Almost everyone seeks some form of health care at least once each year. Health continues to be a top priority for the public, especially with current hospital wait times and access limitations.
Join the discussion each week as Dr. Don Nixdorf and guests offer perspectives on health care, research and policy. Expert guests complete the conversation, providing an honest view of topics discussed. Learn how to stay healthy and get the most benefit from our care system. From addressing common back pain to health care reform, Dr. Nixdorf has you covered.
Take control of your health. With knowledge, we can become our own advocates and make more informed decisions about health and wellness for ourselves, and our families.
Upcoming Shows:
May 14 - Falls account for the #1 cause of injury related deaths in people over 65. The key is to learn how to protect yourself and minimize your risk of falling. Dr. Fabio Feldman joins us to talk about the Fraser Health Authority's mobile falls prevention clinics as well as the Safety Superheroes prevention program.
May 21 - More FREEDOM! BC Seniors Living Association shows us how retirement living means less responsibility for you. Leave the housekeeping to us and we'll show you how to make every minute more enjoyable.
May 28 - Dr. Peter Edmunds, Coastal Medical Director of Palliative Care for Vancouver Coastal Health, discusses the new "Day Program" that was created to support
patients facing the challenges of living their lives in the face of terminal or life-threatening illness.