Canada is undergoing a demographic shift, with the older adult population, specifically individuals aged 65 and above, growing at a faster rate than any other age group. This is expected to increase by 68 per cent over the next two decades. Currently, approximately 600,000 older adults in Canada, accounting for eight per cent of older adults, are living with dementia. 

Concerns about scarring following surgical procedures often prompt both patients and surgeons to favour suture materials believed to minimize the appearance of scars. However, findings published in the journal Dermatologic Surgery and led by Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher Dr. David Zloty dispel commonly held beliefs about three suture types, paving the way for potential long-term health care cost savings.

Around one in four Canadians have high blood pressure. Often called a silent killer, many people are unaware that they have the condition also known as hypertension until they experience severe symptoms or end up in hospital. Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher Dr. Karen Tran shares the latest fact-based insights on how to understand, manage and prevent high blood pressure.