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Celebrating Galentine’s Day? How this unofficial holiday can boost your healthHealthFeb 13, 2024Galentine's Day originated in 2011 from the television show Parks and Recreation and since the episode aired over a decade ago it's grown in popularity.
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Canada has a loneliness ‘problem.’ How a Toronto hospital aims to tackle itHealthJan 5, 2024
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How you can help seniors combat loneliness over the holidaysCanadaDec 23, 2023
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Being a senior can be lonely. In Regina, they know how to do something about itHealthDec 15, 2023
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Being a senior can be lonely. In Regina, they know how to do something about itThe Regina Senior Citizens' Centre offers a range of activities, from line dancing to pool, but it's the company that keeps people coming back.HealthDec 15, 2023
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Loneliness high in Canada, can contribute to health issues, report saysMenec says high rates of loneliness among older adults is not a new phenomenon, but one that's become more visible in the past few years.CanadaDec 5, 2023
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The reality of loneliness among Canada’s elderly. Why is it getting worse?As Canada grapples with a rapidly aging demographic, experts are sounding the alarm on the increasing mental and physical health impacts of loneliness and social isolation.LifestyleDec 5, 2023
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Loneliness is now a ‘global public health concern,’ says WHOA lack of social connection can lead to dementia, heart disease, stroke, mental illness and even premature death, according to the World Health Organization.HealthNov 16, 2023
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The loneliness epidemic: How social isolation can damage our minds and bodiesWith social isolation on the rise and reduced social support, many experts are now referring to loneliness as a public health crisis.HealthMay 14, 2023
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Loneliness is the new silent killer, and as deadly as smoking: US surgeon-generalWidespread loneliness poses health risks as deadly as smoking a dozen cigarettes daily, costing the health industry billions of dollars annually.HealthMay 2, 2023
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Federal funding coming to Guelph organization to expand social prescribing programThe Public Health Agency of Canada announced that it is giving a one-time grant of $83,457 to the Guelph Community Health Centre.CanadaApr 19, 2023
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Sobeys in Belmont opens ‘slow lane’ to allow cashier chats at checkoutCustomers are always lining up to chat with Jason, one of the cashiers at Sobeys Belmont.ConsumerJan 22, 2023
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Canadian seniors feeling increased isolation as high inflation takes tollCanadian seniors are being forced to make tough choices, cutting out frills and nice-to-haves in the face of near 40-year-high inflation rates.CanadaAug 17, 2022
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Lethbridge program fighting senior loneliness expands throughout provinceKeep In Touch began as a COVID-19 response program roughly 18 months ago. Now it's expanding across the province with five more groups.FeaturesDec 16, 2021
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