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The immune system protects the body from toxins, fungi, bacteria and viruses. We are born with an innate immune system, but the adaptive immune system develops as we are exposed to these nasty microbes, or the chemicals released by microbes. Cells of the immune system...
High blood pressure, or hypertension, can result from multiple factors, including environmental influences such as lack of exercise or stress, blood plasma volume or hormone activity. Risk factors can be age, ethnicity, obesity, alcohol and tobacco use and existing...
Regular exercise is important as a lifestyle choice for people of all ages, but there are added benefits for seniors who take the time to participate in outdoor and indoor activities. Aqua Fit classes are available for pre-registration at the local recreation centre...
There are many types of arthritis, but the most common is osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The risk of developing arthritis increases with age, and symptoms include pain, stiffness, swelling, redness and decreased flexibility in the joints. Osteoarthritis (OA)...
We all know how important it is to get a good night’s sleep, although it’s not always easy. We’ve had a lot to deal with of late, including COVID and living in the “new normal” and wildfires throughout the BC interior. Side effects of sleep deprivation include memory...
Unfortunately, another wildfire season is upon us. You can take several measures to keep your lungs smoke-free, and while all of us need to go outside occasionally, it’s advisable to limit your outdoor exposure, especially if you suffer from asthma or COPD. Symptoms...
