Posts Tagged Health Seminar

Age Related Cognitive Decline

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Memory, cognitive impairment, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are common problems amongst the elderly. These conditions can impact on memory, language, reasoning and judgement. While there are many factors that contribute to the development of cognitive decline in the elderly, there are several steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of developing these conditions, and to reduce their impact on memory and mental functioning.

Please join us on Thursday February 19th to find out more about cognitive diseases and what you can do to reduce your risk.

Presenter:
Graham Beaton, BHSc, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Ottawa Collaborative Care Centres

Date and Time:
Thursday February 19th at 7 pm.

Registration:
To register for this free event, please contact the Sunnyside Public Library or call 613-290-6115.

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Health Seminar – Colorectal Cancer

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Colorectal cancer is the third most frequently diagnosed form of cancer in Canadian adults, affecting nearly 1 in 14 men and 1 in 15 women. It is possible to reduce one’s risk of developing colorectal cancer, and given its frequency, it is important to properly screen for its presence. Please join us to learn more about managing your colorectal health.

Topics of this seminar will include:

  • Anatomy of the digestive system
  • Description of colorectal cancer
  • Risk factors for the development of colorectal cancer
  • Prevention of colorectal cancer
  • Assessment and diagnosis
  • Description of management

Presenter:
Graham Beaton, BHSc, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Ottawa Collaborative Care Centres

Date and Time:
Thursday March 26th at 7 pm.

Registration:
To register for this free event, please contact the Sunnyside Public Library or call 613-290-6115.

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Upcoming Health Seminar – Reducing High Blood Pressure

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Canada today. An important risk factor that contributes to the development of heart disease is high blood pressure. As the majority of Canadians will develop high blood pressure at some point in their lives, it is important to take steps to promote and maintain healthy blood pressure. Come and learn more about blood pressure, and how to reduce your risk of developing heart disease.

This seminar will focus on the following:

  • Description of high blood pressure and hypertension
  • Methods of evaluation and diagnosis
  • Risk factors for developing high blood pressure
  • Description of management

Presenter:
Graham Beaton BHSc, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Common Ground Collaborative Care

Location:
Sunnyside Public Library
1049 Bank Street, Ottawa

Date and Time:
Wednesday January 23rd, 2013 at 2 pm

Registration:
To register for this free event, please contact the Sunnyside Public Library or call 613-290-6115.

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Upcoming Health Seminar – Reducing High Cholesterol

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High cholesterol is an important risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease. Thus, it is important to understand the role of cholesterol in heart disease, know how and when you should be tested, and what is a healthy cholesterol level is for you. Come and learn more about cholesterol, and what you can do to potentially lower your cholesterol levels and promote a healthy heart.

Topics of this seminar will include:

  • Description of high blood cholesterol
  • Explanation of cholesterol evaluation
  • Description of management

Presenter:
Graham Beaton BHSc, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Common Ground Collaborative Care

Location:
Sunnyside Public Library
1049 Bank Street, Ottawa

Date and Time:
Thursday March 21st, 2013 at 7 pm

Registration:
To register for this free event, please contact the Sunnyside Public Library or call 613-290-6115.

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Upcoming Health Seminar – Prostate Health

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Prostate cancer is the second most frequently diagnosed form of cancer in Canadian men, accounting for approximately a quarter of all cancer diagnoses. Given that approximately 25,500 men were diagnosed with prostate cancer in Canada in 2011, it has a great impact on the health of many Canadian men and their families. Please join us to learn more about prostate health, including prostate cancer and benign prostatic hypertrophy.

Topics of this seminar will include:

  • Anatomy of the prostate
  • Description of benign prostatic hypertrophy and prostate cancer
  • Risk factors for benign prostatic hypertrophy and prostate cancer
  • Assessment and diagnostic tools
  • Description of management

Presenter:
Graham Beaton BHSc, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Common Ground Collaborative Care

Date and Time:
Tuesday March 19th at 7 pm.

Registration:
To register for this free event, please contact the Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group or call 613-290-6115.

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Upcoming Health Seminar – Arthritis and Joint Health

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Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of disability amongst Canadian adults. Osteoarthritis causes pain, restrictions in movement and for many sufferers, limits normal activities of daily living. If you are concerned about osteoarthritis, come and join us for this free seminar.

This seminar will explore the following:

  • Description of arthritis
  • Anatomy and biomechanics of joints
  • Methods of evaluation and diagnosis
  • Risk factors
  • Description of management

Presenter:
Graham Beaton BHSc, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Common Ground Collaborative Care

Date and Time:
Tuesday January 15th at 7 pm.

Registration:
To register for this free event, please contact the Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group or call 613-290-6115.

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Upcoming Health Seminar – Osteoporosis and Bone Health

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Osteoporosis is a bone disease resulting in a loss of bone mass. A significant portion of elderly Canadian adults suffer from osteoporosis, leading to increases in their risk of suffering bone fractures. Specifically, more than a third of women and one fifth of Canadian men will suffer an osteoporosis related fracture in their lifetime. These fractures cause significant disabilities and loss of independence. Please join us for this free seminar to learn more about osteoporosis and the risks of osteoporosis related fractures.

This seminar will focus on the following:

  • Description of osteopenia and osteoporosis
  • Methods of evaluation and diagnosis
  • Risk factors
  • Description of management

Presenter:
Graham Beaton BHSc, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Common Ground Collaborative Care

Date and Time:
Tuesday February 5th at 7 pm

Registration:
To register for this free event, please contact the Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group or call 613-290-6115.

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Upcoming Health Seminar – Diabetes and Blood Sugar Control

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Diabetes and impaired blood sugar control are significant health concerns affecting more than 9 million Canadians. If untreated or improperly controlled, diabetes can lead to disease of the heart, kidneys and eyes, as well as nerve damage. Come and join us for this free seminar to learn more about diabetes, diabetic health complications and treatment strategies.

Topics of this seminar will include:

  • Physiology of blood sugar control
  • Methods of evaluation and diagnosis of type 2 diabetes and high blood sugar
  • Description of management

Presenter:
Graham Beaton BHSc, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Common Ground Collaborative Care

Date and Time:
Thursday December 4th, 2014 – 7 pm

Location:
1049 Bank St, Ottawa ON

Registration:
To register for this free event, please contact the the Sunnyside branch of the Ottawa Public Library or call 613-290-6115.

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