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ON-LINE “HOW-TO” VIDEOS HELP FAMILY CAREGIVERS

CANADIAN VIRTUAL HOSPICE LAUNCHES CAREGIVING VIDEO SERIES FOR NATIONAL CAREGIVERS DAY – APRIL 5, 2012 In recognition of National Caregiver’s Day, the Canadian Virtual Hospice has launched a series of 16 how-to videos to support family and professional caregivers with accessible instructions and visual demonstrations for common caregiving tasks.  The videos walk viewers through step-by-step demonstrations on topics such as safely giving a bed bath and helping with b...
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Mesothelioma and Seniors

While many North Americans know asbestos is a dangerous substance, few are aware of the disproportionate impact of asbestos-related cancers on senior citizens. Several factors contribute to the increased risk of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases among seniors, including occupational settings. Exposure to asbestos at the workplace was highest between 1930 and 1960, placing today’s seniors who worked in shipyards, manufacturing and construction at an increased ris...
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