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What is a Geriatrician?

Posted Jan 28th, 2020 in Caring for Yourself, Caring for Others, Prevention, Planning Ahead, Aging Successfully, Is This Normal?

A geriatrician is a specialist medical doctor with certification in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, who provides specialized, comprehensive assessment and care of seniors.

Watch your Ageist Language!

Posted Sep 19th, 2019 in Caring for Others, Aging Successfully, Is This Normal?

Language is important and we avoid certain terms that are considered offensive or disrespectful, but what about ageist language?

Is This Normal - Sleep

Posted Sep 19th, 2019 in Is This Normal?

In the "Is this normal?" series, we start off with a discussion about sleep. Just because we are retired doesn't mean we can retire from an active lifestyle!

Is This Normal - Bowel Movements

Posted Sep 19th, 2019 in Is This Normal?

How often is it normal to go? Why am I constipated in my senior years? When should I visit the doctor or nurse practitioner?

Is This Normal - Bristol Stool Chart

Posted Sep 19th, 2019 in Is This Normal?

Dr. Didyk explains the "Bristol Stool Chart" used by nurses, doctors and researchers to describe the appearance of stool.

Is This Normal - Memory

Posted Sep 19th, 2019 in Is This Normal?

Are those little lapses of memory a normal part of aging or should you be worried? Dr. Didyk addresses the significance of what some call "senior moments".

Three things to know about Self Care

Jun 1st, 2020

A Geriatrician points out that Self Care happens when we take control in 3 ways: 1. Asking for Help 2. Saying "No" 3. Practising Self Compassion

Is it time to take your mom out of her senior's home?

May 3rd, 2020

A Geriatrician reviews the pros and cons of taking a family member out of a senior's home, like an assisted living facility, during an infection pandemic.

Talking to an Expert about the Coronavirus

Mar 22nd, 2020

We talk to an expert in infectious diseases about Coronavirus, a new virus that originated in China and has spread to Canada. Social distancing and good hygiene can help to limit the spread and protect older adults and their families.

Coronavirus - The Basics for Older Adults

Mar 22nd, 2020

Coronavirus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, and causes mild symptoms in about 80% of cases, but appears to be more likely to cause serious illness or death in older adults. Avoiding contact with others and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are important strategies to get through the pandemic safely.