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As we age, it becomes more difficult to achieve a good quality sleep. Sleep patterns change over the course of our lives, but it is a myth that we require less sleep as we get older. Many seniors encounter trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, and achieving enough REM sleep, plus they report not feeling well-rested […]

An advocate is someone who can speak for another, commonly used in the legal arena when someone speaks in court. A health advocate similarly assists with navigating the modern healthcare system to ensure anyone ill or unable to speak for him/herself has a voice that they can trust. Often this burden falls on a family […]

Physiotherapists work with Clients who have been injured or had surgery to aid with proper recovery. Often, they can help avoid the need for surgery in the first place. Physiotherapists also assist with those suffering from chronic pain, illness, or disease to improve comfort, strength, and balance. These professionals often work collaboratively with Registered Practical […]

You may have heard of Lupus, Celiac Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Type 1 Diabetes. They all fall under the larger umbrella of Autoimmune Disease (AD). When functioning properly, the immune system protects us from infections and illness. An autoimmune disease is a condition where a person’s immune system is attacking their healthy tissue instead of […]

Massage therapy can be both a direct and a complementary treatment for physical conditions as well as for general stress relief and relaxation. Research over the years has shown that the benefits of massage go beyond simple enjoyment or that luxurious feeling you get during a day at the spa. Massage therapy sessions provided by […]