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26 September 2016
Love your heart
September 29th is World Heart Day. It’s the perfect time to consider your risk factors and the key prevention steps you can take to maintain a healthy heart.Full story -
9 September 2016
Are you lonely?
Find out what the research says about the health risks of loneliness and social isolation among older adults.Full story -
3 September 2016
Arthritis: a pain in the…
September is Arthritis Awareness Month in Canada. Arthritis is a debilitating chronic condition that has many implications for Canada’s aging population, including mobility limitations and increased risk of falls. We’ve compiled a list of our top evidence-based resources on this topic.Full story -
26 August 2016
Falls prevention
A recent study explores the link between medications and the risk of falls in older adults. Falls can have significant consequences for the healthy aging process and it’s important to evaluate your risk factors. We’ve compiled the evidence related to this topic.Full story -
19 August 2016
There's no place like home...
HITTING THE HEADLINES: Home and community care services can help older adults live as independently as possible, and evidence shows many benefits to these services. We’ve compiled a list of popular resources that provide research-based health insights on the comforts of home.Full story -
12 August 2016
Exercise, optimal aging and the Olympic Games
HITTING THE HEADLINES: Inspired by the Olympic Games, we’ve compiled the best available research evidence confirming the many benefits of exercise for older adults.Full story -
5 August 2016
Who is caring for the caregivers?
HITTING THE HEADLINES: Caregiving is an important part of aging that many Canadians can relate to; and one of the most talked about seniors-related topics in the media. We’ve compiled the best available evidence related to caregiving.Full story -
29 July 2016
Medically Assisted Dying & End of Life Planning
The topic of medically assisted dying has been dominating the headlines since the prohibition on voluntary euthanasia was overturned in February 2015. Learn more about the evidence related to this topic.Full story
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