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What's New On CFP Health Pages:
  1. New Campaign Breaks the Taboo Around The Big Ow
  2. Media Statement - New Multiple Sclerosis Research Warrants Funding
  3. Cardiologists Say This Research is “Hog Wash”
  4. Excess Salt; It’s like a Commuter Jet Crashing Every Day
  5. Health Canada approves tadalafil to help patients with serious, life-threatening lung disease
Recent Health Articles by Topic
Aging - Geriatrics
Health Canada approves first and only once-a-month treatment for postmenopausal osteoporosis
 By News on the Net  Monday, June 1, 2009

Health Canada has approved Actonel(R) (risedronate sodium tablets) 150 mg, Canada’s first and only once-a-month dosing option in the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis. Canadian patients at high risk of osteoporotic fracture now have the convenience of taking one tablet on the same day each month.

The Father Factor: How Dad’s Age Increases Baby’s Risk of Mental Illness
 By Online  Friday, January 30, 2009

- Paul Raeburn 
Key Concepts


It is widely recognized that a 40-year-old woman has an increased risk of bearing a child with Down syndrome. What is not known is that a 40-year-old man has the same risk of fathering a child with schizophrenia—and even higher odds of his offspring having autism. The risk of bipolar disorder appears to rise as well.

Cancer
Cancer Defence
 By Michael Vallins  Thursday, January 28, 2010

In April 2008 I was diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus at age 66.  Since that diagnosis, through daily study about cancer and its possible causes (thank God for the Internet) I’ve acquired an exhaustive library of knowledge, medical and alternative non-medical, a great deal concerning diet and the very likely connection to some of the reasons people get cancer. 

The Lies And Truths Of Mammography
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Monday, December 14, 2009

Never before have women been more confused about breast mammography. A U.S panel of experts now reports that women under 40 years of age do not need mammograms, and those over 50 require them only every two years. So here are eight points women should know about mammography.

Cardiovascular
Cardiologists Say This Research is “Hog Wash”
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, February 7, 2010

What are the pleasures and frustrations of writing a medical column? The best reward is the response from readers whose health has been helped by a column. The greatest frustration is when a new medical topic triggers a negative response from doctors. But who provide no scientific explanation for their opinion.

Should You Take A Baby Aspirin Every Day?
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, November 1, 2009

A reader writes, “I’ve been taking a baby aspirin daily for years to prevent a heart attack. Now, I’ve read that not everyone should take this pill.” She then added, “So is there a natural way to decrease the risk of coronary attack?”

Eyes, Ears, Nose Throat
The Doctor Game
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Monday, October 19, 2009

Trained Monkeys Should Attend Hockey Games.  Do you know what I’d do if I owned a trained monkey? I’d give him my season tickets to hockey games at the Air Canada Center (ACC) in Toronto. It would save me from incessant, ear-splitting noise. Besides, it would also save me from repeatedly asking, “What did you say?”

Eggs Decrease Risk of Macular Degeneration
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Monday, May 4, 2009

“Don’t you worry about cholesterol in eggs?” a friend recently asked me. I had ordered ham-and-eggs for breakfast which I often enjoy. But my friend was sure that eggs were a nutritional relic of the past, only good for a display at the Smithsonian Institution. I told him he was suffering from “cholesterolphobia”, should upgrade his thinking about eggs, and that if he would order the same breakfast, it would decrease his risk of heart disease and macular degeneration.

Exercise and Sports
Lions Don’t Buy Nike Running Shoes
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, May 31, 2009

Have you ever seen lions running? You bet they run when they’re hungry and chasing prey. The only other time they exercise is at mating season when they’re having sex every 20 minutes! But most of the time they lay around or sleep. Exercise is simply not high on their priority list, and they survive well without buying Nike running shoes.

Sitting Disease: Obesity’s True Culprit
 By Center for Consumer Freedom  Tuesday, January 27, 2009

A Mayo Clinic researcher has identified exactly what is causing people to gain so much weight, even though our eating habits haven’t changed a lick in decades. So what’s behind our expanding waistlines? It’s called “sitting disease” – and it’s entirely preventable.

Gastroenterology
The Truth About GERD
 By Robert Palmer  Monday, January 11, 2010

It’s been 30 days since I cured my Gastroesophageal Reflux disease (GERD) because I went to a Otorhinolaryngologists (ENT) instead of a Gastroenterologist.

