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

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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?

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