Podcast appearances and mentions of Alberta Health Services

Send us a textShe's back! In this long-awaited return to Sirens, Slammers, and Service, Advanced Care Paramedic Sheila Farrell reconnects with host Nikki Cloutier to share what's changed, what's stayed the same, and what it really means to serve in one of the most demanding roles in public safety. Now three years into her ACP career, Sheila walks us through her newest adventure as an Incident Response Paramedic (IRP)—a high-stakes, high-impact position supporting Alberta Health Services during mass casualty events, burn emergencies, poisonings, and more. 

This week on The Discourse, Erika Barootes and Cheryl unpack the two dominant themes in Alberta politics: scandal and separation—with a healthy side of political theater. We start with a deep dive into the UCP health procurement scandal. Alberta Health Services' former CEO, Athena Mentzelopoulos, dropped a $1.7M lawsuit accusing the government of shady dealings with private surgical contracts. Now, former Chief of Staff Marshall Smith is punching back with a $12M defamation suit against Mentzelopoulos and the Globe and Mail. Is it a desperate move or a dangerous miscalculation? Then it's on to Alberta's separatist movement. Between the Republican Party of Alberta, the Alberta Prosperity Project, and Thomas Lukaszuk's pro-Canada counter-petition, the province's political fringes are making noise. But are they making sense? Erika and Cheryl discuss public sentiment, the real economic risks, and whether this movement has any legs beyond Facebook pages and town halls. We wrap with some spicy commentary on upcoming by-elections—especially the one in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills, where Republican leader Cam Davies is running—and a questionable “MLA Dashboard” that outs politicians as separatists… according to who, exactly?

In this episode, Jennifer Alexander, Program Director with Nutrition Services, sits down with Heidi Bates, Director of the Integrated Dietetic Internship Program at the University of Alberta. Heidi shares: • her journey to become a leader in field of dietetics, • what it means to be “fierce” in our profession, and • the exciting changes taking place at University of Alberta. She also explains how the partnership with Alberta Health Services has enriched the training of students and offers pearls of wisdom for dietitians eager to shape the next generation. Get ready for an inspiring, fun, and candid conversation that's sure to spark new ideas and energy in your own professional journey! Learn more about careers as a Registered Dietitian in Alberta: • Dietetics Specialization | Undergraduate Program www.ualberta.ca/en/undergraduate-programs/bachelor-of-science-in-nutrition-and-food-science-dietetics-specialization.html • Dietitian | Alberta Health Services www.albertahealthservices.ca/careers/Page11759.aspx

Allegations of political interference involving Alberta Health Services have been swirling around the provincial government for weeks. The former CEO of Alberta Health Services. Athana Mentzelopoulos, is suing the province for wrongful dismissal, saying she was fired in January for looking into the overpays on contracts with private surgical providers. As the province continues to be hit by allegations of corruption and political interference, a new report from the Parkland Institute reveals how privatization has dramatically increased costs, undermined public hospitals, and prolonged wait times for critical surgeries. We speak with Andrew Longhurst, health policy researcher and the author of the report, Operation Profit.

What Alberta has deemed “common sense legislation” will be introduced as part of the Spring sitting of the Alberta legislature. An Albertan minister has resigned following the controversy between Premier Danielle Smith and Alberta Health Services. A different minister is warning that the federal government may run off the tracks with their high-speed rail, similar to what happened to the Calgary Green Line LRT. Also, a billboard urging Albertans to join the United States has sparked some controversy. These stories and more on The Alberta Roundup with Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Premier Danielle Smith has removed her government's deputy minister of health in the latest move in response to corruption allegations involving Alberta Health Services. Erika Barootes is an academic and formerly involved with the UCP. She reacts to the latest move and looks ahead to what else may be coming. Alberta entered the new year as a standout in the housing market. Records are being broken in terms of starts and rental construction, but will it last? Scott Fash with BILD Alberta Association fills us in on the challenges that lie ahead. It's always important to support the next generation. One to help with that is investing in post-secondary education. Stuart Cullum is president of Red Deer Polytechnic and shares his vision. For more of the Shaye Ganam Show, subscribe to the podcast. https://globalnews.ca/calgary/program/shaye-ganam/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a rough week for the Alberta government. The former CEO of Alberta Health Services, Athana Mentzelopoulos, has filed a $1.7 million lawsuit against the province, setting off a chain reaction that now includes cabinet ministers breaking ranks and a major press conference from Premier Danielle Smith. In this episode, Erika and Cheryl break down: ✅ What the lawsuit means for the government's credibility ✅ Health Minister Adriana LaGrange's future – is she on the chopping block? ✅ Pete Guthrie's bold cabinet confidentiality leak – calculated or accidental? ✅ The political fallout: villains, victims, and strategic missteps

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government is facing scrutiny after serious allegations were in a wrongful dismissal lawsuit launched by Alberta Health Services' former CEO, Athana Mentzelopoulos. The lawsuit alleges that government officials interfered with the health system on behalf of private firms. It also claims that Mentzelopoulos was fired because of “an internal investigation,” she was launched into how Alberta Health Services' contracts are procured. Carrie Tait, one of The Globe's reporters covering Alberta, broke this story. She explains the allegations made against the government, their ties to for-profit medical companies and what Smith's government has said publicly so far. Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.comEnter this Decibel survey: https://thedecibelsurvey.ca/ and share your thoughts for a chance to win $100 grocery gift cards

U.S. President Donald Trump calls Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy a dictator. Zelenskyy says Trump is living in a Russian-made disinformation space. The barbs are another sign of the deterioration of the relationship between them. Trump's words and willingness to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin are a dramatic reversal of U.S. foreign policy.Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Ottawa has reached another stage in a plan to build high speed rail between Toronto and Quebec City. The next phase is expected to cost $3.9 billion. The project has been promised for decades and is still years away. Trudeau used the announcement as an opportunity to tout it as the largest infrastructure project in the country's history, promising it will bring jobs, and use Canadian suppliers.The Indian city of Pune is facing an outbreak of Guillan-Barre Syndrome. It's a rare disorder where the immune system attacks nerve cells, causing muscle weakness and paralysis. It could be a sign of infrastructure not keeping up with urbanization. Health officials say a contaminated well on the outskirts of the city is likely to blame.Plus: Runways still closed at Pearson, Danielle Smith on Alberta Health Services controversy, CAF recruiting, and more.

