Fireside Chat Series Explores Health Topics

In partnership with local healthcare providers, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is pleased to publish the spring 2024 Fireside Chat Series by the Huntsville and South Muskoka Physicians Local Education Groups.

In April and May, eight fireside chats were held free of charge in community centres in Huntsville and Bracebridge for community members to learn more about issues that can affect overall health and meet their local healthcare providers.

The spring 2024 video series is available on the MAHC YouTube channel as follows:

“The Nuts & Bolts of Osteoarthritis” How to Keep Things Moving, and What You Can Do When Things Don't Move As Well As They Used To, presented by Dr. Rich Trenholm on April 2, 2024.

“Confused about End-of-Life Decisions?” Questions about Advanced care Planning? Dignified Death? And what's this about Advanced Directives for Assisted Dying?, presented by Dr. Pam McDermott on April 9, 2024.

“Preventing Dementia and Other Serious Illnesses”, presented by Dr. Deb Harrold on April 16, 2024.

“Take a Hike Eh?” Health benefits and happiness from walking. How to incorporate walking into one's daily life, leisure time and holidays, presented by Dr. Malcolm Wilson on April 23, 2024.

“Accessing Health Care in Muskoka: How to find the right care, in the right place and at the right time”, presented by Dr. Kirsten Jewell on May 7, 2024.

“A Breath of Fresh Air: A Discussion about Lung Health, COPD and Lung Disease”, presented by Dr. Jessica Nairn on May 14, 2024.

“Neuroplasticity and Brain Function: Create new neural pathways and improve your memory and cognition in your 70s, 80s and beyond”, presented by Dr. Kristen Jones on May 21, 2024.

“Empowering Wellness: Exploring Type 2 Diabetes Prevention and Management”, presented by Dr. Melanie Mar on May 28, 2024.

These fireside chats are an exceptional opportunity for local healthcare providers to engage with the communities they serve.