Alzheimer Society launches early detection checklist
Thunder Bay, ON, June 11, 2010 – Can’t remember what car keys are for? 
Confusing the clutch for the steering wheel? Driving around going nowhere? Most people understand these to be signs of dementia. But short memory loss is not always the first symptom. Subtle changes in personality such as increasing apathy, irritability, or struggling to get dressed can also signal the beginning of dementia that if recognized early, can lead to treatment. 
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Recall Shrek Forever After™ glasses McDonalds
THUNDER BAY, ON June 5, 2010 --- 1.4 million Shrek-themed glasses in 
Canada. McDonald's has announced that the recall will affect about 12 million 'Shrek Forever After' drinking glasses that have already been sold across the United States. The glasses were sold in restaurants for $1.99 each. because of cadmium —a known carcinogen — in the painted design. read more...>
Recall PRESIDENT’S CHOICE YOU ROASTED GARLIC BREAD
THUNDER BAY,, ON - May 29, 2010 – Loblaw Companies Limited (Loblaw) 
is warning the public not to consume President’s Choice Baked by You Roasted Garlic Bread with the UPC number 0 60383 80497 8 because the product may contain a metal holding pin. A holding pin may have come dislodged from a processing machine specific to the product during production. read more....>
Ensuring Better Access to Affordable Drugs
THUNDER BAY, ON - May 14, 2010 - The generic drug rebate issue has been front and 
centre lately and I would like to take this opportunity to clarify a few things. I strongly believe that our government is doing the right thing for Ontario consumers. Over the past week I have been in contact with a number of our smaller Northwestern Ontario community pharmacies and their operators, and I have been sharing their feedback with the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. I can assure you that our government is sensitive to the needs of smaller pharmacy operations and we have a plan to assist rural and independent pharmacies. read more...>
Mauro Stands up to Drug Lobby
THUNDER BAY, ON --- May 11, 2010 --- Queen’s Park – Yesterday, the 
Ontario Community Pharmacies sent out a news release that challenged the Ontario Government’s efforts to bring down the cost of generic drugs. Today, MPP Bill Mauro responded:
“I greatly value the services our local pharmacists provide. I also know that Ontarians are paying far too much for generic drugs. Ontario is the world’s second largest purchaser of generic drugs, yet we’re paying some of the highest prices. Two million Ontarians pay out-of-pocket for their medications. Our government’s drug reform will decrease the price of generic drugs. Ontarians will be able to pay significantly less for their generic medications, and the government’s savings will be reinvested to add more drugs to the formulary, so people have greater access to affordable medications.” read more....>
Superior Yoga Fest
THUNDER BAY, ON --- May 9, 2010 ---- Superior yoga fest is a non profit 
community festival that celebrates and shares the ancient traditions of Yoga. The Festival was started in 2007 as a way to unite, inspire and serve the community through celebration in such a way that allows yoga to be accessible to everyone. The festival has grown from using the small Unitarian Hall with having just some music, dancing and food to what it is today. Over 300 people participate every year in this festival, which provides a feast for the mind, body and soul! read more.....>
BELL Motorcycle Ride for Dad
THUNDER BAY, ON ------ April 28, 2010 ---- The fight against prostate cancer 
in Northwestern Ontario will continue on Saturday, June 19, 2010 with the 10th annual BELL Motorcycle Ride for Dad. Over 300 motorcycles will “Roar for the Cure” as the event kicks off at 9:30 am at the Keg Restaurant on the day before Father’s Day. Participants then enjoy a parade down Memorial Avenue, a scenic Poker Run in and around the city and a silent auction. read more.....>
Bachelors fight breast cancer
THUNDER BAY, ON - April 16, 2010 - Last night’s Bachelors for Hope Charity Auction raised over $63,059.00, bringing the twelve-year total to $581,281.00. The event supports the Northern Cancer Fund of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation. All funds continue to support the fight against breast cancer in Northwestern Ontario. read more...>
Celebrity Hockey Players in support of Northern Cancer Fund
THUNDER BAY, ON - March 19, 2010 - During the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, most Canadians were glued to TV screens to watch those nail-biting gold medal games. Adding to the thrill for the people of Northwestern Ontario was the chance to cheer on homegrown hockey heroes. read more...>
UNDECLARED MILK IN INCREDIBLE EDIBLE SPREAD’EM SOYA OIL MARGARINE
OTTAWA, ON - February 12, 2010 - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and A 
& M Home Products are warning people with allergies to milk not to consume the Incredible Edible Spread’Em Soya Oil Margarine described below. The affected product contains milk ingredients which are not declared on the label. read more...>
Alzheimer fundraiser - Walk for Memories draws crowd
THUNDER BAY, ON - FEBRUARY 10, 2010 – A massive crowd showed up to the Intercity Shopping Centre on 
Sunday February 7th for the Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay’s biggest fundraiser.