Emergency rooms are over capacity. Major surgeries are being delayed or cancelled. Allegations of shady government dealings are being investigated (or are they?). Health care in Alberta is an absolute mess.  6:25 | AMA past president Dr. Paul Parks understands the assignment - Real Talk - as he diagnoses the root of the rot in Alberta Health Services.  TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:13:00 | Canada will square off against the Americans for 4 Nations Face-Off supremacy in a couple days. We recap a WILD showdown between the two countries over the weekend, and fantastic turnout for a PWHL game in Edmonton.  1:35:25 | Crazy scene at Toronto Pearson, as a flight arriving from Minneapolis crashed in flames sending 20+ people to hospital. It's the fourth aviation disaster in the past few weeks. What's going on?  1:44:20 | Our faces hurt from smiling thanks to Real Talker Stefanie, who passed along this week's Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Renewable Energy.  CHECK OUT THE VIDEO: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFi9GufOkvM/?igsh=eWo1ZmdocGVteXo4 SUBMIT YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com  GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kuby.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

With allegations of interference in Alberta's health system, we ask what you think should happen next.

On today's show: we have the latest on the procurement controversy at Alberta Health Services. Carrie Tait from the Globe and Mail joins us; what 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports into the U.S. mean for Alberta; your old skinny jeans might be cool again! We learn all about the slow return of the once popular style.

Stephen Carter and Corey Hogan talk about the allegations of major scandal at Alberta Health Services. What's to be made of Smith's statement on the matter? What's to be made of the NDP response? Can Carter avoid "false, baseless and defamatory" commentary? Zain Velji isn't here and neither is Annalise Klingbeil. Giddy up. Get Thursday episodes, access to hundreds of old episodes, and bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Premier Danielle Smith says reports tying her to alleged wrongdoing related to Alberta Health Services' procurement and contracting are "false, baseless and defamatory". Meantime, Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi is calling for an RCMP investigation into allegations Smith's government dismissed the head of AHS two days before she was scheduled to meet with the province's Auditor-General to discuss her investigation into procurement contracts and deals for private surgical facilities. We get into what's at stake in this episode of Real Talk.  3:30 | Journalist Carrie Tate takes us into her exclusive story in The Globe and Mail. TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  28:00 | Real Talkers have their say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  52:00 | What a bizarre Super Bowl. Jespo and Johnny recap the game, Kendrick Lamar's halftime show, and the party at On the Rocks.  1:00:00 | Whatever happened to pausing tariffs for a month? U.S. President Donald Trump says he's hitting steel and aluminum right now.  1:10:30 | Speaking of Trump, more Canadians want Mark Carney negotiating with POTUS, not Pierre Poilievre. So says a new Nanos Research poll. Do you buy it?  1:15:30 | Ryan reads more of your thoughts on the AHS story, including an insider insight into demand for surgical facilities in Alberta.  1:25:00 | A Jasper business will be back in the water (in a good way!) this spring thanks to an amazing group of people who got together over the weekend to Raise the Raft. Positive Reflections is presented weekly on Real Talk by our friends at Kuby Energy.  GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE: https://kuby.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

For years, Canadians have listened to Trump supporters boasting: “Make America great again.” And most have sat quietly and done nothing. Not anymore. Threats of U.S. tariffs and annexation have sparked a wave of patriotism across Canada. Former Alberta premier and federal cabinet minister Jason Kenney joins West of Centre to reflect on this moment, discussing with host Jason Markusoff what it reveals about nation-building, national security, Canada's economic strengths, and the steps needed to make the country more resilient and independent.Later, a panel featuring journalist Alex Boyd, conservative strategist Evan Menzies, and former NDP aide Shannon Greer unpacks the ongoing shakeup at Alberta Health Services and the Alberta auditor general's investigation into procurement and contracting practices related to the dismissal of former CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos.

Send us a textIn this action-packed episode of Sirens, Slammers, and Service, we sit down with Tactical Advanced Care Paramedic Kat Campbell. Kat shares her incredible journey, beginning as a rural firefighter and evolving into her current role as a tactical paramedic with Alberta Health Services alongside the Edmonton Police Tactical Team.Kat provides a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to provide advanced medical care in high-stakes situations, responding to emergencies alongside one of the most elite units in law enforcement. From the rigorous training required to make the team to the split-second decisions in the field, Kat's story is a testament to courage, adaptability, and dedication.Don't miss this fascinating look into the world of tactical paramedicine on Sirens, Slammers, and Service – streaming now on all major podcast platforms.

A significant number of Canadians experience cognitive and behavioral changes due to dementia, which can include difficulties with navigation and orientation, increasing the risk of getting lost.   Our Risk of Going Missing Series begins with a conversation between Dr. Noelannah Neubauer, a researcher from the University of Waterloo and Jillian McConnell, guest host and Knowledge Translation Specialist with brainXchange.  Dr. Neubauer and Jillian discuss a toolkit she and her colleagues have created to help people with dementia and their care partners understand the risks of becoming lost due to dementia-related changes as well as some helpful strategies to address these risks.   Noelannah Neubauer, PhD, OT Reg. (AB)  Dr. Noelannah Neubauer is an Occupational Therapist System Case Manager with Alberta Health Services in Edmonton Zone and is a part-time research assistant for the Aging and Innovation Program at the University of Waterloo, led by Dr. Lili Liu. Noelannah completed her PhD in Rehabilitation Science at University of Alberta in 2019, where she developed the Canadian Guideline for Safe Wandering. Areas of interest include community based-practice, health system navigation, dementia, aging, assisted technologies, and aging in place.     

Alberta Health Services is running their annual Toys for Tickets campaign. The Northern Lights Cornhole Club joins the show to talk about their sport, as well as some fun events coming up.

