20 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday October 13, 2007 www.oakvillebeaver.com A STEP BEYOND IN CARE Specializing in: · Foot/Arch Pain · General/Diabetic Care · Permanent Ingrown Toenail Removal · Custom Made Foot Orthotics Reiki and Reflexology now available SALIMA KASSAM REG. CHIROPODIST Region offers free flu shot clinics The Halton Region Health Department will be offering free flu immunization clinics to all Halton residents starting later this month. Clinics will be held throughout the region at various schools and community centres, including the Halton Regional Centre at 1151 Bronte Rd., Oakville. The complete clinic schedule can be viewed at www.halton.ca/flu. "Everyone is encouraged to get the influenza vaccine to protect themselves, their co-workers and their families from influenza," said Regional Chair Gary Carr. Annual immunization is recommended for everyone six months of age and older. Individuals of any age with certain medical problems or chronic illness, young children, all pregnant women and seniors are considered high priority for flu vaccination as they're at high risk for flurelated complications. Immunization is also important for those who may spread the flu to this high-risk group and for those who provide essential community services. "With a good match between the strains in the vaccine and those in circulation, the influenza vaccine is 70 to 90 per cent effective in preventing the flu in healthy adults and may protect them for up to one year," said Halton Medical Officer of Health Dr. Bob Nosal. Other steps can also be taken to help reduce the spread of the flu virus to others, such as: Washing your hands often and well with soap and water. Use alcohol-based sanitizers if soap and water aren't available. Covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. If a tissue isn't available, cough into your sleeve. Avoiding people who are sick and staying home when not feeling well. Avoiding contact with your eyes, nose and mouth, since germs are often carried on your hands. Cleaning hard surfaces that are touched or handled regularly such as doorknobs, toys and telephones. For more information about the flu or the clinic schedule call 905-825-6000 or visit the aforementioned website. New Location P CALL 905-632-1414 728 Burloak Drive Attention New Parents... Chiropractic Mother's Morning Out FREE Next Class: Monday, Oct. 22 10:30-11:30 a.m. · Learn developmental exercises and infant yoga · Learn postural and core strengthening exercises · Discuss health and wellness issues Please RSVP at 905-845-2291 to reserve your spot! Playmat space is limited! MEDICAL BREAKTHROUGH Do you have back or neck pain? Our Spinal Decompression Technology can help! Call NOW for a free report on how to get your life back! Women's health forum Oct. 23 New directions in women's health screening will be the topic of a free public education seminar on Tuesday, Oct. 23. Cancer screening involves finding pre-cancerous lesions or cancer early so that it can be easily treated or even prevented from developing further. In Ontario, however, statistics show that too few people are being screened for cancer, and too many are being diagnosed with late stage disease and dying from it. The public is invited to attend the free presentation on Tuesday, Oct. 23. It will be held at 7 p.m. at St. Volodymyr Cultural Centre, 1280 Dundas St. W. It's an opportunity to learn about three important and essential cancer screening programs: breast, cervical and colorectal. All three of these areas will be discussed and it will be explained how and when these screenings should become a regular part of every woman's healthcare. Dr. Sheldon Fine, Chief of Oncology at Credit Valley Hospital will discuss breast health screening. Gynecological health screening is a subject of great interest, especially in light of the recent development of the new vaccine for Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which will help protect women from developing cervical cancer. Dr. Santina Andrighetti, an obstetrician and gynaecologist with Halton Healthcare Services, will talk about this controversial topic as well as the importance of cervical screening. Dr. Linda Rabeneck, the Regional V.P. of Cancer Care Ontario, and V.P. for Regional Cancer Care Services at Sunnybrook Hospital, will address the second leading cause of cancer death in Ontario - colorectal cancer. Displays and refreshments will be available from 6:30 p.m. The seminar will commence at 7 p.m. To register, call 905-338-4379 or 905-873-0111, ext. 4379 or e-mail elittle@haltonhealthcare.on.ca. For more information, call 905-6377206 or visit www.cancercare.on.ca. Dr. from 11:30-3:00 this SaturdayJenna Davis p.m. Kids Day International Family Chiropractor/Acupuncturist Alliance Healthcare Professionals 905-339-2500 Dr. Jenna Davis 905.845.2291 232 South Service Rd. E, Oakville, ON L6J 2X5 www.alliancehealthcare.ca Looking for healthy postmenopausal women If you are: · A healthy postmenopausal woman · At least 18 years of age · A light smoker or a non-smoker who do not regularly take medication You may qualify to participate in this research study, which may involve an investigational drug, and be compensated up to $1,350 upon study completion. Call: 905-629-5777 or Toll Free: 1-888-ARI-5544 Regular hours of operation: Monday to Friday 9 am to 8 pm & Saturday 9 am to 5 pm 4520 Dixie Rd, Mississauga www.allied-research.com A Company of SM ARI is a contract research organization dedicated to the advancement of clinical research. We conduct research for both healthy volunteers and those with medical conditions in a safe and friendly environment. LMC Endocrinology Centres Please Call: 1-866-701-ENDO (3636) or visit us @ www.lmc.ca