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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-10-20, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20,1999. Doctor settles in area, The doctor is in Dr. Lisa Yang and husband Brian Sanders will settle in Clinton after returning with their belongings from Winnipeg. Dr. Yang will be setting up a family practice as well as working at Clinton Public Hospital. (Carl Stavros photo) By Carl Stavros Clinton News-Record All across Canada, small and large communities alike are facing serious problems as they are unable to adequately staff their hospitals with doctors - Clinton is no exception. However, it was announced last week that the Clinton Public Hospital family will grow by one this fall with the arrival of newly- graduated medical student, Dr. Lisa Yang. “We are very pleased to have her here and look forward to having her work at the hospital,” said Vice- President of Multi-Site Administration Janice Cosgrove, adding that she is happy that the recruiting the hospital has been doing is paying off. Dr. Yang, and her husband Brian Sanders, will be making the move from Winnipeg and settling in the area once they have found a place to live. “We are really looking forward to the move,” said Dr. Yang on their most recent visit to the area. Dr. Yang was finishing practical training with the University of Manitoba at a hospital in Winnipeg, after completing medical school in Newfoundland. Originally from New Brunswick, Dr. Yang and Sanders said that they wanted to find a small town in Southwestern Ontario in which to live. Both are no strangers to the region as Dr. Yang completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Western Ontario in London and Sanders hails from Guelph. The couple expressed satisfac­ tion with their chosen location as it will allow Sanders, who owns his own landscaping business, to set up shop in Clinton and pursue his career as well. “It will definitely facilitate my business’ growth,” said the nine- year veteran of the trade, who has performed his services from Manitoba to Newfoundland. He added that his company performs all aspects of the business, from design to implementation. Sanders is also considering pursuing his helps CPH Masters degree in Landscape Architecture, and he noted that some of the best schools in Canada are in Southern Ontario. Although it may appear the decision to locate in Clinton was cut and dried, the couple visited several communities in the area, including Wingham and Exeter, before choosing Clinton after their August visit. In fact, they could have settled in almost any community in Canada, as many carry the under-serviced designation. “It was a difficult decision to make,” said Dr. Yang. “Every city and town in Canada has a need for family doctors.” In addition to the other factors mentioned, the couple noted that a significant part of their decision was based on the warm reception they received from the hospital administration and staff, as well as the community in general. “Clinton offered us the type of lifestyle we were looking for,” concluded Dr.Yang. According to Cosgrove, Dr. Yang’s arrival pushed Clinton to within one doctor short of shaking the under-serviced status. “We are designated to have eight family doctors,” she said, adding that Dr. Yang makes seven. Cosgrove indicated that the biggest impact of having another doctor in the service area will be felt by the patients. She stated that some community members will be able to finally have a family doctor, “They will now have access to primary care.” The current stock of Clinton physicians will also be able to breathe a little bit easier, with another doctor to share the emergency and hospital duties, said Cosgrove. “They will have some relief in the frequency that they are on duty,” she added. The recruiting will continue, Cosgrove said, as it is an ongoing process. She hopes that Clinton will be lucky again in landing another new graduate. ranbrook The news from Compiled by Peter Hagedoorn Phone 887-6935 6 tables at euchre Six tables were in play at the euchre party last Friday in the Cranbrook Community Hall. Scores were as follows: high lady, Marion L. Harrison; high man, Stewart Musgrove; low lady, Mary L. Huether; low man, Garry Hamilton; travelling lone hand, Ross Stevenson; lone hand, lady, Helen Dobson; lone hand, man, Jeanne Ireland; 50/50 draw, Ross Stevenson; tally cards, Mary Davidson, Verna Crawford, Kenneth Crawford, and Joyce Trueman. Along with eating right, daily physical activity is one of the best ways of reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Sharing a Healthier a ® _ Future> paRTiciPdcnon^® nnh About Your *4"' Hospital Nancy Platt Betty Nicholson Mrs. M. Schneider hosts WMS On a beautiful autumn evening, Oct. 12 the ladies of WMS of Knox Church, Cranbrook met at the home of Mrs. Mervin Schneider in Brussels. Nine members and two visitors were in attendance. Mrs. Stuart Stevenson was leader for the meeting. She opened with an amusing poem about how hard most jobs on the farm can be, “enough to make a person sweat buckets.” Scripture was read from Psalm 150: 1-15 and Psalm 100. The next offering was related to the autumn season of the year, followed by a tale of a modern mother and her three children attending a mission on Thanksgiving Day for dinner. The three youngsters were very apprehensive about going to this Mission, about their big day of Thanksgiving. They found out however, that human beings there were just like themselves only somewhat down on their luck. All three young visitors found out that they could help others sweep floors, do dishes, be a good listener, and have good conversation with those who needed cheering up. Prayer was given by Mrs. Stevenson. Continued on page 13 I 0/ off all Sunworthy I | All I® wallpaper book orders | | "V until Nov. 12/99 i ■ar t w _ -w t — A w-w A w ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Update Your Interiors Easily Blyth Decor Shoppe Queen St. Blyth 519-523-4840 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Clinton Public Hospital recently hosted a visit from the London Regional Osteoporosis Program. Nancy Platt, Clinical Nurse Specialist for the Osteoporosis Program at St. Joseph’s Health Centre (left) and diagnostic technician were at the hospital to promote education and awareness about Osteoporosis. Twenty local women participated in the clinic, which included up to date information about bone density, related conditions and risk factors and treatments. In addition each participant received an ultrasound reading of the bone density in their heel, a test that is useful in determining the need for further follow up in regard to treatment for Osteoporosis. There was keen interest in this self referral clinic and the Osteoporosis Program has agreed to return to Clinton later this fall. ---------------------------------OOOOO---------------------------------- Healthy Active Living for Older Adults Physical Activity is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your physical and mental health and quality of life as you get older. Walking, stretching and keeping your muscles in good condition will help you maintain your independence. • 60% of older adults are inactive • Sitting or lying for long periods is a serious health risk ' (World Health Organization) • Inactivity is as harmful to your health as smoking • Inactivity leads to declines in - Bone strength, - muscle strength heart & lung fitness, flexibility, falls and injuries Think about these facts • Research tells us that being active reduces the risk of: - Heart disease, Premature death, Colon Cancer, Depression, Stroke, Osteoporosis, Adult onset diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Obesity Everyone can benefit from increased physical activity. People with physical limitations and chronic conditions can also benefit by becoming more active. Increasing your level of activity as much as you are able can help offset many of the negative effects of certain diseases and disabling conditions. Information taken from - “Canada’s Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Living for Older Adults” Complete copies of this guide are available at Clinton Public Hospital information display centre Huron Perth Injury Prevention Committee - Contact the Huron County Health Unit - 482-3416. Canada’s Physical Guide Web site: www.paguide.com ooooo- Coming Soon: 4th Annual Diabetes Education Centre OPEN HOUSE - Tuesday, November 2nd - 1-3 p.m., Christian Reformed Church, Clinton. Guest Speaker: Aden Byle.