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What Causes Insomnia in the Elderly? How to Treat Them?

By Amanda Cheong, M.D. on July 22, 2021

There’s nothing like laying your head down, and drifting into a restful and restorative sleep at the end of a long day. You deserve that. You close your eyes and look forward to feeling refreshed the next time you open them in the morning. But sleep does not come this easy in elderly individuals. […]

Exploring Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training

By Zaakir Shakoor, MSc on July 22, 2021

What is BFR? Blood flow restriction, also known as occlusion training, is a distinctive training method that looks dangerous but has thousands of research articles supporting its safety and use in the practical setting (1). It allows you to train at low intensity (weight) with high reps and still achieve similar strength training benefits to […]

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): What is it? Are you at risk?

By Maki Palad, M.D. on July 22, 2021

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that COPD affects almost 16 million Americans, and it ranks fourth on the causes of mortality or deaths in 2018 [1,2]. The statistics could be higher as more than 50% of individuals with weak respiratory function did not know they had COPD [3]. So what is […]

Disabled-friendly Country and Travelling Ideas

By Marina Peric, M.D. on July 22, 2021

Now that the borders are finally slowly reopening after over a year of the Covid19 pandemic, many are thinking about hitting the road and charging their batteries up in an exciting travel destination. But if you, a friend, or a family member of yours have some sort of disability, then you know how difficult finding […]

Neck Pain: The Posture-Headache Double Whammy

By Iris Tabangcora, M.D. on July 19, 2021

There is not a more unifying factor among people than a bad case of headache. People’s description of their headache (e.g. sharp, boring, etc.) are as variable as their presumed causes (e.g. bad posture, caffeine withdrawal, etc.) Because of its complicated nature, the International Headache Society classifies headache into primary headaches (i.e. headache and its […]

Why Do Elderly People Sleep So Much?

By Amanda Cheong, M.D. on July 12, 2021

Grandpa sits on a chair, head bowed. He has already fallen asleep, lulled by the comedic banter coming from the television. It’s only ten in the morning and he’ll take another nap after lunchtime. He would also excuse himself from the dinner table before the clock hits 8 pm, shuffling back to his room and […]

All Eyes on Guts: Could Gut Bacteria Be a Target for Treating Psychiatric Conditions?

By Marina Peric, M.D. on July 7, 2021

Ever since a 2004 study by Sudo and associates has shown that gut microorganisms affect the stress response in mice, the interest has been growing in uncovering the relationship between the gut with its microorganisms and the brain. The research in this field has accelerated over the past few years, partly due to the low […]

What a Pain in the Neck! -- Explaining Text Neck Syndrome

By Amanda Cheong, M.D. on July 3, 2021

No one likes going to the hospital. Yet, a 16-year-old girl found herself being admitted into a pediatric unit for a set of puzzling symptoms. Her head would often hurt, with dizziness as a twin that followed close behind. She had a sudden onset of pain in her neck. Imagine something dull and twisted […]

5 Evidence-Based Elderly Skin Care Tips for that Youthful Look

By Maki Palad, M.D. on June 29, 2021

Aging skin is a common concern for most individuals. When you reach the age of 60, you will experience wrinkles, sagging of the skin, and dryness, which are just some of the visible signs of aging. These are results of the several changes that your body goes through as you age, and it is related […]

Living the High Life - Benefits and Drawbacks of Living at High Altitude Places

By Amanda Cheong, M.D. on June 25, 2021

Does where you live influence how long you live? The answer might sound obvious to most people. If you live in a place where sweetened drinks are cheap, you’re going to encounter higher rates of obesity [1]. Living in food deserts increases the chance of getting heart disease [2]. Living in a place that […]

Why Seniors May Benefit From Morning Walks

By Maki Palad, M.D. on June 24, 2021

Introduction We all know that sunlight is an essential part of our life. In fact, sunlight and metabolism go hand in hand. We are often too scared to go out in the sun because we are told of its risk for cancer, sunburn, etc. Just as much as our plants enjoy the sun, we also […]

What are the Most Common causes of Hip Pain in Older Adults

By Amanda Cheong, M.D. on June 20, 2021

It can start with a joke, a groan as you’re rising from the chair. “I’m getting old!” The joints are creaky door hinges that need to be oiled. Then, there’s the grating feel in what used to be a smooth walk. All of these things can slowly culminate into a dull and constant ache right […]

Unintentional Weight Loss — A Symptom of Malnutrition in the Elderly

By Maki Palad, M.D. on June 16, 2021

Aging is an unavoidable process that puts the elderly individual at risk for disease and nutritional deficiency. Malnutrition, according to the World Health Organization, encompasses the imbalances in a person’s intake of energy and nutrition and includes three broad groups: undernutrition, micronutrient-related malnutrition, and overweight or obesity; however, malnutrition is often used interchangeably with undernutrition […]

Nutritious Meal Recipe Ideas for the Elderly

By Zaakir Shakoor, MSc on June 12, 2021

Introduction The importance of good nutritional intake for the elderly provides adequate micronutrients and antioxidants (vitamins and minerals) to reduce inflammation, boost the immune system, maintain healthy muscle mass, hormone balance, and provide energy for everyday activities (1). I have highlighted some of my original example recipe ideas that older adults may want to incorporate […]

What Not to Say to Someone with Alzheimer’s

By Amanda Cheong, M.D. on June 9, 2021

In the trailer for the movie “The Father”, there is a scene where Anthony Hopkin’s character shouts “I’m not leaving my flat!” A grimace forms on his face. His voice is heavy, frustrated, and stern. He repeats the line, each word enunciated clearly, “I am not leaving my flat!” But the gut punch comes […]

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