More than 184 registered walkers rallied to help the Alzheimer Society move a step closer to better care and a cure at the 16th Annual Manulife Walk for Memories. The grand total of pledges was over $46,000 with a few thousand additional dollars expected. read more...>
NOSM Makes an Impact
THUNDER BAY, ON - February 10, 2010 - The Northern Ontario School of Medicine 
announced its economic impact statement titled “Exploring the Socio-Economic Impact of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine” Tuesday at a simulcast press release in Sudbury and Thunder Bay. Dr. Bruce Minore (shown left) interviewed many people from different backgrounds and communities in the north the interviews form the backbone of the report. One of the common themes he often encountered was the tremendous sense of pride that we now have medical schools in Sudbury and in Thunder Bay. Both Laurentian and Lakehead Universities have become enhanced with the presence of the NOSM. As a result enrollment at the institutions is increasing. He went on to say that many students felt that by attending these institutions they would have a better chance of enrollment into the NOSM. Dr. Minore suggested that these perceptions were ill founded and there is no favoritism displayed when it comes to selecting candidates to the NOSM. read more...>
New Grant Program to Support Research Projects for Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia
THUNDER BAY, ON - JANUARY 21, 2010 - Social Science Researchers in Thunder Bay who have promising ideas for research concerning both the individual and the social issues related to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias can apply for a small grant sponsored by the Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay. read more...>
Thunder Bay Counselling Centre to Provide Care for the Caregiver
THUNDER BAY, ON - January 12, 2009- Thunder Bay Counselling Centre will be providing 
assistance to those who provide help to others on a daily basis. This March, care for the caregiver will be offered through a workshop in Thunder Bay, Ontario. read more...>
Thunder Bay Welcome New Clinician Scientist
Rising tide of dementia projected to cost Canadians $872 billion over next 30 years
THUNDER BAY, ON – JANUARY 4, 2010 – A new report released today by the Alzheimer Society to 
mark Alzheimer Awareness Month reveals alarming new data about the projected economic and social costs of dementia in Canada. According to Rising Tide: The Impact of Dementia on Canadian Society, if current demographic trends continue, the prevalence of dementia will more than double in 30 years, with the costs increasing tenfold. read more...>
Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Toys Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Ban
WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 30, 2009 - As part of its commitment to protecting the 
safety of children, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that RC2 Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill. has agreed to pay a $1.25 million civil penalty for allegedly violating the federal lead paint ban. read more...>
$10,000 cash for Christmas
THUNDER BAY, ON - December 29, 2009 - If Myrna McLeod wasn’t in the Christmas spirit 
before, she is now. McLeod, of Nipigon, is the winner of $10,000 in the sold-out Intercity Shopping Centre Ultimate 50/50 Cash Draw. The draw was held today at Intercity Shopping
Centre. read more...>
Ischkinakker Shaker sets highest fundraising target for local Alzheimer Society
THUNDER BAY, ON – DECEMBER 16, 2009 - The Ischkinakker Shaker started 7 years ago when two Lakehead University students, Katie Ischkin and Johnny DeBakker wanted to organize an event to bring all of their friends who were studying out of town together during Christmas season. The first year, the event raised just over $1,500 but now, the event has higher fundraising goals with last year's event bringing in $13,000. Katie and John have designated this year’s proceeds to go to the Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay with the event being held on Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at the CLE Coliseum. The media is cordially invited to attend. read more...>
Local partners spread the “arrive alive - DRIVE SOBER” message
THUNDER BAY, ON - December 14, 2009 - Today, community partners launched a new 
initiative to shut out impaired driving in our community during the holiday season. Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, Thunder Bay District Health Unit and the Ontario Ministry of Transportation have teamed up with provincial partners to encourage residents to “arrive alive - DRIVE SOBER.” read more...>
The FluWatch Report ending November 28
THUNDER BAY, ON - December 11, 2009 - Please note that the Health Unit's LAST flu 
clinic will be held on Wednesday, December 16 from 2-7pm at the Lakehead Labour Centre.
