Posts Tagged With ‘ goals health ’

Remarkability lies in the edges. The biggest, fastest, slowest, richest, easiest, most difficult. Not everyone wants to be remarkable most just want to be ordinary and they do not appreciate your efforts to be remarkable. So what? Most people are ostriches, heads in the sand, unable to help you anyway. Your goal isn’t to please everyone. Your goal is to please those that actually speak up. Here is a list of some of the ways remarkable people get and stay remarkable. Part Two is tomorrow. Live Your Own Life: Embrace your uniqueness and live a life true to yourself, not one dictated by societal... Continue Reading

 Dear Rheumatoid Arthritis Survivor,  Greetings! I want to introduce myself (with apologies to the “Stones)-I am Rheumatoid Arthritis. While I may have found my way into your life, I want you to know that there’s a brighter side to this journey. Let’s focus on the positivity within this challenging situation. I’m like a hidden warrior within you, often not leaving a trace in your blood work. Others may not see or hear me, but it’s your body that senses my presence. Together, we can work on managing and living well despite my presence. I might bring discomfort in various ways, but... Continue Reading

As you may know, I have been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Soon after I received this news, I received an email from a friend that is below. In the next post, you will see that I rewrote the post to reflect a more positive outlook.  Hi.  My name is Rheumatoid Arthritis. I’m an invisible autoimmune disease that attacks your body inside and out, making you want to scream sometimes and cry. I am now with you for life. I’m so sneaky—I don’t always show up in your blood work. Others around you can’t see me or hear me, but YOUR body feels me.  I can attack you anywhere and anyway... Continue Reading

 This is very important information about Cardiac arrest symptoms. The article is posted here The main points are below: Of the more than 356,000 cardiac arrests in the United States each year, 90% are fatal. While there are some known signs of sudden cardiac arrest, it usually occurs without warning. Researchers from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai Health System have found that half of people experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest also had a telling symptom 24 hours beforehand. Scientists also discovered those warning symptoms are different between men and women. The scientists also... Continue Reading

 The future of AI in healthcare is promising and holds tremendous potential to revolutionize the industry. As seniors I belwive we have a vested interested in making sure that technology is used properly in healthcare. After a review of the issues here are my (not expert) thoughts on where where AI is expected to have an impact: AI algorithms can analyze large amounts of medical data, including medical images, lab results, and patient records, to assist healthcare professionals in diagnosing diseases more accurately and quickly. AI systems have demonstrated impressive capabilities in detecting various... Continue Reading

Last thoughts on subjective ageing. Modern medicine should be adding life to years; not just more years to life.  According to Stats Canada, there were over 861,000 people aged 85 and older counted in the 2021 Census, more than twice the number observed in the 2001 Census. The population aged 85 and older is one of the fastest-growing age groups, with a 12% increase from 2016. Currently, 2.3% of the population is aged 85 and older. The lifespan of an 85-year­old man in Canada is 6.7 years and the lifespan of an 85-year-old woman in Canada is 8 years. The good news is that these surviving octogenarians... Continue Reading

Listen up! If you want some peace of mind when dealing with the complicated world of healthcare, you have got to get yourself a patient advocate. Sure, healthcare providers may have their own advocates, but those guys work for the man. Your personal health advocate can monitor things while you focus on feeling better. Having a patient advocate enables you or your family to concentrate on health, knowing a professional is watching out for them.  The advocate works with the staff to accomplish the goals of patient care. And, when necessary, can be assertive, pushing issues up the chain of command... Continue Reading

 My Age Put Me At Greater Risk This is from the Tri-Cities Seniors Action Society Newsletter, thanks to Ken for the information “My wife and I recently retired and are looking forward to travelling and enjoying our leisure time. I heard the recommendations on the radio and TV to get vaccinated for influenza but I just never got around to it. Why should I? We both go to the gym regularly and are feeling fit. My wife got the Fluzone High-Dose vaccine that was recommended for those over 65—and she paid about $75 for it. I didn’t take the time to get the shot. One day, just before Christmas,... Continue Reading

 There is some evidence to suggest that eating a diet rich in vegetables, including broccoli, cauliflower, and spinach, may be beneficial for people with arthritis. These vegetables are high in nutrients like vitamins C and K, which are important for maintaining healthy bones and reducing inflammation. These foods are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which can help support overall health and well-being. Inflammation is a key component of many types of arthritis, and a diet that is high in anti-inflammatory foods may help reduce inflammation and improve symptoms. There... Continue Reading