Caring for a loved one is incredibly rewarding, but it’s also incredibly difficult. And when it comes to a loved one living with Alzheimer’s, the challenge can be really challenging.   “There are different types, including Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body Alzheimer’s, and frontotemporal Alzheimer’s, just to name a few. Each type of Alzheimer’s presents with unique characteristics. However, progressive cognitive decline is a general symptom of the different types of Alzheimer’s, where cognition becomes more difficult day to day.”   People living with Alzheimer’s need one or more caregivers who can help with daily tasks and personal care, as well…

    There is a common belief that women after reaching the age of 40 cannot have sexual intercourse, based on the information that a woman’s sexual desire decreases with age. This was denied by Dr. Heba Kotb, a sexual health consultant.   Qutb said during her hosting of the “Clearly” program, presented by the journalist Amr Al-Laithi, that a woman’s sexual drive increases after the age of forty, which makes her more willing to have an intimate relationship.   She explained that the sexual desire of women after the age of forty becomes more active, because women at this…

As parents, we all want the best for our children, and one of the most valuable lessons we can teach them is the importance of personal hygiene. Not only does it contribute to their immediate well-being, but it lays the foundation for a healthy life in the future. At the end of the day, good personal hygiene is not just about cleanliness, but a way to protect our little ones from illness and boost their self-esteem.   Wendy Pauker, associate director of child life services at Banner Children’s, explains, “Personal hygiene is about staying clean to stay healthy and feel good.” This…

Imagine carrying a faithful companion with you everywhere: your reusable water bottle. It goes with you to the gym, to work, to school… But have you ever wondered what happens inside it? Even if you can’t see it, your bottle can become a home for a large number of bacteria if you don’t clean it regularly. Water bottles, no matter how clean they may look, come into contact with our hands, bags and other surfaces throughout the day, accumulating bacteria and other contaminants. That’s why it’s essential to establish a cleaning routine to ensure that your bottle is always an ally…

Transform your routine After a summer filled with late nights, long weekends, and good food, many of us are feeling the need to get back into a normal routine. The good news is that we’ve been there before, and with a little willpower and determination, we can quickly get back to our eating and sleeping habits. The Importance of Meal Planning It all starts with meal planning, says Caitlin Boudreau, a registered dietitian available on the TELUS Health MyCare app. By planning your meals for the week, you know what you’re going to eat and can count on those meals…