April 30, 2007

12:10: The Health Roundup, with Jay & Jamie.

12:15: A Hamilton man has organized his own fundraiser to benefit McMaster Children’s Hospital. Jeffrey Holk is putting on ‘Elvis: The Way It Was’ featuring well-known Elvis impersonator Steve Kabakos at the Dofasco Centre for the Arts (Theatre Aquarius) May 4, 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 and $40.

Guest: Jeffrey Holk, Financial Consultant with Investors Group (but Investors Group is not involved…)

12:20: There is an upcoming seminar in Burlington on menopause and andropause. It’s free and being held on May 9^th at the Burlington Convention Centre with Dr. Larry & Joan Komer.

Guest: Dr. Larry Komer, well-known authority in obstetrics and gynecology who has conducted extensive research into issues relating to women's health. He is an active member of the consulting staff in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital in Burlington, where he also maintains a busy private practice.

12:35: Know any doctors? Well, you might wanna give him or her a hug this week. Halton Region is honouring MDs with the fifth-annual Physician Appreciation Week starting today and running through Friday.

Guest: Angela Sugden Praysner, Halton’s Physician Recruitment Co-ordinator.

For your info: Irene Hogan discussed joint pain & inflammation on 900CHML today!
Meds mentioned: zyflamend, zeel, omega 3's, traumeel, organic teas and green tea.

Discuused the benefits of green tea, or products containing the four polyphenols found in fresh tea leaves ( EGCG) . The direct impact of EGCG from tea may prevent arthritis, and inhibit the production of inflammatory molecules associated with joint damage. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (Omega-3 PUFAs) have also been used to treat joint pain associated with several inflammatory conditions.
Between 40% and 60% of Americans use complementary and alternative medicine to manage medical conditions, prevent disease and promote health and well-being.