We have a good long chat about the Gun Grabbin' in Canada, and the opaque slush fund worth 102B Canadian. That is 102,000 Million dollars going to all sorts of legit and maybe non legit causes.   We also chat about the drones/orbs/UAP's in NJ and the contradicting US Gov statements, Justin Trudeau and climate change lies, the postal strike for climate change, Bovaer, and cougar hunting changes in Alberta, Canada's emergency department situation.   In the last part we get into Makis and his accusations of the Alberta Health Services and Danielle Smith and some of his cancer treatment protocols, the new evidence of shedding from the jabs, personal stories, heart issue comparisons, WHC highlighting that we should be suing over lies about the jabs, and Alberta NDP vs star UCP who was cancelled in court.   Join us. We chat about the latest Canadian Gun Grab, a massive Canadian Opaque Slush fund, and much more. 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What's Alberta's top political story for 2024? Who's been Alberta's Best MLA? How about the top-performing UCP cabinet minister? And what about the most effective Opposition NDP MLA?  2:30 | Daveberta unveils the winners of his annual Best of Alberta Politics survey.  CHECK OUT DAVEBERTA'S SUBSTACK: https://daveberta.substack.com/ 51:00 | Is Alberta making the right move, outlawing up to 70% of existing photo radar locations?  1:03:00 | How's that Alberta Health Services overhaul coming along?  1:22:00 | Is ChatGPT transforming the way you live and work? We see what Real Talkers are saying in our Live Chat powered by Park Power.  BUSTING CHATGPT - EDWARD TIAN ON REAL TALK: https://rtrj.info/011023TianGPT FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON:    / ryanjespersen   THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Our guest today is Dr. William Makis, a Canadian physician with expertise in Radiology, Oncology and Immunology. Dr. Makis is currently under attack from Alberta Health Services who want to put him in jail. Dr. William Makis: https://makismd.substack.com/ Richardson Nutritional Center: https://tinyurl.com/mudzzy3n Zstack Protocol: https://zstacklife.com/?ref=LAURALYNN Antibiotics at: Sales@larxmedical.com Promo code: LLTT Need some Ivermectin or Hydroxychloroquine? Fast shipping with guaranteed delivery in Canada and the US. Contact Mia for more information. SozoHealth@proton.me        ☆ We no longer can trust our mainstream media, which is why independent journalists such as myself are the new way to receive accurate information about our world. Thank you for supporting us – your generosity and kindness to help us keep information like this coming! ☆ ~ L I N K S ~                                      ➞ DONATE AT: https://www.lauralynn.tv/ or lauralynnlive@protonmail.com ➞ TWITTER: @LauraLynnTT ➞ FACEBOOK: Laura-Lynn Tyler Thompson ➞ RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/LauraLynnTylerThompson ➞ BITCHUTE: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/BodlXs2IF22h/ ➞ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/LauraLynnTyler ➞ BRIGHTEON: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/lauralynntv ➞ DLIVE: https://dlive.tv/Laura-Lynn ➞ ODYSEE: https://odysee.com/@LauraLynnTT:9 ➞ GETTR: https://www.gettr.com/user/lauralynn ➞ LIBRTI: https://librti.com/laura-lynn-tyler-thompson

Send us a textThe interview in this episode was done by Joshua McCutcheon of the Alberta Health Services i4 podcast, Insights. Thanks for the great work, Joshua!  Unlock the secrets to transforming Alberta's healthcare system through innovation, as we bring you insights from Nancy Walter and Muna Sabouny of Alberta Innovates. As the creative force behind Alberta's research and innovation, this crown corporation under the Ministry of Technology and Innovation spearheads groundbreaking advancements in digital health, clean resources, and artificial intelligence. With a century-long legacy, Alberta Innovates orchestrates a diverse portfolio of projects, converting cutting-edge research into practical solutions that prioritize sustainable, human-centered care. The conversation dives into the power of strategic partnerships with initiatives like the Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Health System (PRIHS) and the Digital4Health program. Nancy and Muna describe how these collaborations between researchers, clinicians, tech providers, and health service delivery partners are pivotal in enhancing patient well-being and optimizing the health system. By aligning goals and fostering open communication, these programs bridge knowledge gaps and generate impactful, patient-centered outcomes within the health ecosystem. In a compelling narrative, they spotlight Dr. Darren Lau's work on improving diabetes care for rural First Nations and Indigenous communities through the innovative LINK project. By harnessing digital health solutions, his team aims to elevate care quality and accessibility. The conversation also tackles "wicked challenges," leveraging rich health data and collaborative efforts to revolutionize healthcare. Alberta's potential to lead health system transformation shines as they explore the pursuit of improving care experiences, workforce well-being, health equity, cost efficiency, and overall population health.Shift by Alberta Innovates focuses on the people, businesses and organizations that are contributing to Alberta's strong tech ecosystem.

This podcast will give you an updated approach to the original podcast on the evaluation of stridor. In this episode, listeners will 1) define stridor and the pathophysiology causing stridor, 2) create a differential diagnosis based on a patient's presenting signs and symptoms, 3) differentiate benign causes of stridor from those that are life-threatening, 4) describe common pathogens involved in infectious etiologies of stridor, and 5) outline a basic management plan for a patient with stridor based on the differential diagnoses and investigative findings. The podcast was created by Taylor Dennison, a fourth-year medical student at the University of Saskatchewan, in collaboration with Dr. Gerdung, a pediatric respirologist and sleep specialist for Alberta Health Services, and Dr. Melanie Lewis, a general pediatrician at the Stollery Children's Hospital and professor of pediatrics and chief wellness officer for the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta.

There's a new way to manage primary care in this province. Primary Care Alberta takes over on November 1st. It's the latest part of the plan to split up Alberta Health Services into various dedicated departments. While there are changes at the top, we wanted to know what your experience is like on the ground.

In this podcast, JPEN Editor-in-Chief Dr. Kenneth Christopher, interviews Fabio Araujo, a registered dietitian specializing in critical care nutrition with a research focus on critical care nutrition support protein and malnutrition at the Alberta Health Services' Peter Lougheed Centre ICU in Clagary, Alberta. Araujo is the first author of the JPEN original research article “Association Between Protein Intake and Functional Capacity in Critically Ill Patients: A Retrospective Cohort Study”. Business Corporate by Alex Menco | alexmenco.net Music promoted by www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US October 2024

Today's show features a mobile mammography service being offered by Alberta Health Services in our region. We also hear from Wood Buffalo Sport Connection, as they host their Girls with Grit Sports Summit. Lastly, the Noralta Skating Club joins the show to highlight their skating programs.

