Medical Matters

Endometriosis

Medical Matters — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 21:27:52 +0000

Ron Murphy talks with Dr. jennifer Mark OBGYN about the latest treatments for Endometriosis and explains what it is and what causes this problem.

Dr. Mark- The Menstrual Cycle

Medical Matters — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:54:33 +0000

This week, Ron Murphy talks with Dr. Jennifer mark, an OBGYN from the Haliburton Family Health team about the Menstrual Cycle. What it is , why it is and it's purpose.

Fractures

Medical Matters — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:19:11 +0000

Ron Murphy talks with Dr Michael Zyweil, orthopedic surgeon from Toronto Western Hospital about different types of fractures and the healing process.

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Hip Replacements

Medical Matters — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 21:09:32 +0000

This episode Ron Murphy talks with orthapedic surgeon Dr. Michael Zyweil from The University Health network about hip replacements.

Judah Iszak-Medical Student

Medical Matters — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:58:54 +0000

Ron Murphy talks with Judah Iszak, a third year medical student and potential new doctor for the Haliburton Highlands in the future.

Dr. Jennifer Mark - OBGYN

Medical Matters — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:51:00 +0000

Ron Murphy talks with Dr. Jennifer Mark, the OBGYN in Haliburton about the services she provides.

Dr. Wolfstadt-Knee Replacement

Medical Matters — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:02:16 +0000

This week, Ron Murphy talks with Dr. Jesse Wolfstadt, doctor of orthopaedic surgery from Mount Sianai Hospital about knee replacements and the advancements that have been made in recent times. He explains what robotic surgry is and how it can help the surgeon and the patient.

Chiropractic Care

Medical Matters — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 14:49:25 +0000

This week, Dr. Grace Diezel talks about Chiropractic Care, what it is and what a Chiroprator can do for your aches and pains!

Bone Density

Medical Matters — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 20:07:48 +0000

This week, Dr. Michael Zyweil from Toronto Western Hospital talks about our bones and what bone density is all about.

Based out of the Toronto Western Hospital in Toronto, Canada, Dr Zywiel is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement surgery.

Working as part of the interdisciplinary Hip and Knee Assessment Clinic at the Toronto Western Hospital, Dr Zywiel is committed to helping patients and referring providers obtain timely assessment, diagnosis and treatment of arthritis-related hip and knee pain.

Orthapedics

Medical Matters — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:46:29 +0000

This week, Ron murphy speaks with Dr. Zyweil from Toronto Western Hospital about hip replacement surgery and Orthopedic surgery.

Hematology

Medical Matters — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 17:00:00 +0000

This week, host Ron Murphy speaks to Peterborough Hematologist Dr Ismail Sharif about diseases of the blood such as anemia and leukemia.

Dr. Bottum's Last Episode

Medical Matters — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 19:48:49 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum steps back from Medical Matters after 10 years on the air and talks about what he has learned from the show.

Healthy Kids 2

Medical Matters — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 18:07:38 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum lets us know how we can give our kids a healthy lifstyle.

Hand Problems

Medical Matters — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 18:03:02 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum talks about problems that occur with your hands and fingers.

Scoliosis

Medical Matters — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 18:00:03 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum talks about Scoliosis, what it is and what you can do about it.

Metabolic Fleibility

Medical Matters — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 18:58:36 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum explains what Metabolic Flexibility is and why it's important to a healthy lifestyle.

Sinusitus

Medical Matters — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 18:53:48 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum talks about sinus issues, what the symptoms are and what we can do to fix them.

Tick Talk 2024

Medical Matters — Fri, 17 May 2024 16:31:57 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum talks about ticks and the diseases that they carry and what we can do to protect ourselves.

Cholesterol, Bad or Good?

Medical Matters — Fri, 10 May 2024 19:21:54 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum talks about good ol' Cholesterol, is it bad or is it good? Find out here.

