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Common Sense Health: Good health includes healthy financials
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on March 12th, 2021
Vaccines are now reaching the wider community, and spring is near. As we emerge from isolation, there are predictions for the “Roaring 20s” ahead. But is this a good time for an assessment of your financial health? If you reach your 90s and are in good health, congratulate yourself. You are among the fortunate. In ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Child Care Chatter: Why choose licensed and approved early learning and child care?
By medicinehatnews on March 8th, 2021
Learning in their early years lays a foundation for all future learning and affects children’s health, development, and well-being throughout their lives. The Medicine Hat & District Child Care Association advocates for the use of licensed and approved early learning and child care. Many families with parents in the labour force use an unregulated arrangement, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Keep your head up
By Rev. Lynn McKinnon on October 24th, 2020
“Even though you’re fed up, you gotta keep your head up.” – Tupac This was the quote that we posted in our window at Westminster United when the church first closed because of the Covid 19 virus. We thought we could put up some inspirational messages to the people in our community. That was in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Navigating the waters of financial aid programs
By SANDRA MILNE on July 8th, 2020
As an ex-entrepreneur, if there really is such a thing, I lived through some tough times. I understand the angst that is brought on by economic downturns, recessions, and low commodity prices. The absolute despair that can overtake the toughest, savviest and even most successful business owner when there is a crisis, is something that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Business Beat: Pivot your business with automation and technology
By Medicine Hat News on June 10th, 2020
Many creative ideas have come as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic. Companies large and small have had to act quickly to change the way they do business in a now isolated world. This new business environment has forced many to come up with solution based ideas and act on them quickly. When business ... Read More »
1 responseWhat’s Up Doc?: A second wave could come later this year, or not
By Medicine Hat News Opinion on May 12th, 2020
“Epidemics are like fires. When fuel is plentiful, they rage uncontrollably, and when it is scarce, they smolder slowly.” – Justin Lessler, an associate professor of epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University, wrote in the Washington Post in March. The problem is we do not know how much fuel COVID-19 virus is left with. This question ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!ALL PSYCHED UP: NOTICING THE POSITIVES
By Medicine Hat News Opinion on May 7th, 2020
We are living in a world that can be scary and full of unknowns. Never before has there been anything exactly like the COVID-19 pandemic that has been terrorizing the world. Governments have followed recommendations of researchers and health experts in ways that have changed our entire lifestyles. At the same time, however, I have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Can we prevent sudden death in young athletes?
By Dr. Noorali Bharwani on March 17th, 2020
Some young athletes die suddenly. If the athlete is over 35 years of age, sudden death is usually caused by coronary artery disease. If the athlete is below 35 years of age, sudden death is most commonly related to congenital or genetic heart conditions. Exertional heatstroke can cause sudden death. Exertional heatstroke is caused by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar March 16-22, 2020
By Medicine Hat News on March 16th, 2020
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to COVID-19. Check with the club. MONDAY – Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. – Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food Court in front of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Buds and Blooms: Succulents are the biggest trend in plants
By Joyce Swaren on March 14th, 2020
Way back in the day the only succulents you would see was the Aloe Vera and Jade Plants and maybe a few Prickly Cacti (and yes cacti are succulents too) Succulents have become the trendiest and most versatile houseplant around. I have seen succulents used in floral arrangements, wedding bouquets, picture frames, fairy gardens and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: Self-care isn’t selfish
By Kayleah Robbins on March 14th, 2020
Did you know that 20% of Albertans aged 12-65 reported feeling “quite a bit or extremely stressed” most days? This level of consistent stress can cause many physical conditions, like high blood pressure, obesity, fertility issues, heart attack and stroke – and that is just on our bodies. When it comes to our minds – ... Read More »
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