As part of Premier Danielle Smith's plan to dismantle the provincial health authority, Alberta Health Services, the first of four new replacement agencies began operating this week.Last month, Smith also talked about transferring some hospitals away from AHS to third-party health services. And with a government grant, a private company is developing a business case for a health services “campus” in Airdrie.So why does Smith want to divide up the health care system when other provinces are struggling to unify theirs? What role does she see for private companies in the system? And is her vision of “competition” in health a solution or threat for Canadian care?CBC Calgary producer and writer Jason Markusoff is back to explain.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

The news broke last week, sort of. It turned out that last month Alberta Premier Danielle Smith had told a United Conservative Party town hall in August that the government had transferred control of a northern Alberta hospital away from Alberta Health Services and turned it over to Convenant Health, a private, Catholic healthcare provider, and that further hospitals would follow.The story raised many questions—everything from why this was announced in this way, to which services Convenant Health might refuse to perform on faith-based grounds—and so far many of them have yet to be answered. So where do things stand now? Why is the government making this move? And in the bigger picture, what form is the decentralization of Alberta's health care system likely to take?GUEST: Lauryn Heintz, reporter, CityNews Calgary We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or by calling 416-935-5935 and leaving us a voicemailOr @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

The Kevin J. Johnston Show is Every Tuesday and Thursday at 9PM Eastern Time LIVE ON:www.FreedomReport.ca &www.x.com/KevinJJohnstonX  &x.com/KJJTV13 andx.com/KevinTheJackal  Tonight's story is one that is incredibly sad but it has to be told. In the Province  of Alberta, the healthcare system murders children and then blames the parents. In order to cover their own asses after the healthcare system has murdered your children they will have you charged criminally so you do prison time and then use their government media outlets to slander you so that they do not have to be held to account. Tonight we bring our special guest in whose child was murdered by Alberta Health Services. Please make sure everyone you know watches this video. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/contra-radio-network/support

The Kevin J. Johnston Show is Every Tuesday and Thursday at 9PM Eastern Time LIVE ON: www.FreedomReport.ca  & www.x.com/KevinJJohnstonX   & x.com/KJJTV13  and x.com/KevinTheJackal  Tonight's story is one that is incredibly sad but it has to be told. In the Province  of Alberta, the healthcare system murders children and then blames the parents. In order to cover their own asses after the healthcare system has murdered your children they will have you charged criminally so you do prison time and then use their government media outlets to slander you so that they do not have to be held to account. Tonight we bring our special guest in whose child was murdered by Alberta Health Services. Please make sure everyone you know watches this video.

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — explains why more adults are being diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and how ADHD differs in adults compared to in children.

The Richard Syrett Show, February 8th, 2024 Only a third of Canadians rate news media trustworthy and balanced - Tom Korski, Managing Editor Blacklock's Reporter - blacklocks.ca Keeping An Eye on Your Money with Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director of The Canadian Taxpayers Federation - ArriveCAN execs got $340,000 in bonuses In Defense of Women - Linda Blade – Women's Declaration International (WDI), Women's Sports Performance Coach and Co-Author of “Unsporting: How Trans Activism and Science Denial Are Destroying Sport.”  Shocking! Pedophilia, child sex crimes & child pornography at Alberta Health Services - Dr. William Makis - Chief of Nuclear Medicine and Oncology for The Wellness Company Canada twc.health/liberty Canada nearly quadruples coal exports despite pledge to ban coal - Alex Dhaliwal, Rebel News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

February is Eating Disorder Awareness Month. In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director of Addictions and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — discusses the different types of eating disorders and how people develop them.

Pastor Artur Pawlowski is here today and we are going to talk about his decision to sue the Alberta Government, Alberta Health Services, the Calgary Police, the RCMP, Canada Post and unknown parties, alleging that in the past three years, they have engaged in malicious prosecution, abuse of process and other unlawful behaviour.   Pastor Artur Legal Fundraiser: www.streetchurch.ca/news/legal-fund/ Sun City Silver and Gold: sovereignize@protonmail.com Zstack Protocol: https://zstacklife.com/?ref=LAURALYNN   We no longer can trust our mainstream media, which is why independent journalists such as myself are the new way to receive accurate information about our world. Thank you for supporting us, your generosity and kindness to help us keep information like this coming!   L I N K S                                              DONATE AT: https://www.lauralynn.tv/ or lauralynnlive@protonmail.com SHOP: https://teespring.com/stores/laura-lynns-store-2 TWITTER: @LauraLynnTT FACEBOOK: Laura-Lynn Tyler Thompson RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/LauraLynnTylerThompson BITCHUTE: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/BodlXs2IF22h/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/LauraLynnTyler TWITCH: https://www.twitch.tv/lauralynnthompson BRIGHTEON: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/lauralynntv DLIVE: https://dlive.tv/Laura-Lynn ODYSEE: https://odysee.com/@LauraLynnTT:9 GETTR: https://www.gettr.com/user/lauralynn LIBRTI: https://librti.com/laura-lynn-tyler-thompson

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Dr. Nese Yuksel is a full Professor with the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the College of Health Sciences at the University of Alberta. She also holds a cross-appointment with Alberta Health Services and has been practicing in the areas of menopause and osteoporosis for nearly 25 years. She is passionate about bringing her clinical experience to inform her research and teaching. Dr. Yuksel is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP, formerly NCMP) and the current president for the Canadian Menopause Society. Basically, she is very qualified to be here talking Menopause 101 with us but she brings more than her brains to this conversation. Nese is an experienced runner and her résumé includes not only several half marathons & marathons, but a 50k ultramarathon as well! She's also a postmenopausal woman and generously sprinkles stories from her own menopause transition into this chat. We begin by defining the terms menopause, perimenopause and postmenopause, discussing common symptoms and why those might occur, and reviewing some of the treatment options available. Then we touch on best practices for having a healthy menopause, some of the new osteoporosis guidelines recently released by Osteoporosis Canada, and what women can get excited about during this stage of life!Sponsor: Canadian Masters AthleticsWebsite: canadianmasters.caJoin the CMA Facebook Group: @cma.vca is the best place to continue the menopause conversation!Instagram: @canadianmastersathletics35Previous episodes in this series:Jill Moreash | Thriving in PostmenopauseSasha Gollish | Perimenopause & the Competitive AthleteCarrie Oswald | Medically-Induced MenopauseResources discussed in this episode:Canadian Resources:Canadian Menopause Society (CMS) - https://www.sigmamenopause.com/consumers/publicationsMenopause Foundation of Canada - https://menopausefoundationcanada.ca/MQ6 website - https://mq6.ca/ (useful info including algorithm and treatment options)SOGC menopauseandu - https://www.menopauseandu.ca/Osteoporosis Canada - https://osteoporosis.ca/ (info on osteoporosis and bone health)North American Resources:The Menopause Society (formerly NAMS) - https://www.menopause.org/International Resources:International Menopause Society - https://www.imsociety.org/Connect with Carolyn & Kim:Inspired Soles InstagramWe love hearing from you! Connect with us on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe or leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — talks about how shorter days can affect one's mental health and what can be done to prevent the 'winter blues.'