Sciatica

Medical Matters — Fri, 03 May 2024 15:01:54 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum talks about Sciatica, what causes it and what to do if it affects you.

Asthma

Medical Matters — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 20:48:59 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum talks about Asthma, what causes it, what it is and what you can do to fight it.

Managing Prescriptions

Medical Matters — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 20:41:30 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum tells us why you should review with your doctor and pharmacist the prescriptions that you ate taking, making sure they are not affecting each other.

Managing Fractures

Medical Matters — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 20:35:34 +0000

This week,Dr. Norm Bottum tells us what to do if you break a bone and how to look after it.

Menopause

Medical Matters — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 21:07:32 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusses Menopause, what it is, what causes it and what to do about it?

Healthy Aging

Medical Matters — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 13:38:56 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum lets us know how we can age and be healthy at the same time.

Type II diabetes Reversal

Medical Matters — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 17:22:31 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum lets us know how to reverse your type II Diabetes and live a healthier life.

Bugs In Your Belly

Medical Matters — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:17:31 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Micr-Biom , or gut bacteria and why they are important to a healthy body.

Travel Vaccines

Medical Matters — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 19:09:37 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusses what a traveller needs to consider before travelling out of the country.

Paxlovid

Medical Matters — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:32:28 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum disIcusses Paxlovid. what itI does and itIs uses for aidIinIg CovidI patients.

Vaccines

Medical Matters — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 21:28:57 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses the latest Flu Vaccine and the latest COVID vaccine.

Varicose Veins

Medical Matters — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 21:25:56 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Varicose Veins, what they are, what causes them and how to treat them.

Addictions

Medical Matters — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 18:09:14 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusses addictions, the differnt types and what is available in the way of help.

Bariatric Options

Medical Matters — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 12:44:01 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses what bariatric options there are for weight loss.

Insulin Resistance

Medical Matters — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 17:34:11 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Insulin resistance. What causes it and what it means to our bodies.

Summer Skin Care

Medical Matters — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 21:32:41 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses taking care of your skin in the summer, what to do and what not to do.

Hypertension

Medical Matters — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 15:31:07 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum talks about hypertension, what it is and how to control it.

Tick Talk 2023

Medical Matters — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 15:28:55 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum talks about the latest news on Ticks in Haliburton County.

Haliburton County EMS Service-Tim Waite

Medical Matters — Fri, 26 May 2023 20:57:30 +0000

This week Dr. Bottum talks with Tim Waite about the Haliburton County EMS and the effect the emergency rooms consolidation will have on them.

Tinnitus

Medical Matters — Wed, 10 May 2023 19:34:52 +0000

This week,Dr. Bottum talks about Tinnitus. What causes it and what it is.

Minden Emergency Closure

Medical Matters — Wed, 10 May 2023 19:32:32 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum talks about the Minden Emergency department closure and what it means for Haliburton County.

Mental Health

Medical Matters — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:49:23 +0000

This week Dr. Bottum talks with a guest about Mental health in Teens.

Dying with Dignity

Medical Matters — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:47:06 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Dying with Dignity and what we can do to prepare for it.

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Vertigo

Medical Matters — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 18:44:55 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Vertigo, what causes it and what to do if you have it.

Labourers or Athletes

Medical Matters — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 13:50:24 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusses why labourers should treat there body like they are athletes.

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ALS-What is it?

Medical Matters — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 19:33:48 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum looks at ALS and what are its symptoms.

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Palpitations

Medical Matters — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 22:08:38 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum talks about Palpitations, what they are and what can cause them.

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Telemedicine

Medical Matters — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 20:32:31 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Telemedicine and what are the uses of it.

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Preventing Dementia

Medical Matters — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 20:29:24 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum lets us know what we can do to improve our health and help prevent Dementia.

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Fevers, Friend or Foe?

Medical Matters — Sat, 14 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses what fevers are and what it means when we get one.

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IUD's

Medical Matters — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses IUDs and their benefits and side effects.

