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Yearly Archives: 2005
Christmas Thoughts
Christmas is here. That means one more year is gone. Each year is interesting in its own way. There are many things one can look back on and be grateful about. Equally, there are many things we can look back … Continue reading
Male Breast Problems (Gynecomastia)
Dear Dr. B: Do men get breast problems? Answer: Male breasts can have same sort of problems as female breasts. These problems are not common. But when they occur they should not be ignored. In a healthy normal male, the … Continue reading
What's New in Breast Cancer
Dear Dr. B: Whats new in breast cancer? Answer: There are many good things happening in the field of breast cancer. To start with the prognosis is getting better. Nearly 98 per cent of women with early-stage breast cancer will … Continue reading
Miscellaneous Medical News
In September, 2002 a mosquito bit a Toronto resident, George Eliopoulos. He subsequently died due to West Nile virus. Eliopoulos was in his 60s. His family is now suing the Ontario government alleging it failed to properly implement its 2001 … Continue reading
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Celiac Disease
Dear Dr. B: October is Celiac Awareness Month. Recently diagnosed, I find no one truly knows what it is. I didnt know anything about it prior to diagnosis. I would like people to know how difficult it is to live … Continue reading
Prostate Cancer Tests
Dear Dr. B: Can you please tell me about the new test under development for early detection of prostate cancer? Answer: I received this question from a friend whose style of writing and sense of humour I enjoy. The e-mail … Continue reading
Asprin and Colon Cancer
Dear Dr. B: Does aspirin prevent colon and rectal cancer? Answer: In the past there have been numerous reports supporting the protective effect of aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) on the development of cancer. But a recent study … Continue reading
Prevention – West Nile Virus and Melanoma
If you are addicted to reading, listening and watching news then you probably feel your health and your very existence is being threatened by nature. Then in the comfort of your living room you wonder if Albertans have anything to … Continue reading
Holiday in Portugal and Spain
Every now and then go away, Have little relaxation, For when you come back to your work Your judgment will be surer……. – Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) From time to time I listen to Leonardo da Vinci and pack my … Continue reading
Melanoma
How ironic that Chuck Cadman, 57, independent Member of Parliament from British Columbia, should die from melanoma during the summer month of July. His death reminds us again that we have to protect our skin from the damaging effect of … Continue reading
Lactose Intolerance
Dear Dr. B: I have chronic diarrhea. Is it possible that I may have lactose intolerance? Answer: Many conditions can cause diarrhea. It can be acute or chronic in nature. Acute diarrhea is more likely to be the result of … Continue reading
West Nile Virus
These days it is a rare event to find an ideal day when the wind is not howling, the rain is not falling, the sun is shining, the temperature is just right and the bugs are not getting into your … Continue reading
Toenail Problems
There are many people with toenail problems. I wonder if toenails are the most neglected part of our anatomy. I have written about ingrown toenails and fungus infection in the nails. I feel it is time to revisit the subject. … Continue reading
Heart and Stroke
On Friday June 3, the Medicine Hat branch of the Heart and Stroke Foundation had their 12th annual golf classic at Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club. I was one of the 160 golfers to participate in this fundraising event. … Continue reading