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director of Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — talks about how too set attainable New Year's resolutions.

The Alberta government is about to change health care like never before. It's taking what's been administered exclusively by Alberta Health Services and breaking it up into four independent parts: acute care, primary care, continuing care and mental health and addiction. Doctors and nurses, patients and experts are worried what this new healthcare system could look like for patient care. One health economist calls it a "train wreck."

Does longer treatment of C. difficile infection lead to fewer recurrences in patients taking concurrent antibiotics? Join us as we interview Irina Rajakumar on her research into the impact of CDI length of treatment on recurrent rates. Hear her discuss the study design and the impact of demographics such as age, clinical services, and concurrent antibiotics, and analyze if an infectious disease consultation influenced the outcome. Tune in to learn more about her work and how it can be applied to practice. With special guest: Irina Rajakumar, Infectious Disease and Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist, Alberta Health Services

There's no "quick fix" for the issues leading the headlines. Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia is on the rise, news outlets are dying on the vine, and politics are infiltrating your pension plan. Senator Paula Simons and Tasha Kheiriddin share potential solutions in this thought-provoking episode of Real Talk.  3:00 | Senator Paula Simons explains why the Liberals' Online News Act is such a disaster, why an Alberta Pension Plan might be an even bigger disaster, what she makes of rampant anti-Semitism and Islamophobia in Canada, and her annual Yegquest initiative.  READ PAULA'S PENSION COLUMN: https://albertaviews.ca/pension-folly/ PARTICIPATE IN YEGQUEST: https://www.instagram.com/hendayyegchick/ 45:00 | Real Talker Rob is riled up over Alberta's threat to pull out of the Canada Pension Plan.  EMAIL US: talk@ryanjespersen.com  48:30 | Real Talker Robb has a theory around the UCP's changes to Alberta Health Services. 51:35 | Ryan touches on the Red Deer Catholic School Board turfing controversial (former) trustee Monique LaGrange.  55:45 | We love hearing from our haters! Ryan and Johnny have some fun with a message from Don after our November 15 chat with Toronto Star columnist Bruce Arthur.  59:25 | Political analyst, author, and lawyer Tasha Kheiriddin says Gen Z has "nothing to remember" about the Holocaust. We talk about the rise of anti-Semitism in Canada, and the international community's role in pursuing peace in the Middle East.  READ TASHA'S OP/ED: https://nationalpost.com/opinion/we-said-wed-never-forget-the-holocaust-but-gen-z-has-nothing-to-remember 1:21:05 | Real Talker Crystal says she's never been more scared to be Jewish.  1:26:50 | Ryan responds to criticism around Real Talk's coverage of the Israel-Hamas war.  BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj  THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

This episode of Real Talk includes updates on two people we've featured in past. One international, one closer to home - both are tough pills to swallow, but are important stories to be told. 3:20 | Ryan opens the Charles Adler interview with an update on Vivian Silver, who was believed to be taken hostage by Hamas on October 7. Later, Charles tells us why he was so put off by Piers Morgan's interview with Jeremy Corbyn about the terrorist group. Before signing off, Adler explains why he was so impacted by recent ageism aimed at the Princess of Wales. 20:50 | Real Talker Chris wonders what "old school Conservatives" were *actually* like. Ryan reads his email to Charles, who answers without hesitation.   48:00 | At just 35 years of age, family physician (and Real Talker) Dr. Bradley Martin is walking away from his rural clinic. He tells us why he made the difficult decision, what might have changed his mind, and what he thinks of the UCP's overhaul of Alberta Health Services.  1:30:00 | We feature the wonderful story of Annie the dog, shared by Real Talker Brayden from Coquitlam, in this week's Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Renewable Energy.  SEND US YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com  GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen   WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj  THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Alberta Health Services is being dismantled. Instead, four new agencies will take over in a move that changes the structure and decision-making for the entire health system. Guest host Jim Brown explores these changes with James Talbot, Alberta's former chief medical officer, Paul Parks, president of the Alberta Medical Association, and Kelly Cryderman of the Globe and Mail.

It's happening: the Danielle Smith government is completely overhauling Alberta Health Services, starting from the top all the way down. While nobody can claim the current system is working flawlessly, there are a million different concerns around how the changes may affect frontline workers and the millions of patients that rely on the system every year.  2:28 | Minister of Health Adriana LaGrange takes questions on expert policy consultation, recruiting and retaining healthcare workers, preserving system integration, service delivery beyond acute care, privatization, and political ideology influencing health policy.  19:17 | Alberta Medical Association president Dr. Paul Parks tells us how Alberta doctors feel about the UCP's plan to overhaul healthcare delivery.  CHECK OUT THE AMA ONLINE: https://www.albertadoctors.org/ 45:27 | Is Alberta's renewables landscape really as "Wild West" as the province would have us believe? Is the moratorium on new wind and solar projects defensible, or is the regulator (AUC) already doing its job? Dr. Ian Urquhart takes us into his Alberta Views feature "Where to Put a Solar Farm".  REAL TALKERS: KNOCK 50% OFF A ONE-YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO ALBERTA VIEWS WITH THE PROMO CODE "AVRJ" -- https://albertaviews.ca/ BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen  EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com  WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj  THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Beckler & Seanna talk about mammograms, the breakup of Alberta Health Services, and Gooch.

