Heart disease occurs when the blood vessels that supply blood to the heart become narrowed. A similar mechanism occurs in strokes and vascular dementia, where narrowing of the blood vessels reduces blood flow to the brain causing disease. These diseases are extremely common. Every five minutes, heart disease, stroke and related conditions take a life in Canada. However, … [Read more...] about What’s good for your heart is good for your brain
Regional medical campus brings doctors to Niagara
Since The Niagara Regional Campus (NRC) of the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine was established in 2008, it has improved medical care in Niagara by involving physician trainees in many clinical sites across the region, as well as attracting doctors to work in the region upon graduation. The Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine is a campus of McMaster University, … [Read more...] about Regional medical campus brings doctors to Niagara
Importance of maintaining vision and hearing for good health
As we age, it is common to experience vision and hearing loss. However, older adults should know the difference between changes that are normal and those that are not. Vision changes common with the natural aging of the eye include difficulty seeing objects clearly, even close up; a decline in colour sensitivity, such as being able to distinguish colours such as blue … [Read more...] about Importance of maintaining vision and hearing for good health
Doctor shares wise insights about the end of life
We all should watch this 12-minute video (https://vimeo.com/511268822) about getting over fear of the unknowns about dying, realizing that death is inevitable and that everyone has the right to end their life if it has become unbearable. Dr. Ron Bayne, a former Niagara-on-the-Lake resident and geriatrician, produced the video just before he died on Feb. 26. He was 98 … [Read more...] about Doctor shares wise insights about the end of life
Response to the human tragedy in care home facilities
Staying in your home has proven to be a safer option during COVID-19. Older adults can more easily isolate in their own homes than in a congregate living setting of a care home facility, whether that be a retirement home or long-term care home. Ninety-six per cent of people dying of COVID are 60 years and older. Care homes residents account for 56 per cent (3,858 of … [Read more...] about Response to the human tragedy in care home facilities