After December 16, those who still want an H1N1 or seasonal flu shot can visit their health care provider or the Heath Unit's Wednesday immunization clinic (1:30-6:00 p.m.) at 999 Balmoral. Clients at the Wednesday immunization clinic will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. read more...>
HEINZ MIXED CEREAL FOR BABIES MAY CONTAIN OCHRATOXIN A
OTTAWA, ON - December 10, 2009 – The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Heinz 
Canada are warning the public not to consume the Heinz Mixed Cereal for babies described below as it may contain elevated levels of Ochratoxin A (OTA). read more...>
New Family Health Team To Strengthen Health Care in Nipigon
THUNDER BAY, ON - December 11, 2009 - The Nipigon District Memorial Hospital will soon have a new family health team to provide better access to family health care.
The new family health team will deliver comprehensive health care services and offer additional programs tailored to the needs of the community, including seeing patients who do not have a family doctor. The family health team will include family physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, social workers and dieticians. read more...>
Pathologist at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
recognized for excellence in improving cancer care
THUNDER BAY - December 4, 2009 – Dr. Joseph Wasielewski, Chief of
Pathology and Medical Director of the Lab at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) received a prestigious award from the Cancer Quality Council of Ontario at the fourth annual Quality and Innovation Awards on Dec. 2. read more...>
COPING WITH GRIEF DURING THE HOLIDAYS
THUNDER BAY, ON - December 2, 2009 - ‘Tis the season to be jolly. At least, that’s how the song goes. For many of us who have lost a loved one, this can be a particularly painful time of year.
It doesn’t matter how recent or long ago the loss was. Grief seems to intensify during the holiday season.
That’s because of our high expectations, says Kathleen Buso, Communications Coordinator with Hospice Northwest, a non-profit charity that provides compassionate support to individuals and their caregivers as they face the challenges of living with a life-limiting illness. read more...>
Donations warm precious patients
Thunder Bay Community Choir Benefit Concert to Help Locals with Dementia
THUNDER BAY, ON - NOVEMBER 25, 2009 – The Thunder Bay Community Choir will host a benefit concert for the Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, on Sunday, November 29, 2009. Over 3,200 people in the Thunder Bay and surrounding area are served annually through the local Alzheimer Society. The media is cordially invited to attend. read more...>
Stork Craft drop-side baby cribs recalled
THUNDER BAY, ON ----- November 23, 2009 ------ 2 million drop-side baby cribs built by 
Stork Craft Manufacturing Inc. are being recalled in the U.S. and Canada after the deaths of four infants.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Canadian and Health Canada announced the recall. 147,000 of the recalled Stork Craft drop-side cribs were branded with the Fisher-Price logo.
The recall includes more than 1.2 million cribs sold in the United States and 968,000 cribs sold in Canada, Parents shouldn't attempt to fix the cribs until a free repair kit is available
The Fisher-Price cribs were first sold in the U.S. in July 1998 and in Canada in September 1998 read more.....>
TBDHU flu Activity is decreasing
THUNDER BAY, ----- November 15, 2009 ---- A total of 7 H1N1 clinics (3 new) will be 
held next week in Thunder Bay (Nov 16-20). Despite reports that flu ctivity is decreasing, the Health Unit is reminding people not to be complacent, and that it’s still important to get the shot. The lineups are shorter, wait times are significantly reduced, and the clinics are now open to the general public.