Information leaked to the NDP put Albertans on notice: the province is overhauling Alberta Health Services in dramatic fashion. Hours later, Health Minister Adriana LaGrange confirmed the UCP is replacing executive leadership, redirecting oversight and accountability, and considering foundational changes across the board.  0:25 | Ryan opens the show with his own thoughts on the UCP plan to blow up and rebuild AHS, and what it means for you. EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com  UPDATE: Minister LaGrange joins Ryan on Thursday's show. Watch or listen live at 8:30am MT or later on demand.  16:00 | Filmmaker Nisreen Baker tells us why she made "Arab Women Say What?!," and explains its relevance to the Israel-Hamas war.  SEE THE FILM ON NOV. 9 IN EDMONTON: https://www.metrocinema.org/production/arab-women-say-what/ LEARN MORE: https://www.nfb.ca/film/arab-women-say-what/ 41:30 | MLA David Shepherd, Opposition Critic for Health, tells us what troubles him most about the government's plan for AHS.  1:00:50 | Jasper's Veterans Appreciation Event is underway, with events all the way through 'til November 12. We highlight the many different ways you can thank Canadian veterans in this week's #MyJasper Memories presented by Tourism Jasper. DETAILS & ITINERARY: https://www.jaspervetfest.com/ BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen  WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj  THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

There's a clear theme in the life and work of Dr. Khorshid Mohammad: no challenge is too large to face. Known for his innovation as both a scientist and as an educator, Dr. Mohammad is quick to share how others impacted his approach to life and learning and what he hopes others will take from those experiences. Dr. Khorshid Mohammad (MD, MSc, FABP, FRCP (Edin)) is a Staff Neonatologist at Alberta Health Services, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Calgary's Cumming School of Medicine, Medical Site lead of Neonatology at Alberta Children's Hospital, and Medical Director of Southern Alberta Transport Service. He's a founding member of the Sonographic Clinical Assessment of the Newborn (SCAN) program and the Newborn Brain Society. A graduate of the University of Damascus and Arab League with Master and Specialty degrees in Pediatrics, Dr. Mohammad trained in Neonatal Neurology and Targeted Neonatal Echocardiography at the Universities of British Columbia and Calgary, and completed his neonatal fellowship training at the University of Calgary, where he established the Neonatal Neuro-Critical Care program. Dr. Mohammad was recognized with an Emerging Leader Award in Neonatology by the Canadian Pediatric Society for his quality improvement work that led to significant reduction in mortality and brain injury in infants who suffered from asphyxia and seizure.For more on Dr. Mohammad:https://newbornbrainsociety.org/team-member/khorshid-mohammad-md-msc-fabp-frcp-edin/Small Brains, Big Dreams is a podcast created by the Newborn Brain Society, in partnership with the Canadian Premature Babies Foundation, and hosted by preemie parent & journalist, Jenna Morton.The Newborn Brain Society is a non-profit organization supporting a world in which all newborns have access to and receive the optimal brain care. We promote international, multi-disciplinary collaboration, education, and innovation among clinicians, scientists, and parents.Connect with us at newbornbrainsociety.org, on Facebook @NewbornBrainSociety, and on Twitter @NewbornBrains.If you've enjoyed this episode, please rate, share & subscribe.

Coach Valerie is dedicated to serving women who want to experience progress towards their life and business goals through effective time management Coach Valerie is passionate about mothers  being empowered to be in control of their time, so they can create progress and the lives they want Join Dr Dunni and Coach Valerie and be part of the revolution of mothers who are mindful of  self-care and time management and hear about how to S.H.I.N.E KEY TAKEAWAYS Being a mother and motherhood never ends it just changes on the journey You have to be on the top of your game to be able to be the best mother you can be for your children The next day really starts the day before with your evening routine Implement a morning routine that prepares your mind for the day along with movement to prepare your body Block your day into your non-negotiables, relationships and buffer time for a successful day S.H.I.N.E is about saying yes to yourself and giving yourself grace Be a positive role model for your children, and be mindful of your nutrition Commit to having some sacred time with a higher being Despite the chaos choose joy We are created to move and it's a natural way to remove stress and release happy hormones BEST MOMENTS ‘My baby daughter taught me about scheduling my time' ‘It's important to wind down and release the tension of the day ‘You need to have self-care to be able to perform' RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE KEY TAKE AWAY Nurture yourself in order to S.H.I.N.E. S - saying yes to self - practice self-care and put yourself on your priority list; H - connect to a higher power - commit to sacred time with a higher being; I – be a positive influence in your home, despite the chaos - choose joy; N – eating well - be mindful of what goes into your body and how it can affect you up to 72 hours or more later; E – exercising regularly - we are created to move and it is a natural way to release happy hormones to boost our mood. Social media link https://www.facebook.com/valerie.arbeau.5 FREE GIFT https://mailchi.mp/280c4dd2373e/podcast-gift ABOUT THE GUEST Coach Valerie is dedicated to serving women who want to experience progress towards their life and business goals through effective time management by “Investing Their Time Wisely so they can be at their optimum.” Coach Valerie Anne graduated from the Health Coach Institute with a Health and Life Coaching certification, completed a coaching is course through Alberta Health Services focused on fostering relationships and collaboration. Over the last 20 years, Coach Valerie has learned many tips and tricks to manage her time and reached goals as she juggled being a wife, mother of two special needs children, volunteer work, and a physiotherapist for over 30 years who transitioned to becoming a coach. Coach Valerie  is in process of authoring a book and is collaborating with two other coaches on a book as well as facilitating with these coaches in an Academy for women 50+. Valerie speaks at conferences and summits and is passionate about her audience being empowered to be in control of their time, to create progress, instead of time controlling them. ABOUT THE HOST Your host Dr Dunni is the award-winning mum empowerment coach, Family doctor, International speaker, Best-selling author of the book ‘Every Mum is a super mum' and a mum herself who is passionate about health and wellbeing. She is proficient in using natural, scientific, and medical well-being concepts to explain in simple terms practical ways and strategies to avoid ill health and promote the overall well-being of body, mind, soul, and spirit. This is made available by the provision of online courses, books, coaching and regular events where well-being strategies and tactics are shared to enhance holistic well-being. Learn more athttps://www.drdunni.com CONTACT METHODS Ig- https://www.instagram.com/druwa.lifecoach/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9C1oJwHyISEuqiX8USaYKg CH- https://www.clubhouse.com/@drdunni-druwa FB- https://www.facebook.com/druwaacademy Twitter- https://twitter.com/Druwa8 Patreon - https://patreon.com/wellbeing4mothers                           This show was brought to you by Progressive Media

Today, we're looking at a pair of Pride Month endorsements, with one you might expect from Justin Trudeau and one you might not expect from Danielle Smith. Plus, we'll take a look at rumours that are circulating online, claiming Alberta Health Services has rehired its former COVID overlord, Deena Hinshaw. And finally, prominent NDP member of Parliament Charlie Angus posted a video criticizing Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre for living a rich, elitist lifestle. Hey, has anyone reminded Mr. Angus who's at the helm of the party he represents?

