He donated a $50 million building to help children's mental health. Part of the reason? His own battle with mental health issues. Guest Robert Eilers. A new early treatment for COVID-19 was just approved by Health Canada. Guest: Dr. Zain Chagla, Infectious Diseases and Internal Medicine, St. Joseph's Healthcare and Hamilton Health Sciences. Ontario's doctors are calling on the province to create a vaccination certificate that could be used by employers and private businesses such as restaurants. Guest: OMA President, Dr. Adam Kassam.
A milestone in the battle against Covid-19. Hauser's Pharmacy and Home Healthcare have delivered their 5,000th shot of the Covid-19 vaccine. And, to make it even easier, they're now offering walk-in appointments. Guest: Phil Hauser. ~ The Canadian Mental Health Association, Waterloo Wellington (CMHA WW) has announced the groundbreaking of the state-of-the-art Centre for Children's Mental Health and Developmental Services Building in Guelph. The three-floor building will be a hub for over 30 service providers focused on youth wellness and resilience and will welcome 9,000 local children, youth and their families needing mental health and developmental services, support and treatment each year. Guest: Helen Fishburn, CEO of CMHA WW. ~ She is the founding funder of #womenmind at CAMH Foundation, a new community of philanthropists dedicated to closing the gender gap on mental health by supporting female researchers studying the female brain. Guest: Sandi Treliving.
A new report by the Hospital for Sick Children says half of kids eight to 12 and 70 per cent of adolescents reported clinically significant depressive symptoms. That has one Hamilton MPP very concerned. Guest: Monique Taylor, NDP Mental Health and Addictions critic. The past year has been unprecedented, with the pandemic presenting a significant impact on health care, especially the way in which health care professionals treat people with diabetes. A recent study from Diabetes Canada suggests complications related to diabetes lihave increased due to reduced access to in-person care and services. A diabetic foot ulcer caused David to wear an air cast for 14 months over the course of the pandemic. But as someone who had to shut down his business during the first wave of the pandemic - dealing with challenges is something of a second nature to him. Guest: David, Hamilton small business owner.
#FacesofCanadianHealthcare art contest was designed to celebrate Canada's healthcare workers and the incredible sacrifices they have made during COVID-19. The contest launched in April and garnered more than 100 art submissions and over 54,000 votes. The winning entry was "I see you," a beautiful painting of a face, covered by a mask, worn by a nurse. Guest: Maggie Coffin Prowse, winner of the contest. Despite the vast evidence to support the need for proper sleep hygiene, Statistics Canada reports that 1 in every 2 adults have trouble going to sleep or staying asleep. Not only that, a staggering 1 in 5 adults report not feeling refreshed after a full night's rest. Why do many of us still struggle to get a good night's rest? Guest: Jake Mossop, (aka Nurse Jake): registered nurse, medical professional at one of Toronto's prominent mental health hospitals and WW Coach.
McMaster University and Rapid Dose Therapeutics are investigating a made-in-Canada oral vaccine candidate that could significantly change the way vaccines are administered. Guest: Mark Upsdell, CEO, Rapid Dose Therapeutics. A new COVID-19 vaccination clinic hosted by ArcelorMittal Dofasco and Hamilton public health has opened up in the city's east end. The community clinic is open at the Centre on Barton that will be open to both ArcelorMittal Dofasco employees and Hamilton residents who are eligible for their first and second shots. Guest: Sean Donnelly, President, AMD. The Sexual Assault Advisory Committee. a collaboration between the Halton Violence Prevention Council and Halton Regional Police Service, recently launched a new website for survivors and supporters of sexual violence. Thea Symonds Coordinator, Halton Violence Prevention Council.
