Last year about 245,000 Canadians died. As the number of seniors doubles over the next 20 years, and the prevalence of chronic disease increases, the number of deaths is expected to double by 2056. But even though most Canadians say … Continue reading →

The other day I was in a coffee shop where a (very ordinary looking) woman ensconced at a corner table was offering psychic readings. When walking by to get more milk, I said that I didn’t really believe in this … Continue reading →

I always love a good survey and of course, I find those that are health related even more fascinating. I just took a look at the 2011 Sun Life Canadian Health Index (survey), which examines the attitudes, perceptions and behaviours … Continue reading →

As many of us know from personal experience, depression in seniors is fairly common, affecting about 15% of Canadians over 65. The rate of depression is even higher for seniors in hospital or nursing homes (about a third). It is … Continue reading →