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Fat Phobia

Medical Matters — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses the fear people have with eating fat and why we shouldn't be afraid of it.

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The Viral surge

Medical Matters — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 15:28:00 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses what is causing the latest surge in Viral infections.

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What Causes Heartburn!

Medical Matters — Sat, 14 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses the most common causes of heartburn and what to do about it.

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Get Your Important fall Flu Shot

Medical Matters — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses the latest flu shot and why we need to get it.

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Vascular Dementia

Medical Matters — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum explains what Vascular Dementia is and what it does to our brains.

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Rotator Cuff Injuries

Medical Matters — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 15:12:56 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses what a rotator cuff injury is and what to do about it.

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The End of PAP Smears.

Medical Matters — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 13:52:52 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusses why PAP Smears will no longer be needed.

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Nutrients

Medical Matters — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 13:49:55 +0000

This week, Dr.. Norm Bottum talks about nutrients and why we need them to keep ourselves healthy.

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Toenails

Medical Matters — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 20:37:51 +0000

This week, Ron Murphy & Dr. Norm Bottum discuss toenails and the problems that can occur with them.

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Earaches

Medical Matters — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 20:36:02 +0000

This week, Ron Murphy & Dr. Norm Bottum talk about ears and how to keep them healthy.

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Healthy Kids

Medical Matters — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 20:33:20 +0000

This week, Ron Murphy & Dr. Norm Bottum discuss how to keep your kids the healthiest they can be.

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Vascular Disease

Medical Matters — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 13:44:54 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusses Vascular disease and it symptoms.

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Hemochromatosis

Medical Matters — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 13:40:02 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum speaks about Hemochromatosis and it symptoms.

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Autism & Vaccines

Medical Matters — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 19:10:23 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses if there is or is not a connection between vaccines and autism.

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Ankle swelling

Medical Matters — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 19:08:14 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses what causes ankle swelling and what you can do about it.

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Hip Pain

Medical Matters — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 19:05:52 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses hip pain and what causes it.

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Tick Talk

Medical Matters — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:33:01 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusses Ticks in the Highlands. What to do if you find one on your body and the possibilty of contracting Lyme Disease.

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Neuralgia

Medical Matters — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:30:48 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusses Neuralgia, what causes it and what it is.

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Spring Fitness

Medical Matters — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:28:36 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusse how to keep fit in the spring.

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Prostate Cancer

Medical Matters — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:26:10 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum discusses Prostate Cancer.

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Migraines

Medical Matters — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 16:14:21 +0000

This week, Doctor Bottum discusses migain headaches, what causes them and what treatment is available.

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Shingles

Medical Matters — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 15:42:07 +0000

This week,Dr. Bottum discusses the symptoms of Shingles and the treatment available.

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Covid 19 Update

Medical Matters — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 15:39:27 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum talks about Covid and the new rules relaxation of the mandates.

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Crones & Colitis

Medical Matters — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 20:31:22 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Crones & Colitis, what it is and what might cause it.

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Medical Matters — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

This week Dr. Bottum discusses PCOS-Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, what it is and what are the causes.

Macular Degeneration

Medical Matters — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:54:01 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses the symptoms and causes of Macular Degeneration.

Post Partum Depression

Medical Matters — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:51:30 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses the symptoms of Post Partum Depression.

Gall Stones

Medical Matters — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:49:21 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Gall Stones, what they are and how to prevent them.

Resolutions

Medical Matters — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:44:44 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses New years resolutions and how to set realistic goals.

Frailty

Medical Matters — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:43:06 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Frailty and what it is.

Metabolic Syndrome Ep 8

Medical Matters — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:40:20 +0000

This week, Dr Bottum finishes his talks on Metabolic Syndrome.

Metabolic Syndrome Ep 7

Medical Matters — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:35:20 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Metabolic Syndrome.