Video: Commentary   Niall Ferguson – Woke Totalitarianism) (18:14) 13 stillborns in one hospital in 24 hours (1:54) Nurse blows whistle: C19 Shots and Spike in Baby issues; Refuses to inject poison. (1:30)   Asthma Can Be Reduced By Increasing Vitamin D Levels And Consuming Ginger Tel Aviv University (Israel) & Columbia University, November 13, 2022 According to research published in the journal Allergy, Dr Ronit Confino-Cohen and colleagues at Tel Aviv University analysed data from more than four million Israeli's that are members of the nation's largest healthcare provider — finding that of the 21,000 with asthma, those with a vitamin D deficiency were 25% more likely than other asthmatics to have had at least one flare-up in the recent past.

The effect of the vitamin is strongest in people with asthma and other lung diseases who are predisposed to respiratory infections. People with the worst vitamin D deficiency were 36 percent more likely to suffer respiratory infections than those with sufficient levels, according to research in Archives of Internal Medicine. “Vitamin D has significant immunomodulatory effects and, as such, was believed to have an effect on asthma — an immunologically mediated disease,” said Confino-Cohen. “But most of the existing data regarding vitamin D and asthma came from the pediatric population and was inconsistent. Our present study is unique because the study population of young adults is very large and ‘uncontaminated' by other diseases.” Professor Catherine Hawrylowicz from King's College London explained that findings already suggest that supplementation with vitamin D may one day be used not only to treat people who don't respond to medications but also to reduce the doses of dangerous steroids in other asthma patients – thus reducing the risk of harmful side effects. Of the 21,000 asthmatics studied, the team reported that those with vitamin D deficiency were at a higher risk of an asthma attack. Meanwhile, a team of US-based researchers have suggested that ginger compounds could also be effective in reducing the symptoms of asthma. The study, led by Elizabeth Townsend from Columbia University, investigated whether purified extracts of ginger that contained specific components of the spicy root could help enhance the relaxing effects of bronchodilators in asthmatic people. The research team explained that they studied the effects of three separate components of ginger: 6-gingerol, 8-gingerol or 6-shogaol when exposed to airway smooth muscle (ASM) tissue samples that were caused to contract by exposing them to acetylcholine. “We demonstrated that purified components of ginger can work synergistically with Beta-agonists to relax ASM,” said Townsend – adding that tissues treated with the combination of purified ginger components and isoproterenol showed significantly greater relaxation than those treated only with isoprotereno. Indeed, one of the three ginger components, 6-shogaol appeared most effective in increasing the relaxing effects of the Beta-agonist. (NEXT) Natural matcha green tea extract found to effectively kill breast cancer cells University of Salford (UK), November 05, 2022 A recent study carried out by the University of Salford has found that one kind of green tea in particular, matcha, can kill breast cancer cells effectively. The scientists at the university's Biomedical Research Center used a process known as metabolism phenotyping on breast cancer stem cell lines. They discovered that matcha “shifted cancer cells towards a quiescent metabolic state” while stopping them from spreading. Best of all, this was achieved using a rather low concentration of just 0.2 mg/mL. In addition, they discovered evidence that matcha affects the signaling pathways that promote cancer stem cells in a way that may make it a viable alternative to chemical cancer drugs like rapamycin. The scientist explained that the tea essentially suppresses oxidative mitochondral metabolism, preventing these cells from refueling. This causes them to become inactive and eventually die. University of Salford Professor of Translational Medicine Michael Lisanti said: “Our results are consistent with the idea that Matcha may have significant therapeutic potential, mediating the metabolic reprogramming of cancer cells.” (NEXT) Inflammation in midlife linked to brain shrinkage later Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, November 11, 2022 People who show signs of inflammation in middle age are more likely to suffer from brain shrinkage later in life, a possible precursor to dementia or Alzheimer's disease, researchers said Wednesday. The findings in the journal Neurology are the latest to uncover an association between dementia and inflammation, in which the body's immune cells rev up in response to harms like smoking, stress, illness or poor diet. However, the findings stopped short of proving any cause-and-effect relationship. “These results suggest that inflammation in mid-life may be an early contributor to the brain changes that are associated with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia,” said study author Keenan Walker of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. “Because the processes that lead to brain cell loss begin decades before people start showing any symptoms, it is vital that we figure out how these processes that happen in middle age affect people many years later.” The study was based on 1,633 people with an average age of 53. Researchers tested their blood for levels of five markers of inflammation—not in any specific part of the body but rather throughout it—including the white blood cell count. An average of 24 years later, participants took a memory test and underwent brain scans. Those who had higher levels of inflammation at midlife on three or more biomarkers had an average five percent lower brain volume in the hippocampus and other areas associated with Alzheimer's disease, said the report. The effect was similar to having one copy of a gene—called apolipoprotein E (APOE) e4—that predisposes people to Alzheimer's, researchers said. People with higher inflammation also performed slightly worse on a memory test, remembering on average five of 10 words they were asked to recall, compared to 5.5 in the non-inflammation group. Outside experts described the study as large and rigorously conducted, but stressed that it did not study whether patients went on to develop Alzheimer's disease, only that some showed signs of brain shrinkage and memory loss. “This research points to inflammation as a potential early indicator of later brain degeneration, but we cannot say whether inflammation could be causing brain shrinkage or if it is a response to other damaging processes that might already be underway,” said Carol Routledge, director of Research at Alzheimer's Research UK. (NEXT) Adult ADHD has become epidemic—experts explain why University of California at Berkeley, November 7, 2022 Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is growing up. Stephen Hinshaw and Katherine Ellison authors of ADHD: What Everyone Needs to Know, confirm that adults—and particularly women—are reporting to clinics in record numbers, becoming the fastest-growing part of the population receiving diagnoses and prescriptions for stimulant medications. “ADHD was never just for kids, and today many adults are getting the help they've needed for years,” says Hinshaw, a professor at the University of California at Berkeley and a respected global expert on ADHD. Ellison, a Pultizer-prize winning journalist, notes, “At least half of all children diagnosed with ADHD will continue to be impaired by their symptoms as adults, suggesting that approximately 10 million U.S. adults qualify for the diagnosis. Adult ADHD can lead to suffering through commonly accompanying disorders