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STRONG AND FIT
– By Nancy Smotek
Strength training is extremely important in combating the age-related declines in muscle mass , bone density and metabolism . Strength training also helps to decrease back pain , reduce arthritic discomfort , and help prevent or even manage some illnesses and their symptoms – like age-related Diabetes .
These active group know the importance of regular strength training . Three mornings a week , they work out at Ancaster ’ s Strong and Fit gym for women . Tania Pinelli , gym owner / instructor ( seated ), modifies the exercises to accommodate individual physical challenges . Over the years , a special bond has developed among the women . After their workout , over coffee they share stories , laugh together and support each other . The women also enjoy semi-annual potluck dinners and contribute to each other ’ s community activities .
It ’ s never too late and you ’ re never too old or frail to take part in an exercise program ! Consult your doctor and look around for an exercise program that is best suited to your interests – your body will thank you ! •
TRADITIONAL WORKS
– By John Lee
When I was 14 years old and living in China , my father brought me to visit a patient . A girl was laying on a bed suffering with Rheumatoid Arthritis for over three years . This girl ’ s father tried many things to help her , including using a bee sting on her joints to to ease the pain , acupuncture , as well as synthetic and other traditional Chinese medicines – but her symptoms did not improve , so my father was asked to have a look .
My father discovered the girl had also other health issues , stemming from her disease – like kidney and liver issues . I remember sitting next to my father , and witnessing his concern for the girl . He took a Chinese ink pen and wrote down an herbal formulation on a piece of paper , saying , “ Please bring her to my clinic in about 20 days , if she can walk without pain .”
I lived about 500 km north , so I didn ’ t hear anything further about the girl until ten years later , when I asked my father about her . His response was , “ She is still alive , doing well , and working in a factory .” This moment changed my life , and my interest in Chinese Medicine was born .
“ Health is like money – we never have a true idea of its value until we lose it .” – Josh Billings
MISSION AND LEGACY
– By Dr . Ian Preyra
I ’ ve always known that there was something special about St . Joe ’ s . The hospital ’ s 127-year history and its ongoing mission of providing compassionate care , have become so important and personal to me .
St . Joe ’ s serves our community in big and small ways , and although a typical day in our Emergency department is not as glamorous as what you may see on TV , it ’ s work that we are tremendously proud of . It ’ s so rewarding when we are there to support our patients and their families in times of crisis – they depend on us , and we can make a difference . |
I knew that I wanted to solidify my personal connection to the hospital and set an example for my three children , on the importance of giving back and having an impact – even after you are gone . That ’ s why I ’ m leaving a gift to St . Joe ’ s in my Will , and directing it to our Emergency department . It ’ s my hope that this gift can help further our hospital ’ s mission and impact the health |
When patients come to our Emergency department seeking |
of those in need in our community . |
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help , St . Joe ’ s reaches out a much-needed helping hand . It ’ s more than just the care that we provide ; it ’ s the simple kindness and overwhelming compassion that is offered to each and every patient .
And I believe this has a ripple effect that flows from our patients , to their families , and that resonates within our community .
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Leaving a gift to St . Joe ’ s is easy and rewarding . If you ’ d like to know more about making a gift to St . Joe ’ s in your Will , please visit stjoesfoundation . ca / EstateGiftPlanning •
Dr . Ian Preyra is the Chief of Emergency Medicine and
Deputy Chief of Staff at St . Joseph ’ s Healthcare Hamilton .
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