Monday June 23 / 2008

Monday June 23 / 2008

12:10: The Health Roundup with Jay McQueen.


12:13-12:45: Very special segment. The President of the Ontario Dental Association, who is based right here in Hamilton, is in the house to take calls about all things dental related!
Guest: Dr. Larry Levin, New President of the Ontario Dental Association.

12:45: Rexall Radio Health Matters segment.

Guest: Irene Hogan.

Tips to Avoid Holiday Mishaps!

Because you want to remember your holiday with a folder of happy smiling faces, not a huge dossier of receipts and an insurance claim we came up with a few tips on how to enjoy your vacation.

Don’t rush into things;
Most holiday accidents happen in the first couple of days and the tip of list from the insurance companies were sprains and fractures. Advice, chill out get your bearings and remember which way drivers drive on the road! New experiences, relaxed inhibitions combined with alcohol can ruin your vacation. Despite the growing popularity of extreme sports, most people can get hurt after simple lapses in common sense.

Don’t get bitten;
Allergic reactions or infections from insect bites can become life-threatening, Advice, cover-up, don’t scratch bites and use a heavy-duty insect repellent, with Deet. If your destination is tropical, check the need for malaria tablets.

Earaches;
The insurers also listed eat infections and cited bacteria encountered while swimming or playing in water. Bad news for parents, ear infections can be extremely painful, and can stop the suffer from flying because of cabin pressure. In most cases antibiotics work quickly, so the advice, see a doctor sooner than later if you suspect an ear infection.

Don’t Make a Bad Menu Choice;
Tummy bugs may be inevitable when they are caused by bacteria that you haven’t met before. Be cautious with street food, make sure fish and meat are properly cooked, wash all your fruit and veg in bottled water. Wash your teeth with bottled water. If you have diarrhea for more than 48 hours, see a doctor. Advice, take a good quality probiotic prior to going on your trip and bring them on your trip.

Holiday healthcare products;
Pharmacies are a fantastic one stop shop for all holiday healthcare items and you can access free expect advice! Stock up on your items before you go. And remember to bring all your medications in their original containers and to keep them on your person when checking in to the airport. Lost luggage, could mean lost medications.

Nadine Janacek Rexall #0202 Blog reporter