Discover the Mini-Home
It offers an attractive option for many who are downsizing. By Lola Augustine Brown When it comes to downsizing, many…
Diet May Delay Parkinson’s Onset
The same type of Mediterranean style eating plans that reduce the risk for heart disease and dementia may also bolster brain health—by delaying the onset of Parkinson’s disease (PD) for several years in people destined to develop the movement disorder.…
The Cost of a Care Home
I’m 66 and my husband is 61; we live in Saskatchewan and have been retired for five years. A few…
Fighting Ageism
Negative stereotypes about older people— whether you believe them or they come from others—can cause real harm. By Wendy Haaf…
Dietitian or Nutritionist?
In some parts of Canada, anyone can use the title “nutritionist” By Wendy Haaf If you don’t know the difference…
Sunscreen Warning!
Several popular sunscreens have been flagged as containing a cancer-causing chemical By Caitlin Finlay Sunscreen is key to…
The Problem of Too Many Prescriptions
The more drugs seniors are prescribed, the greater the risk they’ll end up in hospital By Lola Augustine Brown When…
Amber Marshall: Horse Girl
“Animals judge you by what’s on the inside, what’s in your heart,” the star of TV’s Heartland says By Peter…
Is Your Ceiling Fan Turning the Right Way?
If it’s turning the wrong way, it can’t do its job properly By Caitlin Finlay One simple springtime chore you…
Doctors Need to Ensure They’re Understood
Too few doctors think to take potential hearing loss into account By Lola Augustine Brown Disabling hearing loss affects a…
