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Today is Extendicare’s first-ever National Falls Prevention Day! – November 29
Posted: 2019-11-29Happy Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day!
Posted: 2019-11-21We're celebrating Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day - November 21!
I know a war hero, and he was called Dad.
Posted: 2019-11-11Written by Joan Cody, Extendicare Athabasca Administrator
I am WoundWise.
Posted: 2019-11-04By Barbara Payne, RPN
Extendicare Port Stanley
My Wishes: A simple, innovative Resident survey tool for end-of-life wishes
Posted: 2019-10-10June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Posted: 2019-06-14June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and Extendicare's National Policy Consultant tells us why we don't have an abuse prevention policy - but a zero tolerance policy.
January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Posted: 2019-01-01As Canada’s aging population continues to increase, so does the number of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. We are reminded that ageing is the biggest factor for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. This cannot be changed. However, there are lots of things you can do to reduce your risk.
It is never too late to develop good healthy habits. You will find it easier to adopt a healthier lifestyle if you can build it into your daily routine. Find support from your family and friends, better yet encourage them to join you.
What is the difference between a cold and flu?
Posted: 2018-10-24Flu and the common cold are both respiratory illnesses but they are caused by different viruses. Because these two types of illnesses have similar symptoms, it can be difficult to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone.
It is National Infection Control Week.
Posted: 2018-10-16Let’s all do our part to prevent the spread of flu. Get your flu shot at a local public health clinic, pharmacy or from your health care practitioner.
Fighting the Flu this Season
Posted: 2017-12-19There are many ways you can boost your immune system for flu season.