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At Compass Health Services in Calgary, Alberta, we believe true healthcare is not just treating symptoms but also understanding the whole person. Healthcare can be approached in two ways: episodic care and comprehensive...
Keeping our brains healthy becomes increasingly important as we age for preserving memory, cognitive function, and overall well-being. While some changes in brain function are a natural part of aging, there are effective...
Aging is a part of life, but how we age depends on how we live. Intentional healthy aging is about more than just living as long as possible; it’s about enhancing quality of...
Adiposity-Based Chronic Disease (ABCD) is a condition characterized by excessive or dysfunctional body fat, contributing to various health complications. Unlike traditional weight-based classifications, ABCD recognizes that metabolic health is more complex than a...
As people age, sleep becomes an increasingly complex yet essential component of health. While hormonal changes and life transitions present unique challenges, understanding how sleep evolves can empower men and women to take...
Winter has arrived, and the holiday season is here. Everyone at Compass Health Services would like to extend our warmest wishes to you and your families. As Alberta’s trusted destination for premium nurse...
Menopause is a normal part of women's aging process. It occurs when the balance in hormone levels shift, resulting in low estrogen and progesterone levels. These hormonal changes, particularly of the low estrogen...
ADHD is often thought of as a childhood condition, stereotyped by children who can’t sit still or concentrate in school. However, ADHD in women is often missed in childhood or misdiagnosed, leaving it...
As Canada Day approaches, the team at Compass Health Services would like to take this opportunity to celebrate not only our nation’s rich heritage but also the health and wellness of our community....
Nurse practitioners (NPs) have been integral to the healthcare system since the 1960s. NPs are highly trained to assess patients, diagnose them, order tests, make referrals, offer treatments, prescribe medications and manage overall...