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Praxis: A weekend treat as the Regional Science Fair nears
By Patty Rooks on March 7th, 2020
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat What an exciting week I have had! I had the privilege of seeing, talking with and judging science fair projects this week.I have literally been all over southeastern Alberta learning from these amazing young scientists. The next step is for them to all attend our Regional Science Fair on March 21 at Medicine Hat ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: The Reel Deal
By Sally Sehn on March 7th, 2020
Although the Monarch Theatre is regarded as the oldest operating theatre in Medicine Hat, it is not the oldest theatre building. That honour goes to the building located at 321 Sixth Ave., currently occupied by Nurture Pregnancy Centre. This structure originated as the Dreamland Theatre. When the Monarch Theatre opened its doors on Dec. 21, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: Take care of your mental and physical health at the same time
By Adriana Todar on March 7th, 2020
Think about what you know regarding mental health problems. