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Year: 2018

World MS day: “A day to celebrate global solidarity and hope for the future”

Written by fernando on 28th May 2018

“The disease with a thousand faces” – also known as Multiple sclerosis. Why a thousand faces? Because each person diagnosed with this incurable chronic disease has unique symptoms. We still don’t know so much about MS, so the World MS organization decided to “bring people closer” through research for World MS day 2018. “The #bringinguscloser […]

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Fatigue in the elderly

Too tired to enjoy your twilight years?

Written by fernando on 9th May 2018

As we age, we are more prone to certain illnesses and these may leave us feeling more tired. However, tiredness is not a symptom of aging! Unless chronic pain is causing your fatigue, there are things you can do to give you more energy, so that you can get on with engaging with your life. […]

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Senior gardening: learn more about the benefits of a therapeutic garden

Written by fernando on 30th April 2018

Ever wondered why so many seniors take up gardening after they’ve retired? Aside from having the luxury of more spare time, tending to a garden or simply enjoying being in contact with nature brings several health benefits that can help seniors feel better, avoid stress and anxiety and live a fuller life. If you think […]

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What will living longer mean for individuals, and for society?

Written by fernando on 19th April 2018

“Supersized life spans are going to radically alter society, and present an unprecedented opportunity to change our approach not only to old age but to all life’s stages. The ramifications are just beginning to dawn on us… yet in the meantime, we keep thinking about, and planning for, life as it used to be lived” […]

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Senior air travel, friend or foe?

Written by fernando on 5th April 2018

We fly frequently and no matter where we go, there are always those stressful moments. It got us thinking about senior air travel and what the whole experience of air travel must be like for a senior citizen. Flying in today’s environment is stressful. Everything takes longer because of the extensive security procedures. There are […]

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World Health Day: Parkinson’s disease and its effects on mobility and balance

Written by fernando on 4th April 2018

On World Health Day, you will certainly read about healthy habits and, for instance, how drinking water is good for your health. While these are all helpful tips and important topics to cover, we decided to take things further. What if you couldn’t drink that glass of water that makes you healthier by yourself? It […]

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Happy Birthday Stannah Canada!

Written by fernando on 2nd April 2018

Stannah has been giving people their independence back for over 150 years now, and although our stairlifts have been available in Canada for decades through our network of distributers, it was only last year that we opened our first direct business in the country. We’re pleased to say it’s been a very successful year and […]

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The secret diary of Hendrik Groen, the 83 ¼ year old who conquered our hearts!

Written by fernando on 26th March 2018

“The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83 ¼ Years Old”. This unique diary has won over readers far beyond its homeland (the Netherlands). In fact, the translation rights of the award-winning book have been sold to more than 35 countries! The book is on the international best-sellers list and has since been developed into a […]

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