Metabolic Syndrome Ep 6

Medical Matters — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:33:09 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses futher about Metabolic Syndrome.

Metabolic Syndrome Episode 5

Medical Matters — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 19:47:17 +0000

This week, Barry Willhelm & Dr. Norm Bottum discuss Metabolic Syndrome.

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Metabolic Syndrome Episode 4

Medical Matters — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 19:45:26 +0000

This week, Barry Willhelm & Dr. Norm Bottum discuss Metabolic Syndrome.

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Metabolic Syndrome Episode 3

Medical Matters — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 19:43:17 +0000

This week, Barry Willhelm & Dr. Norm bottum discuss Metabolic Syndrome.

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Metabolic Syndrome Episode 2

Medical Matters — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 19:36:07 +0000

This week, Barry Wilhelm & Dr. Norm Bottum discuss Metabolic Syndrome.

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Metabolic Syndrome Episode 1

Medical Matters — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 19:33:44 +0000

This week, Dr. Norm Bottum and Barry Willhelm talk about Metabolic Syndrome.

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Tick Talk & Lyme Disease

Medical Matters — Wed, 05 May 2021 18:13:05 +0000

Dr. Bottum discusses Ticks and the dangers of Lyme Disease

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Obesity - April 2021

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:19:35 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum Discusses Obesity.

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Covid Update Apr 12 2021

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:19:30 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum gives a Covid 19 update for the Haliburton Highlands.

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Frostbite

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:06:17 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Frostbite.

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Covid Vaccines

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:04:39 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses the Covid Vaccine and it's rollout.

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Gout

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:04:19 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum discusses Gout symptoms.

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Resolutions

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:56:23 +0000

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Essential Tremors.

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:54:54 +0000

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Mitigating Covid Risks

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:53:32 +0000

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Diabetes Reversal

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:47:34 +0000

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Kidney Dialysis

Medical Matters — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:45:58 +0000

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The Coroner

Medical Matters — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 15:02:29 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum (Haliburton County Coroner) explains what the Coroner does and his responsibilties.

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The Immune System

Medical Matters — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:59:20 +0000

This week, Dr.Bottum and Barry Willhelm explain what our Immune System is and how it works.

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Congestive Heart Failure

Medical Matters — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:56:14 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum and Barry Willhelm tell us what Congestive Heart Failure is.

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Medical Matters and Herd Immunity

Medical Matters — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:52:58 +0000

This week, Dr. Bottum and Barry Willhelm discuss how Herd Immunity works.

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Medical Matter and Medicine Absorption

Medical Matters — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:50:39 +0000

This week, Barry willhelm and Dr. Bottum discuss how medicine is absorbed into the body and how it know where to go.

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Medical Matters and Kawasaki Disease

Medical Matters — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:47:34 +0000

This week,Barry Willhelm and Dr. Bottum Discuss Kawasaki Disease.

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Ketosis

Medical Matters — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0000

This week, Barry and Doctor Bottum discuss Ketosis

Ketosis is a metabolic state characterized by elevated levels of ketone bodies in the blood or urine. Physiologic ketosis is a normal response to low glucose availability, such as low-carbohydrate diets or fasting, that provides an additional energy source for the brain in the form of ketones.

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Hematuria

Medical Matters — Fri, 29 May 2020 17:39:37 +0000

This week, Barry and Doctor Bottum discuss Hematuri. Hematuria is the presence of blood in a person's urine. The two types of hematuria are gross hematuria—when a person can see the blood in his or her urine and microscopic hematuria—when a person cannot see the blood in his or her urine, yet it is seen under a microscope.

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COVID-19 Masks

Medical Matters — Thu, 21 May 2020 17:22:57 +0000

This week, Barry Willhelm, and Dr Norm Borrum cover masks. What kinds are there, what's an N95, when do you need to wear them, and more..

