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machado: why is it so hard for doctors to acknowledge side effects?
whether it's because of the nocebo effect, difficulty admitting they can't always "do no harm," or poor communication skills, when a healthcare provider doesn't acknowledge the impact of medication, it hurts the patient.
lisa machado
cancer
oct 6 2023
there's a lot to be said about the value of solid communication when it comes to having a relationship with your healthcare provider that results in good care. getty

diagnosed with breast cancer: managing treatments, support and resources
experts in breast cancer care suggest the first step you take after receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is to reach out to resource programs and support groups to educate yourself about the disease and find out what’s available.
karen hawthorne
breast cancer
oct 4 2023
breast cancers caught early have a positive prognosis. they are less likely to metastasize or come back after treatment.

understanding a stroke: causes, treatments and the importance of aftercare
it’s estimated a stroke – resulting in a hospital or emergency department admission – happens every five minutes in canada.
karen hawthorne
stroke
oct 2 2023
fast, an acronym used to identify the signs of stroke, is widely promoted to create awareness. it stands for face, arms, speech and time.

machado: should we be treating 'easier' chronic cancers in community hospitals?
not everyone has access to the expertise, skill and connection to research that can be found at centres of excellence, but they should.
lisa machado
opinion
oct 2 2023
a hospital's effectiveness has a lot to do with access to funding, the ability to participate in important research, like clinical trials, and their attractiveness to smart cancer specialists. getty

crowdfunding cancer charity hopes to help innovative new therapies escape ‘valley of death’
as the arrival of liver cancer awareness month calls much-needed attention to another worthy cause, a former researcher is trying to change the way we wage war on the disease.
dave yasvinski
cancer
oct 2 2023
chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill growing cancer cells. it is a common treatment options for cancer patients.

suicide risk and prevention tools for older adults
the senior years aren't always filled with happiness, but there are strategies and resources to help you feel better.
canadian coalition for seniors’ mental health
canadian coalition for seniors' mental health
sep 29 2023
health problems, losing loved ones or independence can be difficult and painful, and lead to feelings of hopelessness. getty

depression in older adults: resources for prevention, recovery and resilience
these tools can help if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of depression.
canadian coalition for seniors’ mental health
canadian coalition for seniors' mental health
sep 29 2023
depression is the most common mental health problem for older adults, but it is not an expected part of aging. getty

understanding the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia
participate in a survey to help ccsmh identify opportunities in the development of new resources related to bpsd.
canadian coalition for seniors’ mental health
canadian coalition for seniors' mental health
sep 29 2023
behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (bpsd) can affect the quality of life for people living with dementia. getty
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canadian centre for caregiving excellence
powered by
the leukemia & lymphoma society of canada (llsc)

machado: why is it so hard for doctors to acknowledge side effects?
whether it's because of the nocebo effect, difficulty admitting they can't always "do no harm," or poor communication skills, when a healthcare provider doesn't acknowledge the impact of medication, it hurts the patient.
lisa machado
cancer
oct 6 2023
there's a lot to be said about the value of solid communication when it comes to having a relationship with your healthcare provider that results in good care. getty

diagnosed with breast cancer: managing treatments, support and resources
experts in breast cancer care suggest the first step you take after receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is to reach out to resource programs and support groups to educate yourself about the disease and find out what’s available.
karen hawthorne
breast cancer
oct 4 2023
breast cancers caught early have a positive prognosis. they are less likely to metastasize or come back after treatment.

understanding a stroke: causes, treatments and the importance of aftercare
it’s estimated a stroke – resulting in a hospital or emergency department admission – happens every five minutes in canada.
karen hawthorne
stroke
oct 2 2023
fast, an acronym used to identify the signs of stroke, is widely promoted to create awareness. it stands for face, arms, speech and time.

machado: should we be treating 'easier' chronic cancers in community hospitals?
not everyone has access to the expertise, skill and connection to research that can be found at centres of excellence, but they should.
lisa machado
opinion
oct 2 2023
a hospital's effectiveness has a lot to do with access to funding, the ability to participate in important research, like clinical trials, and their attractiveness to smart cancer specialists. getty
powered by
canadian centre for caregiving excellence

crowdfunding cancer charity hopes to help innovative new therapies escape ‘valley of death’
as the arrival of liver cancer awareness month calls much-needed attention to another worthy cause, a former researcher is trying to change the way we wage war on the disease.
dave yasvinski
cancer
oct 2 2023
chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill growing cancer cells. it is a common treatment options for cancer patients.

suicide risk and prevention tools for older adults
the senior years aren't always filled with happiness, but there are strategies and resources to help you feel better.
canadian coalition for seniors’ mental health
canadian coalition for seniors' mental health
sep 29 2023
health problems, losing loved ones or independence can be difficult and painful, and lead to feelings of hopelessness. getty

depression in older adults: resources for prevention, recovery and resilience
these tools can help if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of depression.
canadian coalition for seniors’ mental health
canadian coalition for seniors' mental health
sep 29 2023
depression is the most common mental health problem for older adults, but it is not an expected part of aging. getty

understanding the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia
participate in a survey to help ccsmh identify opportunities in the development of new resources related to bpsd.
canadian coalition for seniors’ mental health
canadian coalition for seniors' mental health
sep 29 2023
behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (bpsd) can affect the quality of life for people living with dementia. getty
powered by
the leukemia & lymphoma society of canada (llsc)

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