Dedicated to meeting the mental health needs of racialized youth, YouThrive is a new program offered by the Youth Wellness Centre of St. Joseph`s Healthcare Hamilton in partnership with Thrive Child and Youth Trauma Services and Hamilton Regional Indian Centre. Providing peer support and culturally adapted care, YouThrive will help Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC) in dealing with issues specific to racially marginalized youth. Guests: Lisa Jeffs, Manager of YWC Jaleesa Bygrave, YouThrive clinician. Boots on the Ground, is a not-for-profit organization that offers third party peer mental health support by First Responders for First Responders all over Ontario. Boots has seen the demand for its services spike recently with March being one of the busiest months ever for the 24-hour helpline it runs. Boots is expanding its services to include nurses as well, who have been hit hard by the pandemic. Guest: Founder Dave McLennan. Troy Wagner, who is a member of the Hamilton Professional Fire Fighters Association (HPFFA) - Local 288, made his 50th blood donation to Canadian Blood Services. Troy made this donation during the annual Sirens for Life blood donor campaign in which firefighters, police and paramedics participate in a friendly competition to see who can recruit the most donors.
Chronic inflammatory disease is something more women are dealing with. But, they're failing to speak to their doctors about family planning, potentially leaving their child and their own personal health at risk. This pattern has heightened during COVID. Guest: Dr. Maeve Gamble, Rheumatologist. With the recent announcement that Ontario is now in Stage One, the stress, anxiety, and uncertainty of this transition period can pose serious mental health challenges. Mental health has been at the forefront of conversations throughout the pandemic, yet little is known about the potential impacts reopening will have. Guest: Dr. Khush Amaria, Senior Clinical Director at MindBeacon. Naomi Osaka withdrew from the French Open, saying she experienced "huge waves of anxiety" before speaking to the media, and revealing she has "suffered long bouts of depression." Then, Patrick Chan also revealed he struggled with bouts of depression and anxiety while competing These stories have pushed once-taboo topic of mental health in sports into the spotlight, and prompted questions about the role of the media. Guest: Karen MacNeill, performance consultant and mental health counsellor for Canada's Olympic teams.
A new report explores how more people can access physical activity during and after the pandemic. "Change for Good Health: Blueprint for Canada" outlines key recommendations, based on input from 22 organizations and healthcare experts Guest: Amanda Sterczyk from Diabetes Canada. June is Brain Injury Awareness Month in Canada. McMaster innovation health tech company VoxNeuro says, 456 people suffer a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) every day. This represents ONE Canadian every three minutes. There are more Canadians living with a brain injury than those living with multiple sclerosis, HIV/AIDS, spinal cord injuries and breast cancer combined. Guest: Kimberly Elliott, Co-founder and COO of VoxNeuro.
Lifeworks Mental Health Index™ shows that while Canadians are beginning to feel more positive about their mental health, significant work to improve remains. The monthly report reveals a negative mental-health score among Canadians for the thirteenth consecutive month. Guest: Paula Allen, global leader and senior vice president, research and total wellbeing. Living with Muscular Dystrophy has some physical and mental challenges. SMA in particular is one that can have an enormous impact on those who live with it. SMA is a motor neuron disease that affects voluntary muscles used for everyday activities such as standing, walking, sitting-up and even breathing. Guest: Stacey Lintern, CEO of Muscular Dystrophy Canada. Throughout the pandemic, millions of people have turned to running for an array of both life-enhancing and pivotal reasons: better physical health, mental health, and for a sense of freedom and clarity. Then there's this guy. He ran 135-miles nonstop across Death Valley, ran a marathon to the South Pole, and did 50 marathons, in all 50 states, in 50 consecutive days. His new book is called, A Runner's High. Guest: Dean Karnazes.
Wait times to see a Dermatologist are long, yet skin cancer is on the rise. Melanoma Skin Cancer is now number seven on the list of cancers in Canada. Although less common than other forms of skin cancer, it is a serious and potentially fatal form. A new, painless way to test skin lesions and moles has been created. Guest: Tom Fiser, Suspicious Mole™ Men often lose focus of the importance of prioritizing their health especially when it comes to prostate and mental health. Preventative measures and early detection has the ability to save many lives. On the Victoria Day weekend, a unique way to raise critical awareness, prevention and support programs was held; the Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride. Men rode their motorcycles, wearing suits! Guest: Joe Mancinelli, participant. She appears to have it all. She's married to an international rock star and is successful in her own career. But, what you see is not always what you get. She's started a blog and support group about a tough subject that's affecting her. She calls them "middle age mean girls". It deals with the issue of women being bullied and shamed. Guest: Kirsten de los Reyes.
