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Did you know that women are most likely to get Alzheimer’s Disease? There are an estimated 747,000 Canadians living with Alzheimer’s. Of these, about 70 percent are women.

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You’ve heard the common phrase ‘use it or lose it’? This holds true for brain function! Your brain changes as you age.  This fact shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone.  Not only does cognitive activity slow down but your brain actually starts to shrink in size when you enter your sixties.  You may know that as you age, you should make changes to your lifestyle to support your physical health, but did you know that there are things you can do to support your brain health too?  Read More »

Are you looking for information that may help you understand brain tumour types, symptoms and treatment options?  Whether you or a loved one are directly affected by a brain tumour, gathering information will help you understand what type of tumour you are faced with and subsequent treatment options and side effects. It is key to understand what you may need to prepare for, in terms of home health care services or respite care that can offer support and guidance during this difficult time. Read More »

The brain is a fascinating organ! At one point, you were probably labeled as a ‘left’ brain or ‘right’ brain thinker – referring to the two hemispheres of the brain. When learning about the different lobes of the brain – remember they cover both hemispheres, and are responsible for specific functions depending on their location. Many of those functions hold the keys to who you are as a person.

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