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The science behind touch
This is the fifth and final blog in a new series discussing the 5 senses. This blog will focus on touch. Mechanoception is our sense
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Organizing Care for your Loved One
Our 5 part blog series helps you navigate the first weeks of care.
An introduction to the nervous system
This is the first blog in a new series that introduces the major systems in
An overview of inflammation
Inflammation is a response of vascularized tissues (contain vessels) that delivers leukocytes (white blood cells)
How hormone production changes with age
Hormones are chemical products that are transported by the blood or body fluids. They have
An overview of stress
Stress is the psychological and physiological response to an event that one perceives as a
Tips to keep your kidneys healthy
The kidneys are bean-shaped organs that lie on the posterior aspect of the abdominal cavity.
The difference between PSWs, RPNs, and RNs
Today is National Caregiver Day, which is a special day to honour and recognize the
The importance of phosphorus for seniors
Phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral in the body behind calcium. It is found
Tips to help seniors stay hydrated
Your body needs to be hydrated to function properly. Water is critical as it delivers
Important vitamins and minerals for seniors
Vitamins and minerals are especially important nutrients that seniors need to stay healthy. They boost
The signs and symptoms of stroke
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain gets
Tips for seniors to promote brain health
The brain is one of five vital organs in the body. It controls memory, vision,
Tips to help seniors improve their nutrition
Next Wednesday is the beginning of National Nutrition Month, which emphasizes the importance of a
