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Managing mobility as we age

As we age, we tend to lose muscle mass, which can impact our levels of activity and fitness. To help, there are a number of ways we can treat and protect our bodies to sustain our mobility.

We spoke with Amanda and Renate, physiotherapists at the seniors clinic at Peel Memorial, about how we can stay mobile and healthy as we get older.

What is mobility?

Mobility, as used in medical terms, represents a person’s physical ability to move their body the way they want to, while doing what they want to...

Kay Blair Community Service Award presented to Osler’s Candace Barone

Award named in honour of past Osler Board Chair and long-time hospital supporter, Kay Blair

Candace Barone, Occupational Therapist and a passionate member of William Osler Health System’s (Osler) Geriatric Outreach Team, is this year’s recipient of Osler’s Kay Blair Community Service Award. The award was presented to Candace last week, at Osler’s Going Beyond Awards and Gala.

Named in honour of Kay Blair, Past Chair of Osler’s Board of Directors, who passed away in 2016, the recognition is...

In case of an emergency: Meet Osler’s Emergency Management and Business Continuity team

Emergencies happen, and when they do, it’s so important to have processes in place to handle them calmly and efficiently. This is where Osler’s Emergency Management and Business Continuity team comes in.

We spoke with Mahmood Khan, Emergency Management Specialist, from our Emergency Management and Business Continuity team to learn more about what goes into providing a safe environment for everyone at all of our sites.

What are the main roles and responsibilities of the team?

Our team primarily...

Dr. Roth’s five tips for celiac disease awareness and management

Dr. Lee Roth, MD, MSc, FRCPC, practices gastroenterology and internal medicine at William Osler Health System. He completed his training at Western University, London, Ontario, and is certified in both Canada and the United States.

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes problems in your digestive system when you eat food with gluten, a protein found in many common grains.1 Here are some helpful tips to determine if you have celiac disease and how to help you manage it:

Know the...

From the Philippines to UAE to Canada: Celebrating International Nurses Day with Paul Perez

International Nurses Day is a special day to celebrate the invaluable contributions of nurses around the globe. It’s a day to reflect on the dedication and hard work of health care professionals working tirelessly to improve the lives of their patients and communities. Paul Perez, an internationally educated nurse, shares his inspiring story of perseverance and determination to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Canada. Paul works in the Dialysis Unit at the Etobicoke General Hospital,...