Lower Your Blood Pressure, Protect Your Health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is one of the leading risk factors for heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and other chronic health conditions. Yet many people don’t know they have it. Often called the “silent killer,” hypertension can develop without symptoms — making it critical to stay informed, stay proactive, and take steps to protect your health.
Is it normal aging or mild cognitive impairment?
Understanding the difference between normal aging and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is crucial for recognizing when cognitive changes may require attention. Learn more and watch a webinar recording where Drs. Anthony Levinson and Richard Sztramko provide valuable insights into these distinctions, the risk factors, and strategies for managing cognitive health.
Spring into wellness: How the season of renewal can boost your health
As the days grow longer and the temperatures begin to rise, many of us feel an urge to shake off winter and get moving again. Spring isn’t just about cleaning out closets or planting gardens—it’s also a perfect time to refresh your health routines, especially as we age.
3 strategies to gear up to get blood pressure down
Research highlights strategies that can play a role in lowering high blood pressure.
Helping the helpers: Easing the burden on caregivers
Across Canada, nearly one in four adults provides informal care to a loved one with a chronic condition or disability. Whether it’s helping a parent with appointments, managing medications for a spouse, or checking in on a neighbour, caregiving is often described as a labour of love. But too often, it comes at a personal cost.
Intergenerational mentorship programs: Passing down knowledge and building connections
Your life experience can shape the future! Intergenerational mentorship programs offer older adults a powerful way to share their wisdom, forge meaningful connections, and leave a lasting legacy while enriching their own lives.