A 38-year-old Ottawa father of three has died after being admitted to hospital this week with what was believed to be swine flu. read more....>
Thunder Bay Hospital Relaxes H1N1 “Visitor Restrictions
THUNDER BAY, ON ----- November 13, 2009 ----- FluWatch report for the week ending November 7, 2009 (week 44) Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is noticing a gradual decline in patient pressures on the Emergency Department and in-patient admissions with a Febrile Respiratory Illness when compared to the peaks in activity in recent weeks. Therefore, visitor restrictions are being reduced as of 6:00 pm on Friday, November 13, 2009. read more......>
Save a Heart Ball Keeps Growing
THUNDER BAY, ON - November 12, 2009 - If you are one of those people in Thunder Bay 
who waits for the last minute to get tickets to events, they you will be one of those people left wishing you could be attending the Save A Heart Ball. Tickets are completely sold out for the last month. There are 410 people able to attend. The number of attendees continues to climb, this year, in the midst of what some are calling a recession, ticket sales are up by 20%.
Vince Mirabelli the Chair of the Save a Heart Ball commented, "In the first 3 years of the Save A Heart Ball, we have had over 1,000 attendees and raised over $100,000". Tickets sold out very quickly this year, and the event is becoming one of the social events of the season in Thunder Bay. read more.....>
Recall Maclaren Recalls Strollers Fingertip Amputations
THUNDER BAY, ON ---- November 10, 2009 ----- WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. 
Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
- Name of Product: Maclaren Strollers
- Units: About one million
- Distributor: Maclaren USA, Inc., of South Norwalk, Conn.
Hazard: The stroller’s hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 15 reports of children placing their finger in the stroller’s hinge mechanism, resulting in 12 reports of fingertip amputations in the United States.
Description: This recall involves all Maclaren single and double umbrella strollers. The word “Maclaren” is printed on the stroller. The affected models included Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod, Techno XT, TechnoXLR, Twin Triumph, Twin Techno and Easy Traveller.
Sold at: Babies“R”Us, Target and other juvenile product and mass merchandise retailers nationwide from 1999 through November 2009 for between $100 and $360. read more.....>
Thunder Bay District, 18 reported cases H1N1
THUNDER BAY, ---- October 24, 2009 - There have been four new cases of the H1N1 flu virus have been confirmed in the Thunder Bay District. The cases involved two young children from the Thunder Bay area, and a child and an adult from outlying communities. All have recovered. This count only reflects those cases that have been tested and confirmed positive. H1N1is the predominant flu strain this flu season in Ontario, and testing is not being routinely done for most flu cases. read more.....>
H1N1 & Flu vaccine Schedule Announced
THUNDER BAY ---- October 23, 2009 - Today the Thunder Bay Dist received the District’s supply of the H1N1 vaccine and we will begin administering it next week in Thunder Bay. The first clinic is going to be held Monday, October 26th from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Lakehead Labour Centre on Fort William Road, and in Marathon at the Moose Hall from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. The Health Unit wants to assure people that there will be enough H1N1 vaccine for everyone who wants or needs it, and is free. read more.....>
Three new H1N1 cases Thunder Bay District
THUNDER BAY, ON, ----- October 15, 2009 --- Three new H1N1 cases this past week have been confirmed by The Thunder Bay District Health Unit . All three have recovered from the illness,
That brings the total number of confirmed swine flu cases reported in this district to 14. The three new cases involved one child from an outlying community, and a child and an adult living in Thunder Bay.
