of the experts I interviewed, the number… Read More »Managing Your Meds
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Oral Care After Age 55
The good news? More Canadian adults than ever still have their own teeth at age 65 and beyond. The not-as-good news? That can present some… Read More »Oral Care After Age 55
Fighting for Eldercare Reform
Dr. Samir Sinha (whose titles include director of Health Policy Research at the National Institute on Aging) had been trying to bring attention to the… Read More »Fighting for Eldercare Reform
Meditation in Motion
If you shudder at the prospect of sitting and meditating in silence, you may want to try Tai Chi. A series of fluid, dance-like movements… Read More »Meditation in Motion
Helping a Friend Through a Hard Time
A close friend receives a devastating diagnosis, abruptly loses a spouse to a stroke, or is suddenly enlisted as a caregiver for a family member… Read More »Helping a Friend Through a Hard Time
Cancer Stages and Grades
Confused about cancer grades and stages? Since nearly one in two Canadians will be diagnosed with some form of the disease in their lifetime, no… Read More »Cancer Stages and Grades
Finding a Home in Elora, Ont.
Renowned for its spectacular 80 foot limestone cliffs, first class hiking trails, and picturesque stone mill (now a hotel, restaurant and spa), Elora, Ont., has… Read More »Finding a Home in Elora, Ont.