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 […]
1 million seniors can now access services under the Canadian Dental Care Plan
The first one million seniors who successfully applied to the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and have a May coverage start date in their welcome package, can now receive the dental care they need. Also as of now, potentially eligible people aged 65 and above can now apply to the CDCP online, a new user-friendly tool designed […]
Protecting yourself from scams in Canada
It’s a tired punchline: older people fall victim to scammers because they’re less tech savvy and more susceptible to being tricked. A new survey from Ipsos and HomeEquity Bank, provider of the CHIP Reverse Mortgage, further disproves that outdated notion. In fact, Boomers are no more likely to have been victimized by online fraud or scams than any […]
