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Resources
Osteoporosis: What types of exercise should you do?
If you have osteoporosis, different forms of exercise are needed to increase muscle strength, improve balance and posture, or maintain bone mass. According to Osteoporosis Canada, your exercise routine should include exercises in each of the following areas.
The Movember movement for men's health
This Movember we want to encourage you to take control of your health and look after yourself. Start here with these simple tips from the Movember Foundation.
Medication Management: 5 tips for safe medication-taking habits
This week we’re celebrating National Senior’s Safety Week! The focus this year is helping seniors safely manage their medications.
The flu and you!
This time of year brings on runny noses, scratchy throats, coughs and body aches of the seasonal flu. Recognizing the symptoms early on and knowing what to do if you get sick will help you get back on your feet much quicker.
What’s it like to experience sensory overload?
In honour of Autism Awareness Month, we are sharing this video from the UKs National Autistic Society which demonstrates experiences that individuals living with Autism face on a day to day.
5 tips for taking care of your body & your mind
You have probably heard about different ways to take care of your body but what about how to take care of your mind?
Take action for your breast health
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Canada. The campaign aims to raise awareness on the symptoms and treatment of breast cancer and encourage women to take action for their health.
Maintaining the connection with those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
If you’re a caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, check out this helpful video to learn how you can maintain a connection with those you care for.
Important questions to ask when diagnosed with leukemia or lymphoma
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society highlights some important questions that you might not think to ask your health care provider upon receiving a diagnosis for blood cancer.
8 myths about arthritis
There are many common misconceptions about arthritis and the affect it has on our bodies. Check out these eight common myths.