Itchy Ears During Menopause: A Symptom Worth Listening To
Hot flashes and sleep disruption are well-known features of menopause. Itchy ears are not — yet many midlife patients report new dryness, irritation, or discomfort in the ear canal during this transition. The reason may lie in hormones. Estrogen supports skin thickness, circulation, and glandular activity throughout the body. As levels decline, tissues often become […]
Plant Curiosity, Harvest Friendships: Spring at Silver Threads Service
Spring is a time of growth, fresh starts, and new possibilities – and at Silver Threads Service, this season is all about planting curiosity and harvesting friendship. As days grow brighter, our Spring Programs invite you to move your body, engage yourmind, and connect with others in ways that help you flourish.Our much-loved favourites are […]
“Luck Has Nothing To Do With It”
Q: This is a tough thing to say out loud but here goes – I hate my teeth – I hate everything associated with teeth. To say it in other words, if I didn’t have bad luck with my teeth, I’d have no luck at all. I’ve lost most of my upper teeth, all I’ve […]
Working Out With Hearing Aids
For many people with hearing loss, hearing aids are an essential part of everyday life – including time spent at the gym or exercising outdoors. Staying active is important for overall health and wearing hearing aids while working out can help you stay aware of your surroundings, follow instructions, and feel more confident and connected. […]
Have You Tested Your Sense of Smell Lately? It Offers Insight Into More Than Just Smell
Many adults notice changes in vision or hearing as they age, but far fewer pay attention to their sense of smell. Yet smell is one of the most informative senses we have, and small shifts can have meaningful implications for overall wellness.For some people, the concern is simple and personal: “I cannot smell things like […]
Healthy Hearts, Connected Lives
Silver Threads Service offers a range of heart-healthy programs designed to support older adults in staying active, independent, and connected. From Functional Fitness and movement classes to walking groups and wellness activities, these programs focus on improving cardiovascular health in ways that are safe, welcoming, and enjoyable. Participants are encouraged to move at their own […]
I Will Have A Tooth!
Q: I have lived in a remote area for most of my life. Over my lifetime, if we wanted or needed anything more than just the basics we had a three-hour trip in one direction or a five-and-a-half-hour trip in the other. To say the least we saved up our needs and wants, so going […]
Consequences of Untreated Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is often difficult to recognize, especially because it usually develops slowly over time. As hearing gradually changes, the brain adapts, and many people don’t notice the difference right away. Sounds that are missing today may have seemed unimportant yesterday.Because of this, people with hearing loss often feel that the world has changed, not […]
Dealing With Conundrums
Q: I’m in a state. My life has had all kinds of ups and downs. It seems that I go from emergency to emergency putting out fires. It’s a drag physically and emotionally. The latest is my teeth. They are a mess. Decayed and broken down. I have about three left standing and the rest […]
Tips to prevent pickleball injuries
Pickleball is thriving, and that’s great news for those who love the game. Unfortunately, pickleball also has proven beneficial to orthopedic practices. A 2023 analysis from UBS estimated pickleball injuries could cost Americans nearly $400 million in 2023. Seniors are especially vulnerable to pickleball injuries, as a 2021 study published in the journal Injury Epidemiology […]