www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday January 19, 2008 - 25 H E A LT H & W E L L N E S S Smoking 101 Almost five million Canadians, or 19 per cent of the population 15 years and older, smoke. According to Health Canada, close to half of smokers will die from smoking before they turn 70 years old. Smoking causes more than two dozen diseases, many of which are fatal. It is the single most important preventable cause of lung cancer, contributing to 85 per cent of all new cases in Canada. In 2004, almost 14,000 Canadian smokers suffered from lung cancer compared to only 361 nonsmokers. Smoking also increases a person's risk of developing heart disease and stroke by contributing to build up of plaque in arteries, increased risk of blood clots, blood pressure and reduced oxygen in the blood. In 2004, almost 9,300 Canadian smokers over the age of 35 suffered from a heart attack compared with approximately 750 non-smokers. The respiratory symptoms associated with smoking include coughing, phlegm, wheezing and difficulty breathing, and can lead to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) over time. Tobacco kills approximately 45,000 Canadians a year, more than the total number of deaths from AIDS, car accidents, suicide, murder, fires and accidental poisonings combined. Speak to your doctor about the options that are available to you. - News Canada We're here to listen. (905) 849-4541 Make a difference . . . Volunteer! www.distresscentreoakville.com Serving Oakville, Milton & Surrounding Areas Helping you and your family achieve optimum health! DID YOU KNOW? · Pain is the last signal your body gives you when something is wrong · Posture is one of the most overlooked keys to better health. It improves our emotions, fitness and ability to think. It can actually help reverse the aging process (Newsday Melville, NYP) · The Chiropractic patient has a 200% - 400% greater immune competency than people who had not received Chiropractic Care (M.N.M. "Study by Dr. Ronald Pero, Ph.D., head of cancer research at the University of Lund and Chief of Cancer Research 1975)) Specializing in Colon Hydrotherapy AHC is excited to present The Basic Introduction Foot Reflexology Two-Day Non-Cer tification course Learn to use Reflexology on your friends & family Sunday January 20th & 27th 10am - 5pm Objective: This 2-day course provides anyone interested in basic-level foot reflexology training with the tools and confidence required to give a good solid treatment to self family and friends. Facilitator Danielle Gault, Certified Reflexologist r Who should attend: Everyone - no pre-requisite required. · A recent study showed a strong link between the resolution of infertility and the initiation of chiropractic care (Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research, May 2003) UPCOMING EVENT: CHIROPRACTIC MOTHER'S MORNING OUT Wellness, Health and Development Information for You and Your Family Sign up today - 905-845-6686 Suite #2 - 155 Lakeshore Road E. Oakville, Ontario L6J 1H3 Monday, January 28th from 10:30-11:30am Baby Yoga, Developmental and Cognitive Activities, Meet Other New Parents, Postural and Core Strengthening Exercises for Parents, Health and Wellness Discussions EVERYONE WELCOME! CALL TODAY Dr. Jenna Davis 905.845.6686 www.ahc-oakville.com Dr. Jenna Davis Family Chiropractor/Acupuncturist Alliance Healthcare Professionals 905.845.2291 232 South Service Rd. E, Oakville, ON L6J 2X5 www.alliancehealthcare.ca Dr. Mark Fleet Tune in to AM 740's "Ask The Professional" on Sunday, October 28 at 1:00pm for Innovative Ideas in Health Care Family Chiropractor Certified Animal Chiropractor "Chiropractic for all members of the family." Clinic Services: Shockwave Therapy o p 135 Brant Street, Oakville (Corner of Brant & Rebecca, one block west of Kerr St.) 905-338-1986 www.drfleet.ca Daniel, Kori, John, Mikyla and David 2530 Third Line, Oakville (905) 827-0803 www.mynthairstudio.com Hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10am to 8pm Wednesday: 10am to 6pm Thursday: 10am to 8pm Friday: 10am to 8pm Saturday: 9am to 5pm Sunday: Closed