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Dr. Dean Johnston

Dr. Dean Johnston

MD, MHSc, FRCPC
Neurologist
Vancouver, BC
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What are the chances of a full recovery from a stroke?

A:

Generally speaking, about 1 in 5 people who have a stroke will end up with little to no effects from their stroke. It is very common for a stroke to leave lasting effects, and these range from mild disability all the way up to requiring long-term care in home or facility.

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The Symptoms of Stroke and the Need for Immediate Treatment

Ms. Stacey Benmore

Ms. Stacey Benmore

BSc, MSc (PT), Dip.Manip, PT, FCAMPT
Physiotherapist
Vancouver, BC
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What Causes Back Pain and Problems from Sitting

A:

When you sit for a long period of time there's different effects that are happening throughout your body. Some of the main things that we tend to see are increased compression forces going through the spine, in particular the lumbar spine. And what this means is that there's more pressure on the discs and the joints.

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Back Pain and Problems from Sitting

Mrs. Ali J Chernoff

Mrs. Ali J Chernoff

Registered Dietitian
Vancouver, BC
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Do you understand The Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes and Butternut Squash

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In addition to their robust antioxidant content, sweet potato and butternut squash are high in blood pressure lowering minerals such as potassium, magnesium and calcium while additionally being high in soluble fibre – a functional food component known to contribute to lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels. In sum, this makes them exceptional choices for superior cardiovascular health.

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The Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes and Butternut Squash

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