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Every 7 minutes in Canada, someone dies from heart disease or stroke. Heart disease and stroke are two of the three leading causes of death in Canada. Nurse Jackie Hickey, Community Health Advisor speaks with Measha Bruegg...

CareGiverProject is very excited to present this compelling video designed to shine light on Young Carers. This video highlights the musical talent...

When we think about our health we often consider our physical and mental health, but according to nurse Jackie Hickey of Bayshore Home Health, social health is part of a triangle of health that keeps us all going.

When a health crisis occurs, it's best to be prepared and have a plan for placing your loved one in hospital care. Nurse Jackie Hickey of Bayshore Home Health says that sitting down as a family is important. Open up the li...

When a health crisis occurs, it's best to be prepared and have a plan for placing your loved one in hospital care. Nurse Jackie Hickey of Bayshore Home Health says that sitting down as a family is important. Open up the li...

Known in the medical world as the silent thief, osteoporosis is a disease of the bones that doesn't have any signs or symptoms. It starts in our 30's but we often don't experience the pain and fractures until we're into ou...

Suffering a heart attack is likely one of the most frightening experiences we can have, or watch happen to a loved one. According to nurse Jackie Hickey of Bayshore Home Health, "there are some very significant signs that ...

Alzheimer's and dementia are two medical conditions that are used almost interchangeably. However, nurse Jackie Hickey of Bayshore Home Health says they are actually a bit different.

Interview with Jackie Hickey, Community Health Advisor and Registered Nurse discussing Health Care's Future - Feb 15, 2012.

It's especially important for aging seniors to take care of their health. Proactive health management looks at shifting the scale from reacting when something happens to taking a step back and being proactive through ongoi...

There are various medications elderly loved ones may be required to take as they age. These medications include multivitamins, herbal remedies and over-the-counter or prescription medications. It's important to understand ...

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World's first-ever senior citizen LipDub! Residents from Clar...

Home health care gives seniors the support they need to continue living in their homes despite their health issues. Many seniors who choose to live in their homes require assistance at some level, from housekeeping, meal p...

The distance between you and your aging loved one can seem even further when there's health issues involved. Jackie Hickey, RN, Community Health Advisor with Bayshore Home Health talks about solutions on how to deal with t...

Every year, one in three older adults fall, putting their health and independence at risk. Bayshore's fall prevention program can help.

June is seniors month and one thing that is crucial for this generation is the prevention of falls. Approx. one third of seniors take a fall every year and of thoes more than two thirds take a second fall.