“On A Date, I Always Wonder Where the Bathroom Is?”
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, December 27, 2009

How would you feel, at 18 years of age, if suddenly diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease (CD)? It would be devastating news. Unlike other well-known diseases you would know nothing about this trouble, and even the name sounds ominous. Crohn’s Disease is not a household word and, in spite of its importance, receives few research dollars. But you would not be alone.

Gynacology
New Campaign Breaks the Taboo Around The Big Ow
 By Online  Monday, February 8, 2010

When it comes to symptoms of menopause like hot flashes, weight gain or trouble sleeping, chances are most women wouldn’t hesitate to speak to their doctor. But there is another common - and equally distressing - effect of menopause that many women just keep to themselves. The Big Ow, also known as vaginal atrophy, will affect as many as two million Canadian women in the next 10 years(1) - but most are too shy or embarrassed to talk about it, even with their doctor.

Oprah: Now She’s Become a Hormone Specialist!
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, November 22, 2009

Oprah is rich, immensely popular, internationally known, and very, very media smart. But is she a legitimate doctor dispensing hormonal advice to women? Two internationally known endocrinologists claim she gets an E for misinforming women about this important matter.

Health - Sex
Off-With-Your- Panties-Videos At Age Six?
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Monday, March 2, 2009

“Do you know where your children are this evening?” It’s a question we often hear these days about parents who fail to keep an eye on their children’s whereabouts. But suppose you’re a diligent parent and they’re in your own home. How safe are they when watching television?

Do The Toronto Maple Leafs Need More Sex?
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Monday, January 28, 2008

What’s wrong with the Toronto Maple leafs? They haven’t won a Stanley Cup since 1967. This year, again, they’re floundering and may once again miss the playoffs.

Medical News
Media Statement - New Multiple Sclerosis Research Warrants Funding
 By Online  Monday, February 8, 2010

The pioneer of a new, but yet unproven, treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS), Dr. Zamboni, will make his North American debut at a press conference at McMaster University Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario today. Dr. Zamboni, from the University of Ferrara in Italy, was the first to hypothesize that abnormalities in blood drainage from the brain and spinal cord may be a critical culprit in the development of MS.

Health Canada approves tadalafil to help patients with serious, life-threatening lung disease
 By Online  Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Adcirca(TM) (tadalafil) is now available in Canada for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Adcirca represents an important new and convenient option for the estimated 2,000 to 10,000 Canadians with this rare but progressive and serious disorder. Characterized by an elevation of pressure in the pulmonary (lung) arteries, PAH can lead to shortness of breath, fatigue, heart failure and often leads to death within four years of diagnosis.(1)

Medical Notes
Sorry, Uncle Sam, I Refuse To Be Ionized
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, January 24, 2010

“Don’t even think of agreeing to it”, I recently said to a friend who is a frequent flyer to the U.S.  I was referring to the recent announcement that Canadians travelling to our friendly neighbour will be subjected to full body scans. It’s the latest attempt to ensure aviation safety, but how safe is this ionizing procedure to the passenger?

Medical Clowning
 By Online  Friday, January 15, 2010

Medicine
Rx- Suffer A Little Bit
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Monday, April 20, 2009

Why would I want people to suffer pain when in the past I’ve criticized doctors for inadequate pain control? For years I’ve argued it’s inhuman to allow terminal cancer patients to die in agony. How some get insufficient amounts of painkillers. Others are denied medication for fear of addiction even though they have only days or weeks to live. But suffering a little bit is the right prescription for millions of other people. 

Don’t Fire Until You See The Whites of Their Eyes
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Monday, December 1, 2008

What do people fear the most? It’s often said that giving a speech tops the list. But a recent survey shows it’s losing one’s sight. Today, with an aging population, an increasing number of people face the ultimate fear, a condition called Age–related Macular Degeneration (AMD) that destroys vision and can even lead to blindness. For the first time a new medication, Lucentis, is available that stops, and can even reverse, vision loss caused by the most serious form of this debilitating disease.

Nutrition
Excess Salt; It’s like a Commuter Jet Crashing Every Day
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Saturday, February 6, 2010

Suppose you were given this choice, early death from heart attack or stroke, or decreasing the amount of salt in your diet. It would be an easy decision for most people. But decreasing the amount of salt is easier said than done. Today, most packaged foods are loaded with salt. This situation won’t change as long as companies believe consumers are dumb bunnies and can’t read labels.

