April 6, 2020
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Types Of Heart Attacks: The Basics For Toronto Seniors
This article contains important heart health information for Toronto's seniors, including types of heart attacks and warning signs for Toronto elders and senior caregivers. According to Health Canada, Heart Disease is the number one killer in Canada.
Cancer Screenings for Toronto’s Seniors: What Are The Guidelines?
The importance of cancer screenings for Toronto's seniors: Seniors over age 65 account for 60% of newly diagnosed cancers. Also, 70% of cancer-related deaths occur among the senior population.
Over Medication Of The Elderly: Causes and Preventative Tips For Toronto Seniors
Over-medication and taking multiple medications (technically called polypharmacy), are common and increasing to epidemic proportions among the senior population. 30 – 40% of people age 65 and over take 5 or more medications on a regular basis. Of that group, about 10 percent of them take 10 or more drugs.
Winter Safety Tips For Seniors: Preventing Falls In Toronto’s Elderly
Winter is upon us. It is snowing. It is icy. The days are short and the temperatures are freezing. Conditions are dangerous, especially for seniors and the elderly. Good thing there are plenty of tips on preventing falls in during these cold winter months.
Senior Bladder Incontinence: What Toronto Caregivers Need To Know
At least one in eight Canadians aged 65 and older suffered from urinary incontinence according to a Stats Can report. Here is what Canada's seniors and senior caregivers need to know about bladder incontinence.
Gifts for Senior Citizens: Ideas from Comfort Keepers of Toronto®
Shopping for seniors who often have everything—or who are working on downsizing— can particularly difficult. Don't worry. There are plenty of holiday gifts that take up little or no space, yet are big on uplifting a senior’s spirits.
Senior Winter Safety Tips: Recommendations For Toronto Seniors
Winter safety for Toronto's seniors: winter—for many, a season of cold winds, ice, snow and isolation—is an especially important time for family, friends, neighbors and caregivers to keep a caring eye on seniors to make sure they are safe, doing well and have what they need.
Alzheimer’s: Having The Conversation With Your Senior Loved One
It is important for Toronto families to talk to their senior loved ones about the signs of Alzheimer's. As of 2016, there are an estimated 564,000 Canadians living with dementia - plus about 25,000 new cases diagnosed every year.
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