Frailty is not a Label. Using frailty status to initiate or change healthcare decisions
Our current healthcare system focusses on labelling people with different conditions. We use these labels to guide clinical decisions. This person has diabetes, she has heart disease, my aunt was just diagnosed with dementia. These labels hold value. They have a certain power over us. We even use them to label ourselves. Have you ever […]
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FAQ059: What is gestational diabetes?
Diabetes is a growing concern for the Canadian and American populations. Gestational Diabetes is no different. Gestational diabetes refers to diabetes that occurs during a woman’s pregnancy. It affects about 2-3% of women during the course of their pregnancy. However this number can go up to 20% for women who have diabetes risk factors before […]
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Don't call me hun, I'm old enough to be your grandmother!
“Aren’t they so CUTE!” “Oh my god that older person is ADORABLE” “Hi hun, how are you?” Over the last couple of years in my physiotherapy practice, I have worked with a lot of older adults. Transitioning into the research sphere, I have been able to talk to a lot of researchers, clinicians, family members and […]
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