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Limping Kids

Medical Matters — Sat, 18 Apr 2020 16:01:19 +0000

Barry & Dr Norm talk about various things that might cause your child to limp, and what to look for that might indicate something more serious, touching on things like painless limps, night sweats, and even Terry Fox!

Eye Care

Medical Matters — Sat, 18 Apr 2020 15:53:47 +0000

Norm and Barry give updates on eye care, a little background on how your eyes work, and how you can expect your vision to change as you age.

COVID-19 Coronavirus Update

Medical Matters — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 15:36:31 +0000

With Coronavirus constantly in the news-cycle, Barry and Dr Bottum give you reliable advice about how the virus spreads and how you can protect yourselves!

Knee Scoping

Medical Matters — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 14:46:12 +0000

Healthy Habits

Medical Matters — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 14:44:15 +0000

Medically Assisted Death

Medical Matters — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 17:47:07 +0000

Assisted death is the topic of today's show: a controversial issue to some, this covers people with an imminent death who choose to have their life ended by a doctor.

Dr Bottum explains the many legal hoops to jump through, to ensure that the will of the patient is respected, and that the decision is made with a sound mind, to protect the patient and their loved ones.

Intermittent Fasting

Medical Matters — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 14:29:51 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum discuss Intermittent Fasting: Its roots in cultural and religious practices, eating in a six to eight hour window, and the health benefits that include weight loss and reduced risk of cancer and diabetes.

Osteo-Arthritis

Medical Matters — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum discuss Osteo-Arthritis, how it impacts your life, and how you can deal with its challenges.

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Foot Care

Medical Matters — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Dr Bottum brings Barry up to date on how to best care for your feet, and how other issues: back pain, knee pain, can actually come down to a problem with your feet!

What makes a good, healthy shoe, and what else do you need to do to care for your feet?

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Coronavirus

Medical Matters — Thu, 06 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

With the Coronavirus dominating the news cycle, Barry and Dr Bottum help to break down; what the virus is, how it spreads, how to keep yourself safe, and just how at-risk are you?

Winter Exercise

Medical Matters — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Getting enough exercise in the winter can be a challenge, Barry and Dr Bottum give some advice for people who find that they become a little more sedentary during the winter months.

Magnesium

Medical Matters — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 23:00:00 +0000

What are the benefits of Magnesium? Do you suffer from cramping, could adding more magnesium to your diet help?

Latex Allergies

Medical Matters — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Are you allergic to latex? How could this affect your life and health, and, if you are allergic, would you already know?

Metabolic Syndrome Revisited

Medical Matters — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 21:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum revisit the topic of Metabolic Syndrome, giving some updates and clarifications from the first time they discussed it. If you found yourself identifying with the symptoms they described last time, be sure to check this episode out!

Palliative Care Revisited

Medical Matters — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 20:00:00 +0000

Palliative care is revisited in today's episode, bringing some updates on the challenges and realities of palliative care providers, as well as the patients in their care.

Incontinence

Medical Matters — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum cover incontinence, along with Janet Bottum, a nurse continence education. Together, they examine some steps to help deal with incontinence.

Travel Immunizations

Medical Matters — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Barry asks what he can do to protect himself from the kinds of illnesses he might encounter on vacation. Dr Bottum's answer: Travel Immunizations, shots targeted at the diseases you could encounter at your destination.

Rotator Cuff

Medical Matters — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Rotator cuff injuries can be debilitating for those who have to deal with them. The rotator cuff is located in the shoulder, and has the widest range of motion of all your joints, so when it isn't working as it should, it stop you right in your tracks.

Heartburn

Medical Matters — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 21:00:00 +0000

Acid reflux, or heartburn, is a common condition that affects a great many people. Barry and Dr Bottum examine some causes, what you can do about the discomfort of heartburn, and how to tell the difference between heartburn and heart attack.

Stress

Medical Matters — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 20:00:00 +0000

Stress, it's a daily fact of life for most people, but how much does it affect your health. Barry and Dr Bottum are joined by Barb Fraser, a social worker, who helps them find ways to reduce stress in your life.

