August 15, 2023
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Meditation and the Overall Health of Seniors
Even though you have likely heard how great it can be for your overall health, most of us still do not include meditation in our daily routines. However, especially as we age, taking the time to clear our minds and allow ourselves to release stress can generate many positive health effects. Conveniently, meditation is a […]
Respiratory Issues With Seniors – When Is It More Than Just Old Age?
Even the young can sometimes find themselves huffing and short of breath after they’ve climbed a flight of stairs. But when does it stop being old age, and start being signs of something more dire? While being a little out of breath can be nothing serious, aging can sometimes make your loved one more at […]
Strokes: Signs, Rehabilitation, and Risk Reduction
What is a Stroke? When talking about strokes, many refer to what’s known as an ischemic stroke. Accounting for nearly 80% of all strokes, an ischemic stroke occurs when a blood vessel (leading to the brain) becomes blocked, cutting off blood flow to certain parts of the brain. An interruption of blood flow means that […]
Age-Friendly Community
The County of Simcoe has released an update on the Age-Friendly 2016 Community Needs Assessment. Follow the link below to read and/or download a copy: DOWNLOAD HERE
Seniors and Kidney Health
What Do the Kidneys Do? Physical well-being is contingent upon the health of all of our organs, and while the areas of focus for seniors may often be the heart and brain, the kidneys are just as important and should demand the same level of care and attention. Located to the left and right of […]
Colorectal Cancer: Screening and Risk Reduction for Seniors
Understanding Colorectal Cancer Colorectal cancer – also referred to as colon cancer or rectal cancer – is considered the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths, for both men and women. The percentage of deaths from colorectal cancer tends to be highest for those within the 75-84 age range. Colorectal cancer typically begins with the formation of […]
Senior Nutrition: Foods that Can Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease
Heart Health as We Age As we age, the risk of heart disease can increase due to a condition known as atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis occurs when the arteries begin to narrow from plaque buildup in the arterial walls, disrupting blood flow throughout the body. If blood flow stops altogether, from a blood clot, the outcome could […]
What Routine Eye Exams Can Reveal About Your Health
Regular eye exams are even more important as you reach your senior years. After turning 60, several eye diseases may develop that can permanently affect your vision. A comprehensive dilated eye exam by an optometrist or ophthalmologist (eye doctor) is necessary to find eye diseases early when treatment to prevent vision loss proves most effective. There are warning signs […]
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