High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major health problem that is common in older adults.
Cleveland Clinic infographic showing the symptoms of diabetes.
More than 25% of Canadians aged 65 and older have diabetes. Older adults with diabetes face significant risks for both acute and chronic complications related to the disease.
Are you at risk of having pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes? The Canadian Public Health Agency has designed a short online diabetes risk questionnaire to help you find out.
As Canadians age, more of them are affected by heart disease. Approximately two-thirds of Canadians live with Ischemic Heart Disease, and over 80% of those with heart failure are aged 65 and older.
Public Health Agency of Canada Infographic, using Canadian Chronic Disease Surveillance System data as of February 2021 (data up to 2017–2018)
Canadian Government statistics on the occurence of different types of diabetes, complications and prevention.
Nice has compiled an online library of resources and information tools on Aging in Canada. Topics: caregiving, mental health, finance, legal, elder abuse, physical health & addiction.
How to accurately measure your blood pressure at home.
Adults who are not properly hydrated may age more quickly and face a higher risk of chronic diseases, such as lung disease, heart failure, diabetes, and stroke.
A single session of moderate to vigorous physical activity offers immediate health benefits and helps prevent chronic diseases when done regularly.
A study funded by the NIH revealed that adults who were hospitalized for a severe infection were more than twice as likely to develop heart failure in the years that followed.
Blood Pressure Statistics in Canada by Age Group.
High cholesterol can lead to plaque buildup in the arteries' walls, causing them to narrow and harden. This condition can restrict blood flow to the heart and brain, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Mayo Clinic experts say there is a new tool to help in the battle against obesity, a prescription medication that can curb your appetite.
VIDEO: This 30-minute cardio walking workout will strengthen your heart and cardiovascular system while building strength in your body overall. ALERT: consult your doctor prior to engaging in any exercise program.
Hospice palliative care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual resources for people who have illnesses that do not go away and often get worse over time and for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as cancer or heart failure.
Through years spent interviewing women about the kinds of lives they want as they age, author Vicki Larson heard a common refrain: They really prefer to maintain their freedom and independence, even if it means they may get lonely. To read this article you need to have a Globe and Mail online subscription.
This study aims to better understand the experiences of individuals with life-limiting illnesses and their unpaid caregivers, as well as their access to care and support services.