Parkinsons

Medical Matters — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 19:00:00 +0000

Parkinson's disease is the subject of today's Medical Matters. Barry and Dr Bottum talk about what to look out for in a Parkinson's diagnosis, and what you need to know about the condition itself.

TORCH

Medical Matters — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum talk about common issues facing pregnant women, TORCH: Toxoplasmosis, Rubella, Cytomegalovirus, and Herpes, as well as another disease that can affect development in utero, the Zika virus.

Kidney Stones

Medical Matters — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Kidney stones can be a very painful subject for some, join Barry and Dr Bottum as they discuss "Kidney Stone Season", and how you can help protect yourself from kidney stones.

Dental Health

Medical Matters — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry is joined by Dr Smolen, DDS, as they talk about how you can best take care of your teeth, and how that can help you stay smiling into old age?

Dietician Nicki Mills, RD

Medical Matters — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Dietician Nicki Mills joins Barry and Dr Bottum today, as they discuss the 100 Meal Journey, and nutrition, in general.

Neck Pain

Medical Matters — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 23:00:00 +0000

The subject of today's show is a real pain in the neck! Dr Bottum and Barry bring Dr Rob Hill to discuss neck pain, different causes and what you can do about it.

Cardiac Care

Medical Matters — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Dr Bottum and Barry discuss matters of the heart: looking at cardiac care in the Haliburton highlands, and the advancements that have come to the region through Dr Bottum's career.

Physician Assistant Kevin Penny, PA

Medical Matters — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Physican Assistant Kevin Penny, PA joins Dr Bottum and Barry today to discuss the role of a physician's assistant, and how they can help your physician to care for you.

Joint Replacement

Medical Matters — Sun, 26 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum talk about joint arthroplasties, aka joint replacements, from advanced prosthetics worn externally to internal devices for knees and elbows.

Flu Shots

Medical Matters — Sat, 25 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Dr Bottum and Barry talk about flu shots: what they are, who should get them, who might be at greater risk, and where you're able to get them.

Internet Medicine

Medical Matters — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum tackle medicine on the internet. With so many people seeking information from the internet, how can people tell what is trustworthy, reliable info, and how can you use the internet to benefit your health.

Pacemakers

Medical Matters — Thu, 23 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

What are pacemakers, what do they do, who needs them, and why? With more options and some being recalled, Barry and Dr Bottum try to clear up some of the questions surrounding pacemakers.

Finger Injuries

Medical Matters — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

How common are injuries to hands and fingers? From cuts and scrapes to breaks and strains, and other conditions that can affect your fingers and hands.

Marijuana

Medical Matters — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum weigh in on the debate surrounding Marijuana, should it be legalized, and what are the health concerns that come with it?

Sleep Hygiene

Medical Matters — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

How important is sleep to you? How long do you sleep at night, do you get up at night, do you struggle to get to sleep? Check out today's episode for some tips if you're having trouble sleeping.

Ticks

Medical Matters — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Ticks are the subject of today's show, Lyme Disease is a big concern, and people are always on the lookout for the presence of Lyme Disease in local ticks. Barry and Dr Bottum look at things that you can do to protect yourself from Lyme Disease, and ticks in general!

Summer Allergies

Medical Matters — Sat, 18 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Summer allergies: why do they come up when they do, what can people do to protect themselves, and what can cause allergic reactions.

Diabetes

Medical Matters — Fri, 17 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Diabetes: from monitoring your blood sugar, to complications that can arise from the condition. Barry reminisces about helping his grandmother with her diabetes, and Dr Bottum brings us up to the present day with the latest in monitoring and treatment.

Obesity

Medical Matters — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Obesity is the subject of today's show: what are some things we can do to avoid obesity, what lifestyle factors contribute to the issue, and what effect does it have on their health.

