
The Need for More Dementia Care Facilities
It’s no secret that people are living longer these days. With life expectancies in Canada increasing over the past 50 years, many believe this to be a good thing.
It’s no secret that people are living longer these days. With life expectancies in Canada increasing over the past 50 years, many believe this to be a good thing.
Older adults are the fastest growing demographic in Canada. Around 19 per cent of Canadians (or seven million people) are aged 65, and 2.5 million of them will be over
Slated to open in mid-2024, the Calgary Cancer Centre will be a major milestone in cancer treatment and care in Alberta. The state-of-the-art facility, which spans 1.4 million square feet
With fall now upon us, we all know winter is just around the corner. And, while there are many wonderful things about the winter months – skiing, snowmobiling, building snowmen,
Calgary employers are dealing with an insidious and challenging crisis: mental health in the workplace! Throughout North America, mental health concerns and burnout have skyrocketed. Nearly six times as many
Despite the country’s aging population, most Canadians hope to live a long and healthy life. In 2019, it was reported that there were 6.6 million Canadian seniors (65+ years old).
We’re passed those bizarre first few months of the Covid lockdown, but there are still limitations on our lives and livelihoods. What are the effects on our physical health as
Aging, the journey is different for each person. Some seniors are cycling around the reservoir yet craving social interaction while others are struggling to prepare meals and bathe themselves. Helping
Store shelves are lined with sunscreens. Sun-protection literature is ubiquitous. Yet melanoma rates continue to rise in Canada. Evidently, there’s a huge disconnect between knowledge and sun-protection practices compounded by
As a natural consequence of aging, many adults will experience a change in their vision. Attributed to a number of factors, including genetics and lifestyle, these changes can vary from