On Tuesday, the Porcupine Health Unit, which serves parts of northeastern Ontario, was notified that tests on 2 male teenstested positive for H1N1 subtype of influenza A. One of the teens, a 15 year old was hospitalized and passed away, and the other is recovering at home, read more.....>
15 yr-old, Timmins boy, dies with swine flu
TIMMINS, ON ------ October 15, 2009 --- On Tuesday, the Porcupine Health Unit, which serves parts of northeastern Ontario, was notified that tests on 2 male teenstested positive for H1N1 subtype of influenza A. One of the teens, a 15 year old was hospitalized and passed away, and the other is recovering at home, they reported on Wednesday read more......>
THUNDER BAY, ON - November 16, 2009 - Guests dined, danced and bid to their hearts’ content at the Downtown Volkswage Save a Heart Ball Saturday, November 14, 2009. 412 guests attended the sold-out event, which raised funds in support of the Northern Cardiac Fund of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation. A record $43,000 was raised to help expand angioplasty services. In its four-year history, the Ball has raised over $140,000. read more...>
Benefit in honor of Valorie Bobrowski-Donaldson
THUNDER BAY, -------- November 16, 2009 ------ a benefit in honor of my sister Valorie 
Bobrowski - Donaldson . She is 44 years old, a wife, mother of two, daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend.
Recently her world came crashing down when she was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Her family then travelled with her to Toronto for a biopsy only to discover that the tumour was highly cancerous and inoperable due to the size and location. Doctors then informed us that an aggressive chemo and radiation schedule was the only available course of action. As a result of the tumour's size and location, basic functions we take for granted everyday such as sight, hearing, speech, balance and memory are rapidly deteriorating. read more.......>
Having a Ball for cardiac care
Christmas is for kids!
THUNDER BAY, ON - December 1, 2009 - “When it comes to our children, we want the 
absolute best care,” said Janis Beebe, member of the Board of Directors of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation.
Both of Beebe’s grandchildren, Kaylee, 11 months, and Parker, three and a half years, were born at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. “When my daughter Christa had her children, the care was exceptional,” Beebe recalled. “I can’t say enough about the staff for all they did to make my grandchildren’s arrivals so safe and special.” read more...>
COPING WITH GRIEF DURING THE HOLIDAYS
THUNDER BAY, ON - December 2, 2009 - ‘Tis the season to be jolly. At least, that’s how 
the song goes. For many of us who have lost a loved one, this can be a particularly painful time of year.
It doesn’t matter how recent or long ago the loss was. Grief seems to intensify during the holiday season.
That’s because of our high expectations, says Kathleen Buso, Communications Coordinator with Hospice Northwest, a non-profit charity that provides compassionate support to individuals and their caregivers as they face the challenges of living with a life-limiting illness. read more...>
THUNDER BAY, ON - November 26, 2009 - Babies born at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre have new equipment to help them get the best start in life. A grant from the Health Sciences Foundation will purchase two new infant warmers for the Labour and Delivery unit. read more...>
THUNDER BAY, ON - January 7, 2010 – At a media conference today, the Thunder Bay Regional Research Institute (TBRRI), Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) and the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) celebrated a milestone for Thunder Bay’s medical community by welcoming their first jointly appointed clinician scientist. read more...>
Deer Tick Tests Positive For Lyme Disease
THUNDER BAY, ON ---- May 27, 2010 --- The Thunder Bay District Health 
Unit has received laboratory confirmation that a deer tick, found on a dog within the city limits, has tested positive for Lyme disease. This is the first positive test for Lyme disease in a tick since the Health Unit started monitoring and testing ticks in 2005.
Although the majority of ticks in the area are harmless wood ticks, deer ticks have the potential to carry and transmit Lyme disease; a serious inflammatory illness which affects the central nervous system, cardiovascular system, and joints. read more.....>
Celebrity hockey players join golfers in fight against cancer
THUNDER BAY , ON ----- June 11, 2010 --- Thursday, Northwestern 
Ontario’s hockey celebrities left their usual gear behind in favour of golf shoes and clubs. Homegrown hockey stars participated in the Freedom 55 Financial Thunder Bay Hockey Celebrity Golf Classic in support of cancer care in our region. Funds raised support the Northern Cancer Fund of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation.
“I love returning to Northwestern Ontario. It’s great to be home helping support cancer patients in this community,” says Taylor Pyatt. read more......>