Warts

Medical Matters — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Today Barry and Dr Bottum talk about warts. What are warts, what different kinds are there, and what can you do about them? A practical approach to a common problem.

Cancer Screening

Medical Matters — Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum talk about cancer screening: what it is, what it means for you, and when do you need to be tested for cancer.

Marijuana Revisited

Medical Matters — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum revisit the subject of Marijuana, and Dr Bottum discusses his visit to CARP, the Canadian Association of Retired People, and questions pertaining to medicinal use of marijuana.

Hair Loss

Medical Matters — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum talk about hair loss. Alopecia, the inability to grow hair, is the medical term for baldness. Male pattern baldness, or hair loss through disease and treatment are discussed.

Housing

Medical Matters — Sat, 11 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Housing is the subject of today's show: seniors housing, and the impact that housing can have on health. When is it no longer safe to live on your own?

Immune System

Medical Matters — Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum discuss the immune system, what it does, how it works, and how you can keep yours healthy.

Flu Remedies

Medical Matters — Thu, 09 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and the Doc talk about flu remedies, how do you deal with the flu if the only medical advice is: Stay Home!

Metabolic Syndrome

Medical Matters — Wed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Metabolic Syndrome can be a concern for diabetics and pre-diabetics, and can be a concern for anyone dealing with issues of insulin, or obesity.

Viruses

Medical Matters — Tue, 07 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Viruses are under the microscope today, as Barry and Dr Bottum dig into the differences between bacteria and a virus.

Measles

Medical Matters — Mon, 06 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum tackle Measles, immunization, and the benefits of preventative medicine.

Meat

Medical Matters — Sun, 05 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Join Barry and Dr Bottum as they discuss meat, and its effect on diet and health, through the lens of a new study from McMaster University.

IBS

Medical Matters — Sat, 04 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is the subject of this show. It covers everything from the stomach on out, and is a wide encompassing term that can cover gas, bloating, diarrhea and a range of other digestive effects.

Concussions Revisited

Medical Matters — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum revisit the subject of concussions: Rowan's law, risks, realities and all the up to date info on concussions for today's families.

Prostate Cancer Revisited

Medical Matters — Thu, 02 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Weir talk about prostate cancer, and how approaches to diagnosis and treatment have changed over the years.

Annual Physicals

Medical Matters — Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum tackle the subject of annual physicals: when should you be getting one, when is it unnecessary, and are you better off booking an appointment when you think you need one, or just checking in once a year.

Colonoscopy

Medical Matters — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum peer into the dark world of colonoscopy. With the ability to more accurately diagnose and treat carcinoma, Dr Bottum explains the benefits and potential risks of colonoscopies.

Concussions

Medical Matters — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Dr Bottum and Barry cover the issue of concussions. Although they can occur at any time, when high school sports season starts ramping up, it's important to know what to look for, and what the risks of a concussion could be.

Smoking

Medical Matters — Sun, 29 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

The smoking gun behind so many respiratory ailments, Cathy McLaughlin, from the Highlands Health Team, joins Barry and Dr Bottum as they talk about smoking cessation, and tools to help you quit.

Cancer

Medical Matters — Sat, 28 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum talk about cancer: how to recognize early warning signs, how to prevent cancer, and dealing with it, if you have been diagnosed.

Diabetes

Medical Matters — Fri, 27 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum discuss diabetes: who should be screened, what to watch for, and what are the differences between Type 1 & 2.

Fitness

Medical Matters — Thu, 26 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Fitness is the topic of today's show: how people can get fit, stay fit, and how little it takes to keep yourself healthy with a relatively small amount of activity.

Health Tips

Medical Matters — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum get together to talk about a few basic tips for keeping yourself healthy. Choose one or two from Dr Bottum's list of 10 health commandments to help yourself have a healthier year!

Osteoporosis

Medical Matters — Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Osteoporosis is the topic of today's show, the tendency of bones to lose density as you age, and how much easier it can be to break a bone as you get older.

