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Sedative prescriptions post-hospital discharge increase risk of falls

A major Canadian study published in CMAJ reveals that new sedative prescriptions after hospital discharge significantly increase the risk of falls, emergency visits, readmissions, and death in older adults. The danger is greatest for patients who were not previously using … Continue reading

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We Were Wrong About Fasting

  We Were Wrong About Fasting: New Massive Review Reveals the Real Impact on Your Brain A review of this article on fasting:  Click here A new comprehensive review challenges one of the most persistent nutrition myths: that fasting makes … Continue reading

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Grip-Strength and Heart Health

Grip-Strength and Heart Health: A Harvard Health study reveals that grip strength may be a simple, inexpensive indicator of heart health—potentially predicting cardiovascular risk better than blood pressure. A landmark study published in The Lancet and summarized by Harvard Health Publishing found that … Continue reading

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Benefits of a Mediterranean Diet

Benefits of a Mediterranean Diet:  The Mediterranean diet is a plant‑forward eating pattern inspired by traditional cuisines of Greece, Italy, and Spain, emphasizing olive oil, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and fish. It is recognized globally for promoting heart health, … Continue reading

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How to Live Longer Naturally

How to live longer naturally:  A new study of 117‑year‑old María Branyas  Morera reveals that her daily yogurt habit and Mediterranean‑style diet may have helped preserve a youthful gut microbiome—offering clues to how nutrition supports longevity. The World’s Oldest Woman … Continue reading

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BCRPA Fitness Theory Exam Acronyms

Here is the breakdown of the acronyms, section breakdown and number of questions per section for the BCRPA Fitness Theory provincial exam: Acronym Question Exam Section HRB 2 Health-Related Benefits of Physical Activity HPA 2 Holistic Approach to Activity & … Continue reading

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“Get Active Questionnaire” and “PAR-Q+” Accepted Screening Tools by BCRPA

The Get Active Questionnaire and PAR-Q+ are now accepted screening tools  by BCRPA and associated insurance.  You can now use either questionnaire to pre-screen physical activity levels for your clients.  Learn more about these forms in the online, hybrid or classroom … Continue reading

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BCRPA Older Adult Exam Acronyms

Here is the breakdown of the acronyms, section breakdown and number of questions per section for the BCRPA Older Adult provincial exam: Acronym Question Exam Section AP 8 Aging Process LC 4 Leadership and Communications ERM 3 Exercise Analysis and … Continue reading

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KINESIOLOGISTS.CA Online Academy (KOA)

KINESIOLOGISTS.CA ONLINE ACADEMY (KOA) KINESIOLOGISTS.CA Online Academy (KOA) delivers BCRPA‑approved training designed for clarity, professionalism, and real‑world application. Aaron Tews—a certified and practicing kinesiologist and long‑standing BCAK member—develops every course. More than 25 years of teaching experience and thousands of … Continue reading

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