such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, antisocial behavior, and gambling or Internet addictions. Social ties may well be frayed, with high risk of difficulties in intimate relationships. And, people with ADHD are also more likely to have a bitter history of academic and professional failures.” Indeed, researchers have found that adults who have been diagnosed with ADHD are up to 14 percent less likely than their peers to have a job. On average they also earn 33 percent less compared with people in similar lines of work and are 15 percent more likely to be receiving some form of government aid. The bottom line is that adult ADHD is not only real but has potentially devastating consequences, the experts agree. Hinshaw and Ellison also reveal a recent rapid rise in adult prescriptions for ADHD medication. One of the biggest surprises is that women of child-bearing age have become the fastest-growing group of consumers of ADHD medications. The number of annual prescriptions of generic and brand-name forms of Adderall surged among women over 26 years old, from a total of roughly 800,000 to some 5.4 million. (NEXT) Study shows clear new evidence for mind-body connection University of Calgary Department of Oncology, November 3, 2022 Impact of meditation, support groups seen at cellular level in breast cancer survivors For the first time, researchers have shown that practising mindfulness meditation or being involved in a support group has a positive physical impact at the cellular level in breast cancer survivors. A group working out of Alberta Health Services' Tom Baker Cancer Centre and the University of Calgary Department of Oncology has demonstrated that telomeres – protein complexes at the end of chromosomes – maintain their length in breast cancer survivors who practise meditation or are involved in support groups, while they shorten in a comparison group without any intervention. “We already know that psychosocial interventions like mindfulness meditation will help you feel better mentally, but now for the first time we have evidence that they can also influence key aspects of your biology,” says Dr. Linda E. Carlson, PhD, principal investigator and director of research in the Psychosocial Resources Department at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. “It was surprising that we could see any difference in telomere length at all over the three-month period studied,” says Dr. Carlson, who is also a U of C professor in the Faculty of Arts and the Cumming School of Medicine, and a member of the Southern Alberta Cancer Institute. “Further research is needed to better quantify these potential health benefits, but this is an exciting discovery that provides encouraging news.” The study was published online in the journal Cancer. A total of 88 breast cancer survivors who had completed their treatments for at least three months were involved for the duration of the study. The average age was 55 and most participants had ended treatment two years prior. To be eligible, they also had to be experiencing significant levels of emotional distress. In the Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery group, participants attended eight weekly, 90-minute group sessions that provided instruction on mindfulness meditation and gentle Hatha yoga, with the goal of cultivating non-judgmental awareness of the present moment. Participants were also asked to practise meditation and yoga at home for 45 minutes daily. In the Supportive Expressive Therapy group, participants met for 90 minutes weekly for 12 weeks and were encouraged to talk openly about their concerns and their feelings. The objectives were to build mutual support and to guide women in expressing a wide range of both difficult and positive emotions, rather than suppressing or repressing them. The participants randomly placed in the control group attended one, six-hour stress management seminar. All study participants had their blood analysed and telomere length measured before and after the interventions. Scientists have shown a short-term effect of these interventions on telomere length compared to a control group, but it's not known if the effects are lasting. Dr. Carlson says another avenue for further research is to see if the psychosocial interventions have a positive impact beyond the three months of the study period. (NEXT) Lion's Mane Mushroom for Your Brain and Neuronal Health Green Med Info, November 8th 2022 Lion's mane mushrooms (Hericium erinaceus), with their shaggy, mane-like spines, stand out among fungi not only for their appearance but for their mild, sweet, seafood-like flavor. Like other mushrooms, lion's mane are multi-faceted healers, with antimicrobial, antihypertensive, antidiabetic and wound healing properties among their many therapeutic properties. Of the 68 diseases and conditions that lion's mane mushroom may support, many of them relate to the nervous system, including cognitive function, memory, dementia, depression, anxiety and sleep disorders. Lion's mane mushroom contains more than 35 beneficial polysaccharides that may help prevent or treat cancer, gastric ulcers, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, liver injury and neurodegenerative diseases, according to a review published in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. With a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine, including for brain and neurological health, it's now known that two terpenoid compounds– hericenones and erinacines — in these mushrooms and their mycelia may stimulate the synthesis of nerve growth factor (NGF). Active compounds in lion's mane mushrooms may also delay neuronal death in neurodegenerative diseases, including ischemic stroke, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease and depression, while promoting nerve regeneration in cases of neuropathic pain or age-related hearing loss (presbycusis). Some of their top therapeutic benefits include: Regenerate Damaged Nerves – Lion's mane has been shown to trigger neurite outgrowth in brain, spinal cord and retinal cells. It also stimulates the activity of nerve growth factor, which is important for the growth and differentiation of neurons. Boost Cognitive Function – In adults with mild cognitive impairment , those who took lion's mane powder three times a day for 16 weeks significantly increased their scores on a cognitive function scale compared with those who took a placebo. Hericenones in lion's mane are believed to be responsible for some of the mushroom's beneficial effects on brain neural networks and improvements to cognitive function. This brain-boosting mushroom has also been found to improve memory in mice.[xi] Fight Depression – Lion's mane may ameliorate depressive disorder through a variety of mechanisms, including neurogenic/neurotrophic and anti-inflammatory pathways. Animal studies suggest that lion's mane may reverse depressive behaviors caused by stress by modulating monoamine neurotransmitters and regulating BDNF pathways. Support for Neurodegenerative Disease – neurotrophic compounds are known to pass through the blood-brain barrier and have been used to treat cognitive impairments, Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. In a study of patients with mild Alzheimer's disease, those who took lion's mane mycelia capsules for 49 weeks had improvements in their ability to carry out daily activities, such as personal hygiene and preparing food. Improve Mood and Sleep Disorders – Among overweight or obese people with sleep disorders or mood disorders, lion's mane was effective in relieving symptoms. Eight weeks of lion's mane supplementation decreased depression, anxiety and sleep disorders in the study, while also improving mood disorders of a “depressive-anxious nature” and boosting the quality of sleep at night.