By: Terri Petkau, PhD Sleep is important for health and longevity – this is something that is already well-established. Significant research has gone into determining how much sleep is optimal for your health, with recommendations … Read More
Celiac Disease Awareness Month: Why Screening Matters for Long-Term Health
At Connect Health, we believe that longevity isn’t just about adding years to your life — it’s about optimizing your health so those years are vibrant, energetic, and disease-free. One often-overlooked condition that can silently … Read More
What is biological aging and how do we measure it?
What is biological aging and how do we measure it? Terri Petkau, PhD Longevity Scientist, Connect Health Aging involves the gradual deterioration of the physiological functions that are necessary for survival over time. A person’s … Read More
NEWS FLASH: Recent research on potential health benefits associated with shingles vaccination
An analysis of health outcomes for 1,271,922 people aged 50 and older found a 23% lower risk of cardiovascular disease among those who were vaccinated for shingles. The reduced risk was most noticeable up … Read More
Colon Cancer Screening: When and How to Get Checked
Early Detection Saves Lives – Colon cancer is highly treatable when detected early, yet many cases are diagnosed at later stages due to lack of screening. Further, we have noticed an increase in colon cancer … Read More
Gut Microbiome Analysis: A New Frontier in Colon Cancer Screening
By: Dr. Terri Petkau Dr. Terri Petkau, PhD is the Chief Operating Officer & Longevity Scientist at Connect Health. A Biomedical Scientist, she specializes in medical genetics, neuroscience, and age-related brain diseases. Terri earned her PhD … Read More
Music – For Therapy?
When my brother transferred to long term care with complex medical and mobility issues, he was given good care and was stabilized. When it became apparent his newly restrained lifestyle in long term care was … Read More
Warming Up Over the Holidays: The Benefits of Sauna Use
As the temperature drops this holiday season, there’s no better way to stay warm than by embracing the heat of a sauna! Not only is it a cozy escape from the chill, but regular sauna … Read More
Bone Health: Early Detection for a Stronger Future
Bone density testing is the most common and accurate method to assess bone health. As we age, our bones naturally begin to lose density, a process that can start as early as our 30’s. … Read More
Glucose Guardians: How Blood Sugar Shapes Cognitive Destiny
Imagine your brain as a bustling metropolis, consuming a staggering 20-25% of your body’s energy while occupying just 2% of its mass. This neural city thrives on glucose, converting it into ATP – the cellular … Read More