Canadian seniors urged to get COVID-19 vaccine
Infectious disease specialists are urging Canadian seniors to get their updated COVID-19 vaccines as fall approaches. These updated mRNA shots from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, newly approved by Health Canada, specifically target the emerging LP.8.1 variant—a descendant of Omicron closely monitored by the WHO CP24. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, speaking with CTV News, emphasizes that COVID-19 “can […]
Canadian seniors losing valuable health program
For over two years, the Age Well at Home pilot provided vital, free support services—like light housekeeping, transportation, and information/referral—to around 170 low-income seniors in Vernon through NexusBC Campbell River Mirror. Many relied heavily on volunteer drivers for grocery trips or medical appointments; others depended on housekeeping for maintaining cleanliness amid strict living budgets. With […]
New tool for Canadian seniors for medication
McGill University researchers have developed and are licensing a digital tool to help safely reduce patients’ use of medications that may be unnecessary or even harmful to them. When clinicians review a patient’s file, MedSafer flags potentially inappropriate medications. In a new clinical trial, the software helped deprescribe such medications in 36 per cent of long-term care residents, […]
More beds needed to service B.C. seniors
British Columbia is facing a looming crisis in long‑term care (LTC) capacity unless urgent action is taken — according to a report by B.C.’s Seniors Advocate, Dan Levitt, tabled in the legislature on July 29, 2025 Reddit+6Coast Reporter+6Bowen Island Undercurrent+6. Currently, the province operates around 29,595 publicly subsidized long‑term care beds, which is already more than […]
Canadian seniors get discounts on cannabis
Aurora Cannabis Inc., the Canadian-based leading global medical cannabis company, has recently expanded eligibility of their medical compassionate pricing program in Canada. As part of the company’s ongoing commitment to making medical cannabis more accessible to patients, the yearly income eligibility of the program has increased from $40,000 to $60,000 CAD for Aurora patients through AuroraMedical.com. “As over half of the […]
Canadian seniors reminded about cancer screening
The Colorectal Cancer Resource & Action Network (CCRAN) is calling on Canadians to take charge of their health and rally behind friends and family participating in the upcoming 2025 BUMRUN events. Colorectal cancer continues to impact thousands of lives each year, but early screening can make all the difference, and we can fuel change through […]
More seniors added to Canada dental plan
Investing in Canadians’ health is key to building a stronger Canada. In its first year, the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) has significantly improved access to affordable dental care. More than 3.4 million Canadians were approved to be part of the plan, while 1.7 million have already received care. The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Health, […]
Canadian seniors warned about glucose checks
Some people who use continuous glucose monitors have reported not receiving or hearing safety alerts from their smart devices, such as their smartphone or their smartwatch, according to a warning from Health Canada. If you miss a safety alert, you may fail to treat your low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) or high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), which […]
Deal reached to monitor Canadian seniors’ health
Magicare has integrated its advanced sleep monitoring system with PointClickCare, a platform used by over 2,600 nursing homes across North America. This integration offers real-time monitoring of vital signs, in-bed and out-of-bed status, and automated alerts to nursing teams, improving senior care by enabling quicker emergency responses and reducing caregiver strain. Magicare is expanding across Canada to meet the growing […]
Study details Canadian stigma about menopause
Astellas Pharma Canada Inc. has shared new findings from the Menopause Experience & Attitudes Study (MEAS), an international study examining societal attitudes, personal experiences, and the stigma surrounding menopause and perimenopause across multiple countries including Canada. Developed by Astellas in partnership with external experts, MEAS asked 13,800 respondents, including 2,300 Canadians, about their perceptions of menopause and its […]