Green Shield Canada is making major investments in digital mental health services and treatment options. The company says its digital mental health provider, Inkblot, grew more than 400% in the past year as Canadians become more and more comfortable with virtual medical treatment and counselling. Guest: Joe Blomeley VP of Mental Health at Green Shield Canada. Ford of Canada has donated more than $100,000 worth of hand sanitizer to Food for Life partner organizations in Halton and Hamilton . Guest: Graham Hill, Executive Director of Food for Life.
May is Better Hearing Month. When it comes to our health, we know we need to eat well, exercise and get enough sleep. We may not know that good hearing health is related to our overall health. We often don't get checked until we experience serious hearing symptoms. Guest: Andreas Seelisch, Director of Audiology at Hearing Solutions. Morneau Shepell announced the March results of its monthly Mental Health Index, revealing that prolonged pandemic-related isolation continues to negatively impact the mental health of Canadians. The Index showed an 11.2 point drop from the pre-2020 benchmark of 75, with the sub-score of psychological health steadily declining over the past 12 months. Paula Allen, global leader and senior vice president, research and total wellbeing. Doctors and other front-line professionals, backed by Canadian celebrities, have banded together to get accurate vaccine information to those most at risk of contracting COVID-19. The This Is Our Shot campaign was driven largely by groups that have been reaching out to and advocating for racialized communities bearing the brunt of the pandemic. Celebrities are pushing the campaign by posting photos of themselves on social media wearing This Is Our Shot T-shirts. Guest: Clara Hughes, six-time Olympic medalist.
Labatt Breweries is calling on corporate leaders across the country to join a public awareness effort aimed at educating Canadians about COVID-19 vaccination efficacy and safety to combat hesitancy. The campaign is called #TogetherAgain. Guest: Kyle Norrington, President, Labatt Breweries of Canada. A new Ipsos poll on mental health done exclusively for Global News has some disturbing information. Mental health was becoming an increasing challenge before the pandemic hit. And, the pandemic has clearly exacerbated the situation. The proportion of Canadians at "high risk" is up 8% since 2018 and now stands at 50%. Guest: Jennifer McLeod Macey Vice President Canadian Public Affairs, Ipsos. Her brother died of an overdose this last summer. He suffered from addiction for the better part of his life. Self-medicating was how she started to cope, but it soon spiraled from there. She thinks the pandemic has made things tougher for people who were already struggling. Guest: Sheila Taylor.
May 3-7 is Mental Health Week. The message is #GetReal about how you really feel. Guest: Peter Bloemendal, CMHA Hamilton. The pandemic has caused a lot of anxiety. And now, there's something more to deal with. Families now need to investigate who they have caring for their loved ones who are vulnerable. One family lost close to a hundred-thousand dollars, due to the PSW they hired to care for their father. Guest: Shirlea Crook, Care for Life Support Services. In 2002, his father suffered a massive stroke and two years later, passed away in his son's arms. As he was helping his mother cope with the loss of her husband, he was diagnosed with cancer. Then he and his wife lost a baby. He was six figures in the hole. How did he recover from these devasating issues? Guest: Joseph Mauko.
Many people are working from home. That could lead to slouching over the computer. Some are starting to get more outdoor activity. That could lead to joint problems. Guest: Dr. Thomas Holovacs, Shoulder Surgeon & Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon, Massachusetts General Hospital. The Breast Cancer Society of Canada (BCSC) has announced the 30th anniversary of their annual Mother's Day Walk, is now called the One Billion Steps Challenge. Guest: Kimberly Carson, CEO of the Breast Cancer Society of Canada. Migraines can be brutal. Only those that get them, understand how debilitating they can be. You'll hear about the latest advances in medical treatment. Dr. Elizabeth Leroux , President of the Canadian Headache Society.
Joseph Brant Hospital is ramping down and postponing all non-urgent pre-scheduled surgeries and procedures in response to significant pressure on critical care bed capacity across the province. This decision follows the direction of Ontario Health. Guest: Dr. Ian Preyra, Chief of Staff, Joseph Brant Hospital. The Oakville Community Foundation is helping to get the message out that's the time to #PasstheBatonCanada. It's a weeklong national campaign Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of Donovan Bailey's 100M Gold Medal and the Men's 4X100M Relay Gold Medal. This event offers a series of a COVID-friendly health initiatives, anywhere in Canada, for members of the same social bubble. Guest: Wendy Rinella, CEO of Oakville Community Foundation. He lives in Oakville, and looks forward to helping everyone #PasstheBatonCanada in order to raise funds for charity. And, he revists that memorable night in Atlanta, at the 1996 Summer Olympics. Guest: Donovan Bailey.
