Healthy Ageing and Geriatrics Program Blog Posts

“Stay Safe, Stay in Touch”: Protecting Older Adults from Abuse during Times of Crisis

June was Seniors Month in Ontario, an annual opportunity to recognize the contributions that older adults have and continue to make in communities across the province and beyond.

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International Self-Care Day – Why it’s Important to Make Time for You

July 24 is International Self Care Day, a day to raise awareness about self-care and the important role it plays in leading a healthy lifestyle. But what is self-care and how can older adults, caregivers and healthcare workers incorporate self-care practices in to their daily life? We talked to Leanne Ginty, Director, Nursing Education and Academic Affairs at Sinai Health, about the importance of self-care and how she practices self-care in her own life.

A Whole New World – Hundreds come together virtually for the biggest Geriatrics Institute Education Day Ever

On June 25, 2020 well over 850 people from Canada, the U.S., Ecuador and Kenya came together for the 2020 SHS/UHN COVID-19 Special Geriatrics Institute Education Day, which was also our first ever virtual conference.

The Impact of Online Casinos on Health: A Comprehensive Analysis

In the digital age, online casinos have become a popular form of entertainment for millions of people worldwide. However, the convenience and excitement they offer also raise questions about their potential impact on players’ health and well-being. In this article, we will delve into the effects of online casinos on health, discussing both the positive […]

Why Staying Connected To Your Community Is Good for Your Health

In 2017, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health proclaimed loneliness to be a major societal challenge that needs to be addressed. “Loneliness and social isolation are serious public health problems that cost us all. They affect our productivity, health and well-being – even how long we live.”

Why It’s Time to Give Up Battles Between our Generations and Promote More Intergenerational Solidarity

For many of us, the holiday season is a time to relax with good food surrounded by our friends and loved ones. It is also a time when many of us become reconnected with our older family members.