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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, October 22, 2015 | 44 Rob's Ride aims to help find cure for pulmonary fibrosis Oakville resident Robert Alexander-Carew is hosting the fourth annual Rob's Ride Indoor Cycling for Pulmonary Fibrosis Research tomorrow (Friday). The event is meant to bring awareness to pulmonary fibrosis and raise funds for the continued search for a cure with all proceeds going to the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Association towards idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) research. "It is a great family event with activities for everyone -- a bouncy castle, face painting, food, snacks, and of course indoor cycling," said Alexander-Carew. "You do not need to spin to attend, just come and have a good time." The fundraiser takes place at River Oaks Community Centre, 2400 Sixth Line, from 3-9 p.m. and includes spin classes, crafts, children's activities and the chance to engage with patients, survivors and supporters of pulmonary fibrosis. Alexander-Carew says he expects 100150 people to attend and hopes the event raises between $10,000-$20,000. In June 2011, the Oakville resident was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) -- a disease of unknown cause that creates inflammation and eventually scarring in the lungs. New members on HHS board It's a great family event with activities for everyone.... You don't need to spin to attend, just come and have a good time. Rob Alexander-Carew Co-founder of Rob's Ride The condition makes it hard to breathe and over time the scarring becomes so thick, the lungs are unable to take in oxygen. In 2012, a friend of Alexander-Carew was shocked at the lack of information out on the disease. Together, they put on a fundraising spinning event on stationary bikes to not only garner more awareness on IPF but to also raise money to improve its diagnosis and treatment. It is estimated 30,000 Canadians suffer from pulmonary fibrosis and 6,000 new cases surface each year, according to a media release. The median survival for IPF patients is between two to three years after diagnosis. In 2012, Alexander-Carew underwent a successful double lung transplant and has vowed to pay it forward with his event. Robert Alexander-Carew, pictured at last year's event, is hosting the fourth annual Rob's Ride Indoor Cycling for Pulmonary Fibrosis tomorrow (Friday).| Oakville Beaver file photo Halton Healthcare Services (HHS) recently appointed two new members to its board of directors. John Burke, Ontario Public Service senior leader, and Jeff Zabudsky, Sheridan College president, will join the 17 other board members at HHS. "We are honoured to be able to tap the expertise of experienced leaders such as Mr. Burke and Dr. Zabudsky," said Lorenzo Biondi, HHS board chair. "Their skills will help Halton Healthcare as it continues its transformation as an organization and enable it to continue its focus on exemplary patient care experiences." An Oakville resident and career public servant, Burke is the former chief administrative officer of Halton Region and former chair of the Ontario Clean Water Agency. He spent 11 years in the Ontario Public Service as deputy minister of the following ministries: Community Safety and Correctional Services; Municipal Affairs and Housing; Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs; and Natural Resources and Forestry. Having studied at Halifax's St. Mary's University and Western University in Ontario, Burke is a graduate of the Institute of Corporate Directors. He also collectively has 30 years of senior see Opening on p.45 IS ! TH DAY N SU DIAMOND Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington ON * FREE PARKING * Open 10am - 5pm. General Admission $10.00 Seniors $8.00 October 25 Fabio De Rango Pharmacist/Owner Voted Oakville's Favourite Pharmacist & Pharmacy · Patient Counselling · Complete Diabetic Care · Home Visits · Consultations · Free RX Delivery DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 478 Dundas Street West | 905-257-9737 Canada Post SPECIAL APPEARANCE BY MARY JO EUSTACE Launching her new gluten-free cookbook! Stock your pantry with DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 2501 Third Line | 905-465-3000 Open 24 hours | 7 Days a Week www.shoppersdrugmart.ca unique products! Meet and Greet & Book Signing 12noon Free Samples from your favorite brands! Why Do Oakville Families Trust Us with All Their Dental Needs? CosmetiC & Family Dentistry · implants invisalign · Dentures... From start to Finish! Learn new recipes & meal ideas! COOKING DEMOS! Shop in a safe gluten-free environment! CROWN/DENTURE REPAIRS & RELINES, WHILE YOU WAIT Mon. - Fri. 9am - 6pm Saturday 9am - 1pm seniors DisCount Free Consultations New patients & ChilDren welcoMe OAKVILLE'S ONLY DENTAL OFFICE WITH A LAB ON PREMISES www.canadasglutenfreemarket.com 2274 Lakeshore Rd. W. (at East Street) Oakville 905-827-2066 · www.brontedentist.com Dr. Michael Vo d.m.d · Kim Chung d.d.