Health Canada comes down hard on trans fats
Health Canada announces ban on oils used for making artificial trans fats
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'No more hiding the secrets': Ontario's long term care providers
Advocates for the elderly worry that another provincial inquiry – this one into the murder spree by a long-term care nurse – won’t be enough to protect the growing number of frail seniors at risk of...
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ER visits for opioid overdoses skyrocket
Emergency room visits leapt 76 per cent last spring, new statistics for Ontario show. During the period encompassing April, May and June, 1,898 people sought emergency medical attention
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10 Essential health tips for women to improve
With the average lifespan for women in Canada at 83 years, it is more important than ever to take a proactive approach to maintaining overall health. Of course, there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution...
View ArticleKids, teens told to avoid sports drinks
Pediatricians say kids, teens should avoid sports and energy drinks
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Doctors warn against eyeball tattoos
Eyeball tattoos could lead to blindness and severe infections, doctors warn
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10 Essential health tips for women to improve
With the average lifespan for women in Canada at 83 years, it is more important than ever to take a proactive approach to maintaining overall health. Of course, there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution...
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How Halton seniors sharing space keeps them in their homes
Halton is taking an innovative approach to helping their aging population stay in their homes while also avoiding the social isolation that can come with growing old.
View ArticleBrains, social interaction go together: study
Whales show brains, social interaction go together: study
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RECALLS: Smoked trout, motorcycle helmets and dressers recalled this week
Check out our weekly round up of current product recalls. Do any affect you?
View ArticleCaviar recalled due to risk of botulism: CFIA
Caviar recalled due to risk of botulism, Canadian Food Inspection Agency says
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Vegetable products recalled over listeria concern
Various packaged vegetable products recalled over listeria concern
View ArticleMontreal hospital launching allergy clinic
New Montreal clinic aims to desensitize children to food allergies
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How Amica gives seniors more freedom
What is a senior’s greatest fear about retirement living? Losing their sense freedom and independence. If you’re looking for a different experience—where your independence and happiness are the top...
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Why I’m happy I moved to senior living
I wanted to enjoy life “I was living alone in a condo. I knew nobody. I had no activities. I have my son but you can’t expect your children to entertain you. I thought, ‘There’s not much time left, I...
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How enhanced care helps seniors
“Mary” loved the independent living suite she moved into last spring at Amica. With a west-facing unit and a balcony, she fell in love with the beautiful views. Unfortunately, Mary’s health began to...
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Make a smooth move to senior living
Get help with your move to senior living with these planning tools, tips and budget worksheets from Amica.
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How to afford senior living
Bruce liked the dining room and billiards table at an Amica community he visited, and loved the idea of giving up the work of home ownership, but he was a little surprised at the monthly rent — until...
View ArticleOntario creating 1,200 new hospital beds
Ontario creating 1,200 new hospital beds across province to ease overcrowding
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Teen e-cigarette use linked to smoking: study
E-cigarette use by teens linked to later tobacco smoking: study
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