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Planning Ahead for a Crisis- Is Now the Time?

What does it mean to think about and talk about your end-of-life wishes? Another term we use for that is advance care planning. And there are a lot of...
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How to Optimize your Aging Immune System

Dr. Didyk is a medical doctor and Geriatrician. In this video, you'll hear tips about how to optimize the function of your aging immune system. The...
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Should you take your mom out of her senior's home - a decision aid

A Geriatrician presents a decision aid that has been developed and published by researchers at the University of Ottawa, to help in deciding if your p...
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Is it time to take your mom out of her senior's home?

A Geriatrician reviews the pros and cons of taking a family member out of a senior's home, like an assisted living facility, during an infection pande...
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Talking to an Expert about the Coronavirus

We talk to an expert in infectious diseases about Coronavirus, a new virus that originated in China and has spread to Canada. Social distancing and g...
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Coronavirus - The Basics for Older Adults

Coronavirus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, and causes mild symptoms in about 80% of cases, but appears to be more likely to cause seriou...
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The COVID Vaccine - Is It Right for Frail Older Adults?

Feb 10th, 2021

A Geriatrician reviews the data about COVID vaccine efficacy and safety in older adults.

What's the best way to eat to prevent DEMENTIA?

Jan 4th, 2021

The diet that I recommend most often for brain health is called the MIND diet. It's a combination of a Mediterranean style diet and the DASH diet which is a low salt diet. It’s easy to follow for most people and doesn't involve any fancy foods or supplements.

Urinary Incontinence - Interview with Dr. Adrian Wagg

Aug 31st, 2020

Dr. Didyk interviews Dr. Adrian Wagg, Geriatrician and Professor of continence studies.

Coronavirus - The Basics for Older Adults

Mar 22nd, 2020

Coronavirus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, and causes mild symptoms in about 80% of cases, but appears to be more likely to cause serious illness or death in older adults. Avoiding contact with others and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are important strategies to get through the pandemic safely.