Understanding Capability, Dementia, & Frailty
There is so much to discuss regarding capability and dementia that it is broken into several articles. Please read them, think about what you learn, and then have courageous conversations with those you love, especially those who might have to make decisions for you in the future.
Early Dementia Detection: A New Blood Test Arrives in BC
A new blood-based biomarker test for Alzheimer's is now available through LifeLabs in Vancouver and across BC. Here's what it actually costs, how to talk to your doctor, and when a PET scan makes sense. From Connie Jorsvik, BSN.
Navigating the BC Healthcare System
by Connie Jorsvik
After two years and hundreds of hours, I am pleased to introduce my latest book, which I believe is the most thorough resource on this topic available to date. If you are a patient or a care partner in our fast-paced and fragmented healthcare system, this is a step-by-step guide to surviving, and thriving.
