Canada develops safe long-term care act
Every person in Canada deserves to age with dignity, safety, and comfort, regardless of where they live. While many Canadians want to age in their own home, they also expect and deserve that high quality long-term care options are available. That is why the Government of Canada is developing a Safe Long-Term Care Act. Today, Health Canada released the Safe […]
Partnership means new access to health care in Canada
Uber has announced a three-year partnership with Hope Air, Canada’s only national charity dedicated to providing travel support programs for Canadians in financial need who must access healthcare far from home. As the official rideshare and delivery app for Hope Air, Uber will help alleviate the stress and financial hardship of accessing far-away medical care. Since 2022, Hope […]
Are you putting off getting the shingles vaccine?
As people age, their risk for certain health conditions increases, and one of these conditions is shingles. Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a painful rash caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. For seniors, the risk of developing shingles is particularly high, and the potential complications […]
The best ways to manage arthritis pain
Arthritis pain is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, particularly seniors. It can significantly impact one’s quality of life, making daily activities difficult and uncomfortable. However, with the right approach, arthritis pain can be managed effectively. Here are some strategies to help deal with arthritis pain. 1. Medication Management One of the […]
Canadian seniors recommended to get this flu vaccine
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization’s (NACI) annual Statement on Seasonal Influenza Vaccines for 2024-2025 continues to recommend Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent among the preferential influenza vaccines, over standard dose influenza vaccines, to protect adults 65 years of age and older against influenza. According to NACI, Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent has the most substantial body of supporting evidence among […]
9 ways for Canadian seniors to stay healthy
Staying active and engaged is crucial for seniors, contributing to their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. There are numerous fun activities that can enhance the quality of life for older adults, fostering social connections, stimulating the mind, and promoting physical health. 1. Social Activities: One of the most enjoyable and beneficial activities for seniors is […]
More Canadian seniors get access to dental care
Since its launch, more than 2.1 million seniors have been approved to receive coverage under the Plan and since May 1, more than 250,000 have already received care for services like cleaning, fillings, dentures from close to 12,000 providers. With applications now open for two new groups of Canadians, another 1.2 million people will have access […]
Feeling lonely as a senior in Canada?
Almost one in five Canadian seniors (19%) aged 65 and older reported experiencing loneliness in 2019 and 2020. Senior women were more likely to report being lonely than senior men (23% versus 15%), according to a recent study. Canadian seniors who never married (29%) or were widowed (31%), separated or divorced (32%) were over twice as […]
Canadian seniors demand specialized health care
A new Statistics Canada report says half a million seniors had trouble getting special care from doctors. StatCan estimated more than 4.5 million people 65 and older visited medical specialists. They want non-emergency tests or non-emergency surgeries. Canadian seniors demand specialized care More than 15 per cent of seniors reported they could not access those […]
Giving thanks to seniors caregivers in B.C.
The Minister for Seniors, Seamus O’Regan, the Minister of Health, Mark Holland, the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, Ya’ara Saks, and the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, issued the following statement on National Caregiver Day: “We show our appreciation for caregivers and recognize them for making a […]
