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What is diabetes?
Diabetes, also known as diabetes mellitus, is a long-term condition marked by high blood glucose (sugar) levels. There are two main types: type 1 and
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Organizing Care for your Loved One
Our 5 part blog series helps you navigate the first weeks of care.

An overview of celiac disease
This is the fourth blog in a new series discussing pathologies that can be found

An overview of breast cancer
This is the third blog in a new series discussing pathologies that can be found

An overview of osteosarcoma
This is the second blog in a new series discussing pathologies that can be found

An overview of drug-induced gingival enlargement
This is the first blog in a new series discussing pathologies that can be found

How to make your home safe and accessible for seniors
According to a study done by the Federal Housing Administration, just under 90% of people

Smartphone tips for seniors
For most of us, using a smartphone is second nature. Over 87% of Canadians currently

The science behind touch
This is the fifth and final blog in a new series discussing the 5 senses.

The science behind smell
This is the fourth blog in a new series discussing the 5 senses. This blog

The science behind vision
This is the third blog in a new series discussing the 5 senses. This blog

The science behind taste
This is the second blog in a new series discussing the 5 senses. This blog

The science behind hearing
This is the first blog in a new series discussing the 5 senses. This blog

The science of sleep
Sleep is a state of unconsciousness when you’re not aware of yourself or the world