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How To Reduce Hospital Readmissions
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Murray Stenton

How To Reduce Hospital Readmissions 

Having aging loved ones return home from a hospitalization only to be admitted again a few weeks later can be frustrating and emotional for family members and caregivers. Repeated hospital

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Best Posture Exercises for Seniors
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Murray Stenton

Best Posture Exercises for Seniors

Our bodies continue to change as we age, and some of these changes can cause poor posture and back pain.Seniors who experience such changes in their bodies can do simple

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Coping With Memory Loss In Seniors
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Murray Stenton

Coping With Memory Loss In Seniors

One of the defining symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease is memory loss. Forgetting important things, like taking medication on time, and even loved ones, can be physically and mentally challenging for

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Hip Bursitis Exercises For Seniors
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Murray Stenton

Hip Bursitis Exercises For Seniors

What Causes Hip Bursitis? Hip bursitis is a painful condition that is caused by the inflammation of jelly-like sacs located around the hip joint, known as the Bursa sac. These

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Senior Fall Prevention in Winter
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Murray Stenton

Senior Fall Prevention in Winter

The Winter season in Canada is beautiful and breathtaking, but it can also be extremely dangerous, especially for seniors.  Winters in Canada bring with them sub-zero temperatures, limited sunshine, and

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Creating an Alzheimer friendly home
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Murray Stenton

Creating an Alzheimer friendly home

With the right safety measures in place, individuals with Alzheimer’s can continue to live in the comfort of their own homes for as long as possible. . But, what are

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Common Causes of Falls in Seniors
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Murray Stenton

Common Causes of Falls in Seniors

As homo-sapiens, walking on two feet, we have always been susceptible to falls. However, as we get older falling becomes more dangerous as our bodies are no longer as fit

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Benefits Of Pets For Seniors
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Murray Stenton

Benefits Of Pets For Seniors

Did you know that nearly 20% of the Canadian population is over the age of 65? Thanks to Canada’s excellent health care our seniors are living longer healthier lives. As

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