Canada's healthcare workers - doctors, nurses, pharmacists, technicians, custodial staff - have been the backbone of the COVID-19 pandemic. To recognize their outstanding work and sacrifices made, a Mississauga-based healthcare procurement organization has launched the #FacesofCanadianHealthcare art contest. All Canadian artists - amateur or professional - can enter the contest by submitting a painting, drawing, photograph or computer rendering for their chance to win a cash prize, as well as the opportunity to direct a $25,000 donation to the publicly funded Canadian healthcare facility of their choice. Guest: HealthPRO CEO, Renato Discenza. Worldwide, more than 463 million people are living with diabetes, one of the fastest growing health challenges of our time. To help those living with the disease, Sun Life is helping to fund the development of education materials for a new virtual diabetes program. The program provides information, tools and tips to prevent type 2 diabetes and encourage a healthy lifestyle. Guest: Paul Joliat, Assistant VP, Global Partnerships, Sun Life. April is National Organ & Tissue Donation Awareness Month. David Foster and the David Foster Foundation are using this month to draw awareness to the constant need for support and encourages all Canadians to get #GetVocal. Guest: Michael Ravenhill, CEO, David Foster Foundation.
Hauser's Pharmacy and Home Healthcare will be offering #COVID19 vaccines to those who qualify. Guest: Phil Hauser. Ontario recently announced that people with a high Body Mass Index (BMI) have been prioritized for the 2nd phase of the province's COVID-19 vaccine rollout beginning in April, marking an important step forward in supporting the eight million Canadians living with obesity. Guest: Dr. Kristen Terenzi. Sun Life and the Toronto Raptors are taking to social media to get Canadians up and moving. The Sun Life Healthy You Challenge launches April 5 with Toronto Raptors forward Chris Boucher and alumnus Jerome "JYD" Williams. Weekly challenges will inspire Canadians to take charge of their physical and mental health. Guest: Véronique Dorval, Senior Vice-President, Client Experience Office, Sun Life. "International Day of Pink" is being held, Wednesday, April, 14th. He wrote an anti-bullying and self-help book entitled "Tears of Loneliness: The Angel Within." Guest: Ryan Doyle.
Morneau Shepell announced the February results of its monthly Mental Health Index. It indicated that Canadians' mental health continued to decline for the eleventh consecutive month. The Index showed an -11.5 point drop from the pre-2020 benchmark of 75, led by increased feelings of depression. Guest: Paula Allan, global leader and senior vice president, Morneau Shepell. National Caregiver Day in Canada takes place on April 6. A former caregiver looked after his young wife for 11 years before she passed away from breast cancer in 2009. After his wife's passing, the 55-year-old former investment banker, transformed his life path to become a Life Coach to caregivers. Guest: Robert Pardi. Like many people who are diagnosed with Parkinson's, she struggled with accepting her new reality. It took five years before doctors were able to officially diagnose her with the disease at the age of 31. In the early stages of her diagnosis, she hid it from her family, friends, and coworkers. It wasn't until she was approached by Parkinson Canada to be part of their No Matter What campaign, that she officially "came out" to her entire community. Guest: Caitlin Nagy.
March is Nutrition Month. A celebrity chef, dietitians and professional home economists from across Canada are celebrating by hosting a free virtual bake-along for all Canadians. Think of it as one big kitchen party to celebrate Nutrition Month! Guest: Emily Richards, Canadian cookbook author, past contributor to Canada's Food Guide. How often a person takes daytime naps, if at all, is partly regulated by their genes. That's according to new research led by investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital. Guest: Dr. Hassan Saeed Dashti, co-author of the study. Homelessness is everywhere and has been on the rise due to Covid-19. The homeless community not only have a higher risk of contracting the disease, the longer it continues, more will become homeless. Now, there's a way for you to help. Guest: Georgina Rosenberg, Executive Director, Homeless Cars