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20 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday April 7, 2007 www.oakvillebeaver.com New Family Doctor Accepting Patients! Dr. J. Emeka Anosike 2307 Bronte Rd. Oakville, ON L6M 4J2 For appointments call 905-847-1133 Get the facts on colorectal cancer There's a free Colorectal Cancer: What You Need to Know seminar Thursday, April 12. The seminar hosted by Halton Healthcare Services will be held at 7 p.m. in Milton. It is being held in partnership with the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada, the Canadian Cancer Society and Wellspring. Colorectal cancer is cancer of the colon and/or rectum. In 2006, an estimated 20,000 people in Canada were diagnosed with the disease. Men and women are diagnosed in nearly equal numbers. Of those, an estimated 8,500 died from colorectal cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in Canada. However, it is one of the most preventable cancers, because it can develop from polyps that can be removed before they become cancerous. Prevention tips can include regular screening tests, regular exercise and healthy weight maintenance with a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains. At greatest risk are men and women age 50 and older. Symptoms in the early stages may be absent. Later, the following symptoms may appear: rectal bleeding; blood in or on the stool (bright red); a change in bowel habits; stools that are narrower than usual; general stomach discomfort (bloating, fullness and/or cramps); diarrhea, constipation or feeling that the bowel does not empty completely; frequent gas pains; weight loss for no apparent reason and constant fatigue. Men and women at average risk should begin regular screening at age 50. If you are at greater risk, you may need to begin regular colorectal cancer screening at an earlier age. There are many options for screening including a fecal occult blood test, sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy or double contrast barium enema. If you have a personal or family history of colorectal cancer, benign colorectal polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, or breast, ovarian or endometrial cancer, talk to your health care provider about earlier and more frequent screening. Treatment options are also numerous. If diagnosed with colorectal cancer, please talk with your oncology team about which is best for you. Surgery is the most common treatment. Chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy is given before or after surgery to about half of the patients with colorectal cancer, primarily those with more advanced disease. At the seminar, Dr. Jeff Kolbasnik, HHS general surgeon will present information about colorectal cancer and a question-and-answer period will follow the formal presentation. The presentation will be held at the Southside Community Church. Displays will be available at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation will begin at 7 p.m. To reserve call 905-338-4379 or e-mail elittle@haltonhealthcare.on.ca. If you would like more information on this topic, speak with your physician or visit www.colorectal-cancer.ca or call 1-877-50COLON. news...sports...classifieds... realestate... and much, much more... www.oakvillebeaver.com FREE PERSONALIZED MEDICATION REVIEW Why this is important The purpose of the MEDICATION REVIEW is to have a one-onone discussion with the pharmacist. Bring all of your medications including over the counter drugs, vitamins and herbal supplements you are taking. Pharmacist/Owner I will asist you in scheduling the doses, eliminate any duplication, check for expiry dates, answer any questions you may have. I will also prepare a list of nutrients that may be depleted by your drugs and recommend supplements and dietary changes to help improve your health. Certain drugs require close monitoring with lab tests ... I will recommend how often to do these. By taking your medicines correctly, watching your diet and doing some form of exercise, you will greatly improve your health and enhance the quality of your life Seasonal Allergies CALL OR VISIT SAM CARUSI, PHARMACIST/OWNER Pharmacy 290 Lakeshore Rd. E., Oakville Ph. (905) 339-1066 Fax: (905) 339-1301 Hours: Mon. to Fri. 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. If you have Seasonal Allergies, you may be eligible to participate in a clinical research study for a treatment with an investigational grass pollen vaccine. You will be compensated up to $700.00 for your time. Reduce Reuse Recycle Attention Deficit Disorder/ Attention Deficit Hyperacitvity Disorder Do you have trouble concentrating? Are you concerned about your child's behavioural issues? Is your short-term memory almost non-existent? If you feel you or someone you know (adult or child) may have ADD/ADHD, this is the workshop for you! Please call: Dr. A. S. Cheema @ 905·566·1200 Don't miss this dynamic workshop where your questions can be answered and you will learn the tools to take control of these conditions the natural way! Wednesday, April 11th, 2007 FREE 7p.m. at Whole Foods Market Please call Whole Foods 905-815-0266 to reserve your seat! Dr. Jenna Davis Family Chiropractor/Acupuncturist Alliance Healthcare Professionals · Registered Physiotherapists Brian Empey, CAT(C), BHScPT Karen Neill, MPhtySt Dodie McLenahan, BHScPT · Registered Massage Therapists · Certified Athletic Therapists · Acupuncture · Orthotics · Laser Therapy · Sports Injuries · Pilates · No Referral Necessary · Open Evenings and Saturdays · Walk-Ins & New Patients Welcome · Private Treatment Rooms 905.845.2291 232 South Service Rd. E, Oakville, ON L6J 2X5 www.alliancehealthcare.ca 2530 Sixth Line (South of Dundas) www.beinmotion.ca 905-257-1904 CALL THIS PROFESSIONAL GLENASHTON MEDICAL CENTRE Welcomes Dr. Mohammed Alam, MD, CCFP Dr. Andrew Sarne, MD, CCFP OPENING Sundays 10am-4pm Commencing April 15 Accepting New Patients Alliance Chiropody (Foot Care) Clinic Member of Alliance Healthcare Professionals Inc. "Providing quality foot care to meet all your foot health needs" GALL & ASSOCIATES OPTOMETRISTS Visit our Website: gamcentre.org SALIMA KASSAM REG. CHIROPODIST AMERICAN EXPRESS EXPRE Specializing in: · Foot/Arch Pain · General/Diabetic Care · Permanent Ingrown Toenail Removal · Custom Made Foot Orthotics P Our goal is clear comfortable vision. Comprehensive Eye Exams Laser Vision Care Contact Lenses & Glasses New Patients Welcome 247 North Service Rd. W. Suite 203 The Chakras & Kundalini Yoga 9 wks Thursdays 7-9 p.m. downtown Oakville starting April 19, 2007 for more info contact 905-338-2020 Dr. Ronald Gall www.visionsource-drgall.com AT DORVAL DRIVE Sham Rang at 905 844 3120 email: samagra@mail2web.com CALL 905-845-2291 232 SOUTH SERVICE ROAD E. OAKVILLE or visit www.samagrapath.com