Equinoxe LifeCare

07/08/2016

Équinoxe offers a wide range of health services at home, from care management to post-surgery follow up and to daily care and support for seniors.

07/06/2016

Beware of ticks if you plan on walking in the forest or in the long grass. The bites of these small insects can infect you with Lyme disease which needs to be treated with antibiotics. If, after a walk or hike, you feel tired, feverish and you notice a red spot on your body, make sure you see a doctor right away.

Lyme disease — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment, complications of this tick-borne illness.

07/04/2016

When you don't follow a medication dose, you expose yourself to a wide range of complications. Equinoxe home care has designed a secure, practical and automatic solution which helps you manage your medication. This system, reduces the risk of missed doses while reducing patient axiety and reassures the patient's family members.

07/02/2016

During recovery, it is of the utmost importance to follow your doctor's recommendations. With Equinoxe home care, the healing process will go smoothly as a result of their home, nursing follow-up.

06/29/2016

It is never too late to take on new habits that will help reduce your risk of suffering from Alzheimer disease. Scientists believe that approximately in 50% of cases, the onset of the disease is linked to the patient lifestyle. Eating antioxydants, drinking a lot of water and being physically active are only a few examples of ways to reduce your risk.

Print Spring has sprung! Give your brain a tune-up. We have tips just for you. “What can I do to make sure I won’t get Alzheimer’s disease?” It’s a question we hear all the time. While age is the biggest risk factor, it’s been estimated that up to 50 percent of cases of Alzheimer’s disease worldwide...

06/27/2016

The greatest advantage to having follow-up at home makes it easier for you to resume your regular activities.

06/24/2016

The Equinoxe Clinic call center offers support and triage services 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week. A registered nurse will evaluate your symptoms or answer your questions about your medication. Every call is documented for quality service and clinical compliance.

06/22/2016

With summer approching, mosquitos are back! Keep in mind that mosquitos can infect you with the West Nile virus when they bite you. Most people infected with the virus are asymptomatic but some can experience headaches and fever. In less than 1 case out of 100, complications can worsen the situation and lead to death. Since there is no treatment for this virus, it's better to protect yourself from mosquitos!

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06/21/2016

June 21st is ALS Day. The longest day of the year was chosen to give hope to people suffering from the disease. The risk factors for ALS have not yet been clearly identified but, since there is no cure, prevention remains key. Scientists believe that risk factors for ALS include: smoking, eating animal fat and being exposed to chemical solvents.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as

06/20/2016

Mental health is still a delicate matter in the work place, but a growing number of industries are opening up to this fact. Equinoxe offers counselling services, in person or via video-transmission, to help employees with mental health issues. We have also designed programs dealing with psychological issues related to chronic disease and disability.

06/17/2016

It's no secret : Equinoxe care managers and nurses take their patients' needs very seriously.

06/15/2016

Jogging's popularity is ever-growing but it can be a risky activity. Stretching before running and respecting your limits are important things to consider. Overtraining and running too long can lead to injuries.

Take a look at the risks and benefits of long-distance running.