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Yearly Archives: 2007
It's Christmas
Christmas is here. That means it is end of the year. It is time to take stock of things. It is time to ask some questions and time to plan for the next year. There are six questions I will … Continue reading
Anaphylactic Shock
Dear Dr. B: What is anaphylaxis? Anaphylaxis (say “anna-full-ax-iss”) is a life-threatening allergic reaction. It occurs when a person becomes sensitized to a substance and is again exposed to that substance. The body responds with release of histamines and other … Continue reading
You and Flu Vaccine
Have you had your flu shot yet? If yes, then you are smart and you do care about your health. If no, then you should worry about your health and get a flu shot. Here are some reasons, summarized from … Continue reading
Marijuana and Madness
A recent British study reveals that all users of cannabis (marijuana and hashish) are genetically at risk of developing schizophrenia or a related psychotic disorder. What is psychosis? According American Heritage Dictionary, psychosis is a severe mental disorder, with or … Continue reading
A man with benign enlarged prostate gland – What are the treatment options?
A man has symptomatic benign enlargement of the prostate gland. What are his treatment options? “Prostatic disease eventually affects almost all men; benign prostatic hypertrophy or hyperplasia (BPH) is an inevitable part of aging,” says an article in the Canadian … Continue reading
The Power of Sleep
Are we sleep deprived? When I was at the peak of my career, I used to brag that I did not need more than five hours of sleep each night. I take power naps at least couple of times a … Continue reading
The Power of Vitamin D
Summer is almost over. Kids are back to school. I am back to writing my columns. A friend wants to know: What should I make of all the news about vitamin D? I said to him: If you haven’t started … Continue reading
Did you know…
Did you know the death rate for breast cancer for Canadian women has dropped by 25 per cent since 1986? A Canadian Cancer Society special report in Canadian Statistics 2007 says increased participation in organized breast screening programs (particularly by … Continue reading
Diverticulosis
Dear Dr. B: I was recently diagnosed with diverticulosis of the colon. Is it true that I should avoid nuts, seeds and popcorn in my diet? Answer: That is the advice given to patients with diverticulosis. I didn’t agree with … Continue reading
Protecting yourself outdoors: skin cancers, mosquito bites, and eye protection
This is another entry into my video blog series produced specifically for my website. I hope you have enjoyed the past entries, and will continue to do so in the future. Today, I would like to speak to you about … Continue reading
Medical Moment (CHAT TV): Skin Cancer
Medical Moment was a series of infomercials which was produced in collaboration with CHAT TV to help better inform the public about various health topics around the year 1999. This specific Medical Moment is about skin cancer, a very serious … Continue reading
Medical Moment (CHAT TV): Heart Disease
Medical Moment was a series of infomercials which was produced in collaboration with CHAT TV to help better inform the public about various health topics around the year 1999. This specific Medical Moment is about heart disease, a very serious … Continue reading
Stroke Prevention
June is stroke month. Stroke is the third leading cause of death. That means we should remind ourselves about the prevention and early recognition of stroke symptoms. Early recognition of stroke symptoms can lead to early treatment with clot busting … Continue reading
Screening for Colorectal Cancer
Dear Dr. B: What is the best screening tool for early detection of colorectal polyps and cancer? What are the guidelines for screening? Answer: This subject is gaining more importance each day. In the month of March I was at … Continue reading
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Tagged colonoscopy, Colorectal cancer, flexible sigmoidoscopy
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