The cause and effects of arthritis

The cause and effects of arthritis

September is Arthritis Awareness Month so this blog gives you just a little information about this disease which affects more than 6 million Canadians. John Hopkins Hospital defines arthritis and other rheumatic diseases as common conditions that cause pain, swelling,...
Seniors and emergencies

Seniors and emergencies

(This blog is based on a very useful article produced by the Ontario government’s emergency management group.) An emergency situation or an evacuation can be a frightening and confusing time. It is important that seniors are educated about: potential for emergencies...
Sepsis and septic shock

Sepsis and septic shock

The Mayo Clinic  and the Cleveland Clinic define sepsis as a serious condition which happens when your immune system has a dangerous reaction to an infection. This causes extensive inflammation and the organs affected work poorly or fail. Any type of infection can...