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HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: The HIP SAGA – pain’s purpose
The HIP PAIN is worse when I do the physio exercises but…. The physio exercises must be done: to flex the leg, to bend it and keep it loose, to alleviate the swelling and strengthen the muscles around the new … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Canada vs ALS
AGEING & SENIORS: HEALTH & WELL: PICKERING COUNCILLOR SHOUT OUT: Maurice Brenner
A councillor adds a personal touch to his constituency… Maurice Brenner Regional Councillor Councillor Ward 1 A deserved shout-out to Councillor Maurice Brenner! Recently, I had to have major surgery, a hip replacement. When Councillor Brenner got wind of the … Continue reading
AGEING & SENIORS: HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: Considering installation of a chairlift to access your bedroom upstairs?
Are you considering installing a chairlift? To keep matters at their most succinct, I will synthesize into ONE PRO and ONE ANTI reasons for getting or not getting a chairlift. PRO A chairlift takes care of one major problem easily … Continue reading
AGEING & SENIORS: HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: HIP Saga ” DAY 5 ‘P.O.’ “
Day 5 – P.O. (Post-Op) Here’s the state of the new union. There is minimal pain that erupts when I move, get up from any chair, or walk a little with the walker. The level of pain is quite bearable … Continue reading
AGEING & SENIORS: HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: 1. HIP SAGA (#1) begins…
1. The HIP SURGERY Saga begins… It sure wasn’t what I had in mind as a Christmas gift for myself, a new hip…..A new hip… yeah, sure! This is my tale of woes and ows. I … Continue reading
AGEING & SENIORS: HEALTH: SENIORS and AGING – VISION CARE
Aging affects vision Vision changes occur with age and these changes need not be stressful. Learn about vision and aging to help you understand the changes that may be occurring with your vision Vision changes can range from mildly irritating … Continue reading
PICKERING: * * * Christmas Message from Councillor Lisa Robinson * * *
PICKERING: * * * A Christmas Message from Regional Councillor Linda Cook * * *
JEOPARDY WINNER: Juveria Zaheer, Whitby resident, wins and moves on in Jeopardy competition.
Juveria Zaheer, a medical executive from Whitby, ON had nerves of steel and the gall of a poker professional when she went into final Jeopardy, betting it all and winning. Read more details at —> ZAHEER
HEALTH & WELL: WEEK 1 – Post operation summary
The day-to-day details are lengthy and very comprehensive. The weekly summary tries to summarize the vital or significant events of the past week. Here’s the first one… WEEK 1 (Dec. 15-22) The pain is all that it is was cracked … Continue reading
PUCDA: Looking for financial support
* * * A Christmas message from Conservative Nominee, Anthony Yacub * * *
HEALTH & WELL: Day 6+ (post op)
Short and sweet In short, I am in surprisingly good condition. I have reduced my morhpine intake by 50%, upped my extra Tylenol by 50%. Pain seems tolerable, especially important for sleeping. Must consult with doctor/surgeon/physio as I would like … Continue reading
GAIL & HEATHER: Book Thoughts after the Big Festivities…
Gail’s Book Thoughts: The holiday season for 2023 has almost faded away. I hope lots of great memories, feasts and good cheer were enjoyed by all. Now’s the time to snuggle down for the often cruel winter months; grab a … Continue reading
EDITORIAL: Restore simplicity to your life
Is your life becoming too busy? Are your days filled to the brim with things that need doing? Do you feel there just aren’t enough hours in the day? Are your days just too busy? Are you getting overloaded with … Continue reading
