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BrainShape Podcast

May 28, 2019

Oral hygiene is a regular part of most people’s daily lives. But, did you know that oral health (such as brushing your teeth daily and visiting your dentist regularly) is related to many health outcomes, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression, quality of life and even your mental functions? To help us...


May 21, 2019

There are approximately 8 million informal caregivers in Canada – that is more than 1 in 4 Canadians who put in regular hours to care for their loved ones, family members and friends. Today we’re joined by Craig Knowles who has lived experienced as an informal caregiver for his partner and aging parents. Being an...


May 14, 2019

Sleep is a basic human need. In this episode, we will be talking about sleep systems, age-related changes in sleep patterns, myths about sleep, various sleep disorders (including sleep apnea and insomnia) and cognitive-behavioural therapy as a common treatment for insomnia. Our guest is a PhD student in clinical...


May 7, 2019

Volunteering is an important way to contribute to your community and to society. An added bonus is that there are many benefits associated with volunteering, including increased longevity, better self-reported health status, less depression, and more life satisfaction. There is even evidence that shows that...