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Doctor Game: What you should know about mitochondria
By Medicine Hat News on May 28th, 2018
Ask anyone what is the nation’s number one killer and most people will say heart attack. But how many know that congestive heart failure (CHF) is the fastest growing cause of heart disease in North America? Why is this happening? And why are mitochondria of vital importance, particularly as we all grow older? Congestive Heart ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!To Your Health: Make time for tea
By Gillian Slade on May 28th, 2018
Perhaps it can be attributed to the glorious wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex last weekend, all this talk about British traditions. The tradition of afternoon tea is entrenched in Britain, regardless of where you are on the economic or class scale. It can be celebrated with a wide circle of friends, your ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!To Your Health: As if you needed another reason to love dogs
By Gillian Slade on May 14th, 2018
Dogs open doors to health benefits. Some well trained dogs can actually open real doors but I’m talking about dogs enhancing your life, opening new doors for you for the health of it. Pass someone while you are out for a walk and you may say “hello” but if either of you have a dog ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doctor Game: Readers damn opioid summit
By Medicine Hat News on May 14th, 2018
This week my email nearly developed rigor mortis from the volume of responses to my column about an opioid summit. I recently told readers the government’s proposed opioid summit was a waste of money. I asked for their opinion. The majority agreed with me. But some labelled me barbaric, cruel and Godless for praising Singapore’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!To Your Health: Safety tips to enjoy the warmer weather
By Gillian Slade on May 7th, 2018
After such a long, cold winter we are finally able to celebrate warmer weather. While enjoying more outdoor pursuits it is good to be reminded of safety precautions. Wear a sunscreen or a sunblock every day and reapply during the day. You may be longing to add a little colour to your skin — get ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doctor Game: Do I really look like an addict?
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2018
“But why must I give you a urine sample?” I asked the receptionist at the marijuana clinic. She replied, “Because we won’t see you without one, and each time you come back you must give us one. It’s to make sure you’re not taking illegal drugs.” So at 94 years of age, a doctor with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doctor Game: Marijuana for me?
By Medicine Hat News on April 30th, 2018
Why would I, at my age, want to start smoking pot, when I’d much prefer a glass of chardonnay? It’s because I’ve suffered annoying neck pain for years due to an old injury which happened in Japan. Besides, my experience with the plant may help others who suffer from chronic pain day after day, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!To Your Health: Keep the artificial light out and your head on the pillow
By Gillian Slade on April 30th, 2018
Most us say we would do almost anything for a restful/restorative night’s sleep. It may be easier than we think. There is some excellent research indicating just how much artificial light is interfering with our sleep. For a minute let your mind go back to the sort of lives our great-grandparents lived. Physical labour was ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doctor Game: Is there a doctor on the plane?
By Medicine Hat News on April 9th, 2018
What is it that doctors worry about when they’re flying? It’s not fear of flying. They know that travelling by air is safer than driving a car. Rather, it’s the possibility that they will hear a sudden announcement, “Is there a doctor on the plane?” This is when the brain shifts into high gear. Every ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doctor Game: Will humans ever learn?
By Medicine Hat News on April 2nd, 2018
What a sad, thought-provoking photo, published in the Globe and Mail newspaper. It shows Sudan, the last male northern white rhino, unable to stand. You can see the terrible frustration and pain on his face. Veterinarians, at the Pejeta Kenyan Conservancy, decided that since there was no quality of life left for Sudan, only unsolvable ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doctor Game: The Philippines finance oral insulin pill
By Medicine Hat News on March 26th, 2018
A Spanish proverb states, “He loses all who loses the right moment.” I had a similar thought a few weeks ago when I wrote that, “a brain that’s full of knowledge has no room left to dream.” Why these philosophical mutterings? Because I was annoyed that Canada had lost a major medical opportunity. Now, the ... Read More »
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