Dementia

Medical Matters — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum discuss dementia with Janet Bottum, Seniors Health Nurse. Dementia is a catch-all term that covers a number of conditions that impair your cognitive function, your ability to think and remember.

Diet Help

Medical Matters — Sun, 22 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Dr Bottum and Barry are joined by Nicki Mills, Registered Dietician, to give people some tips on healthy eating throughout the year. With so many diets around, they look at how you can lose weight and stay healthy at the same time.

Prostate Cancer

Medical Matters — Sat, 21 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum talk about prostate cancer, the second most common cancer in men, bringing people up to date with the latest knowledge and treatment available to people with prostate cancer.

Palliative Care

Medical Matters — Fri, 20 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Helping or supporting people with terminal illness, or otherwise nearing the end of their life, is known as palliative care. Barry and Dr Bottum discuss different options available to people and families facing death.

COPD

Medical Matters — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

COPD, or Chronics Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is a persistent blockage in your breathing. Dr Bottum and Barry discuss what it is, and what it means for people suffering from it.

Constipation

Medical Matters — Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum tackle constipation, continuing their examination of the digestive system, and some of its common ailments. How do you deal with constipation at different stages of life, from infants to the elderly.

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Medical Matters — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

DVT, or deep vein thrombosis, is the topic of today's show, the risk of clots developing in veins deep in your body. Barry and Dr Bottum discuss the risks involved, and why you might have to wear a stocking before or after surgery.

Insect Bites

Medical Matters — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum talk about the range of insect bites and stings that people might run into in the summer. What are the risks, what bites are safe, and which ones do you need to be concerned about?

Seasonal Allergies

Medical Matters — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Every spring brings with it beautiful blossoms, and terrible allergies for some, others have issues with hayfever in the summer, still others have to deal with dust in the winter. Barry and Dr Bottum discuss what allergies are, and how you can deal with allergic reactions.

Sunscreen

Medical Matters — Sat, 14 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Getting into the summer, how do you protect yourself from sunburn? Looking at yesterdays "Sun Tan Lotion" and today's sunscreen, when should you wear it and why?

Hernias

Medical Matters — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

What is a hernia, what causes them, and what can you do if you're suffering from one? Dr Bottum gives Barry the scoop on hernias, a common issue that is seen almost every week in Dr Bottum's practice.

ATV Safety

Medical Matters — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

ATVs, All Terrain Vehicles, are very popular in the highlands, and in many rural areas around the world. With ATVs growing in popularity, there are more accidents and injuries now than ever before. Dr Bottum gives some tips to help you stay safe on your ATV.

Back Pain

Medical Matters — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum discuss the debilitating issue of low back pain. As the most common musculoskeletal complaint, it can be caused by a range of things, but they will all stop you in your tracks!

Sleep Apnea

Medical Matters — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Sleep apnea is a pervasive condition, that can have some serious risks associated with it. Apnea means absence of breath, and while sleeping, your body can stop breathing for up to a minute, followed by a deep gasp to regain your breath, and this can repeat many times over the course of a night.

Medication Compliance

Medical Matters — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

When you get a prescription do you take it exactly according to the instructions, until the dosage is complete, do you even pick up your prescription after it's been given to you? Dr Bottum and Barry chat about issues surrounding medication compliance.

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Medical Matters — Sun, 08 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

SAD, or Seasonal Affective Disorder, can be a challenge for people throughout the fall and winter. As a subset of depression, Barry and Dr Bottum discuss the reasons why it happens, and how you can cope with it.

Holiday Diet

Medical Matters — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Most people tend to indulge (or over-indulge) over the holiday season. Nicki Mills, RD, joins Barry and Dr Bottum, to talk about how to eat well throughout the holidays.

Dietary Supplements

Medical Matters — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Barry and Dr Bottum talk about Dietary Supplements, and Dr Bottum gives his opinion on the benefits and drawbacks on dietary supplements and how much is really known about the supplements you might be taking.