Super Mushrooms Fight Swine Flu Virus
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, September 6, 2009

“What’s the best natural way to boost immunity against the swine flu virus (SFV)?” a reader from Winnipeg inquires. It’s a good question, as currently this virus is killing small numbers of people. But some researchers believe that H1N1 will return in a few weeks with a vengeance, killing thousands of North Americans. If this happens, can it be possible that a group of powerful medicinal mushrooms can decrease the risk of succumbing to this virus?
Medical News Orthopedics
Arthritis is cured! (if you want it)
 By Online  Tuesday, October 20, 2009

TORONTO, /CNW/ - With arthritis cases in Canada already at alarming levels and growing at unprecedented rates, the arthritis community is urging Canadians not to accept “no cure” as an answer.

Do You Need A Walletectomy?
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Monday, February 2, 2009

How right were mothers and teachers when they told us to sit up straight? What can we do to improve brain function? Is it necessary to take antibiotics before dental procedures when you have a faulty heart valve? And if you have back pain do you need a walletectomy?

Psychiatry
Got The Winter Blues? Buy a Cat
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, January 17, 2010

What happens when days get shorter, colder and the summer sun is gone? Some people slump into “the winter blues”. But 11 million North Americans take a severe nosedive into “seasonal affective disorder” (SAD). So if you’ve started to feel tired, don’t want to get out of bed, or even see friends, here’s Rx 101 to shake the SAD.

How Embalmed Psychiatrists Could Help Patients
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Monday, July 6, 2009

Are you worried that you may need psychological help? Or have you been diagnosed with an emotional illness and desire a second opinion? Today, getting speedy appointments isn’t easy if you’re concerned about mental illness. But there is a way to solve this dilemma. And also, what should you know about embalmed psychiatrists?

Physiology
Myo-Med Saved My Aching Shoulder
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, December 6, 2009

“Where can I get another tube of Myo-Med?” a tennis friend asked me. I’d given him a sample of this cream when his arthritic knee kept him from playing tennis for several months. Now he was back in the game. So how does this new all-natural, toxin-free analgesic help painful joints? And why is it safer than other over-the-counter painkiller creams?

Why Would I Write About a Lame Racehorse?
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, September 13, 2009

How would you like to own a racehorse that won hundreds of thousands of dollars? I’m sure I’d crack open the champagne bottle after each race. But how would you feel when the horse developed arthritis and chip fractures in the knee? Then four veterinarians and two trainers tell you, “This horse could not, and should not, run again”. That’s when I’d start crying in the champagne. But what has a racehorse to do with our aches and pains? In one word, plenty.

Surgery
How To Prevent The Wrong Leg Being Amputated
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, August 23, 2009

Are you scheduled for surgery in 2010? If so, you should know that agreeing to an operation involves some risk. This is a fact of life, and there may never be a way to reduce the risk to zero. But a study from The Harvard Medical School shows there’s a proven way to cut deaths following surgery by 40 percent.

An innovative surgical technique gives hope to patients suffering from refractory epilepsy
 By Online  Thursday, June 25, 2009

Clinicians from the Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal (CHUM) have perfected an operation, which was previously considered too dangerous, to control refractory insular epilepsy, using an innovative microsurgery technique. According to a study published as the feature article in the latest issue of the Journal of Neurosurgery, the new surgical technique is both safe and beneficial for patients.

Urology
Has Anyone Felt Your Testicles Lately?
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, March 29, 2009

How many women will have their breasts examined this year? I don’t know the exact figure but it will be in the millions. But how many men will have their testicles examined during 2009? Again, I don’t know the exact number but it will be miniscule compared to that of the fairer sex. Is this sexual discrimination? If so, we need a class action lawsuit to protect men’s rights or, more to the point, our testicles. But more important, an increase in TSE (testicular self examination) would increase the survival rate of testicular malignancy.

What You Should Ask Before You Say, ‘I Do’
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, September 28, 2008

We’ve often heard a minister ask, “Mary MacTavish, do you take John MacDuff to be your lawful husband, to love and cherish, till death do you part?”

Vitamins
Why Has This Treatment For H1N1 Collected Dust?
 By Dr. Gifford Jones  Sunday, November 29, 2009

A recent newspaper headline read, “Researchers look to common, cheap medications to help H1N1 patients”. Viral experts are wondering whether cholesterol-lowering drugs and steroids could help to save the sickest H1N1patients. If these researchers studied history, they would learn how Dr. Frederick R. Klenner saved an important patient, and many others, from life-threatening viral infections.

Vitamin D deficiency linked to strokes and heart disease: study
 By Online  Tuesday, November 17, 2009

WASHINGTON (AFP) – Insufficient intake of vitamin D, long known to play a key role in bone health, may significantly increase a person’s risk of stroke, heart disease and even death, a US study said Monday.

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