Living With Parkinson's Disease
May is Parkinson's Awareness Month A look at how people diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease manage their symptoms and live with it. (Source Photos: Flickr SRR | Photo Montage: 50+ World) Treatment…
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Parkinson's Disease - Symptoms & Treatment
It's Parkinson's Awareness Month, but how much do you know about this neurodegenerative disease of the nerve cells in the brain? According to Parkinson Canada and the National Parkinson Foundation…
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Celebrating Seniors - Glen Campbell Turns 80 2of2
Glen Campbell: Rhinestone Cowboy, Tarnished and Redeemed Celebrating the life and songs of new octogenarian senior citizen, actor and singer Glen Campbell with vintage musical performances for Honey Come Back,…
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Health Risks for Aging Couch Potatoes
Sedentary behaviour has been linked to several chronic conditions in seniors. Most Canadians spend at least half our waking hours sitting... "Please sit quietly!" Do you remember this request as…
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Age 50+ Common Cancers and Early Detection
April is Cancer Awareness Month! If you're age 50+ or know an older adult or senior, there are some important things to know about common cancers for people age 50+…
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Buzzing or Ringing in the Ears? Tinnitus Help
Tinnitus, which is defined as a phantom auditory sound such as a buzzing, ringing, hissing, or pulsating sound in the ear(s) affects 10-15% of the population in Canada, according to…
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Glaucoma Types, Risk Factors & Prevention
March 6-12 is World Glaucoma Week. Since Glaucoma is the second most common cause of vision loss in seniors, early detection and treatment is critical to prevent blindness or severe…
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Financing Home Modifications for Seniors
Julie Entwistle from Entwistle Power Occupational Therapy shares her professional insights on Financing Home Modifications. The foundation of the profession of Occupational Therapy is creating Person-Environment-Occupation fit. We call this…
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Heart Month: Risk Factors & Symptoms of AFib
The American Heart Association tells us that Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is one type of arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm) that becomes more common with aging. The irregular heartbeats that characterize AFib…
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Accessibility Home Renovations for Under $100
Are you on a tight budget, but need make some modifications at home? The team at Entwistle Power Occupational Therapy reminds us that you may not need a big budget…
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