Health Insight
CAMPAIGN: Empowering Aging Canadians (2022)
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Q&A with TV Personality Howie Mandel on Empowering Aging Canadians
When were you first diagnosed with OCD and ADHD? The first time I was diagnosed, I was in my mid-forties. It was based on an ultimatum that my wife gave me to seek professional help. So, I went to therapy and got diagnosed. What has your experience been like dealing with anxiety, ADHD, and OCD?...
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From Biologics to Biosimilars: The Art of Equivalence
Drugs derived from complex biological sources, known as biologics, have been in use for over a century, but with recent advances in genetic technology, the field has exploded. As patents on some biologics expire, pharmaceutical companies are bringing their own, less costly versions of these treatments, known as biosimilars, to market. Different but equivalent Biosimilars,...
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AgeTech Allows Older Adults to Remain Independent, Active, and Connected
AGE-WELL is driving the growth of Canada’s AgeTech sector to accelerate the delivery of technologies that benefit older adults and caregivers.
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Education at the Forefront of Building a Successful Financial Future
The CFEE has developed several programs designed to assist older Canadians in making better money management decisions.
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Supporting Seniors in Getting and Staying Active
Being physically active helps us to stay independent and mobile. It boosts immune function and reduces the risk of chronic illness.
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How You Can Reduce the Risk of Falls as an Older Adult
You might think falling is an inevitable by-product of getting older. It doesn’t need to be – and we also need to understand the great risks when an older adult suffers injury when they fall.
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Considering Retirement Living? Now Is the Perfect Time
Chartwell retirement residences offer older adults increased independence and peace of mind with convenient support and social connections.
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Got Joint Pain? Take Action Now
Many people who experience joint pain as they get older think it’s a normal part of aging. It’s not, so don’t dismiss it. Joint pain can worsen when left untreated and lead to mobility issues. If you’re experiencing joint pain, it’s time to take control and take action. The Arthritis Society can help you do just that.
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Spectrum Health Care: Supporting Seniors at all Stages of Life
Spectrum Health Care and Seniors for Seniors provide trusted home care and companionship services to support the well-being of elderly Canadians.
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Early Detection and New Treatments in Lung Cancer Offer Hope
Lung cancer has had a significant impact on Canadians, but patients now have more reasons for optimism with new treatments and screening programs.