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Vanishing of the Bees, Wed. Aug. 17, 6:30 pm, Wolf Hall
21 July 2011 - 2:12pmThese little pollinators are responsible for one third of the food we eat. And yet honeybees have been mysteriously vanishing from their hives across the planet. This documentary examines the alarming disappearance of honeybees. To empower the audience, the story provides tangible solutions that can be applied to everyday lives.
Knockout
13 December 2010 - 11:42amIs it possible to treat cancer without chemotherapy, radiation and maybe even without a surgery? Read Susan Somers new book Knockout: Interviews with Doctors Who Are Curing Cancer--And How to Prevent Getting It in the First Place. In several interviews with doctors, alternative medicine representatives you will learn about the biology of cancer, alternative treatments and, the most important, prevention.
Supercharge Me!
4 December 2010 - 9:59amCome and join us on Thursday December 9 at 7 pm in the Wolf Performance Hall for this highly acclaimed, award-winning documentary inspired by Morgan Spurlock's Super Size Me. Jenna Norwood a long time "junk food vegeterian" takes us on her journey to see what happens when she enrolls in a raw food detox center and consumes only organic, raw, enzyme rich foods for 30 days. Meet experts, celebrities and others who seek to resolve serious health problems.
Introduction and Q&A Terese Van Es
FREE No registration required
Building an Age Friendly London
25 October 2010 - 7:31amThe World Health Organization has designated London as an Age Friendly City, the second one in North America. Age friendly cities are places that encourage active aging by optimizing opportunities for health, participation, and security, in order to enhance quality of life as people age.
To promote the opportunities and resources that exist in London, an event for adults, seniors, family and caregivers will
Don't Survive - Thrive! Conquer disease and achieve vitality
18 October 2010 - 3:28pmThis Tuesday, Oct. 19 at 6 pm in the Wolf Performance Hall, Central Library - a unique opportunity to spend an evening with Dr. Brian Clement, internationally renowned nutritionist. Don't let it pass you by! Come and find out how to lengthen your life span and increase the quality of your health and well-being. Discover energy rich cuisine based on living-foods, vital to cellular and general health. Gain the strength to become fully responsible for every aspect of your life.
Ah, retirement!
17 August 2010 - 8:11amIf you are retired or will be soon one of the many great sites for retired persons is the Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP). CARP's mandate is to effectively promote the rights and quality of life of mature Canadians. The site includes information on travel, health concerns, and government information.
Sexual Health Drop-in Cancelled
21 June 2010 - 5:26pmThe Middlesex London Health Unit will not be at the Central Library during the summer months.
The Sexual Health Drop in Sessions allowed people to have one on one time with a nurse to discuss their health concerns and questions. They also offered services including pregnancy tests, contraception and counselling.
Food Maters - it really does!!!!- May 4th - 6:30 pm
3 May 2010 - 5:09pmJoin us on Tuesday, May 4 at 6:30 pm in the Wolf Performance Hall, Central Library, as we will screen FoodMatters, which uncovers the trillion dollar worldwide Sickness Industry, and explains a growing body of scientific evidence proving that nutritional therapy can be more effective, more economical, less harmful and less invasive than most conventional medical treatments. Find out what works, what doesn't, and what's killing you.
You Are What You Eat - April 27 and May 4!!!!
22 April 2010 - 3:58pmJoin us for You Are What You Eat - two sessions program in the Wolf Performance Hall. Find out what works, what doesn't, and what's killing you.
Mental Health and Addictions
In the Community
Canadian Mental Health Association - London-Middlesex Branch
Discover local professionally-moderated support groups for people with mental health conditions and their family members, how to access services, workshops and more.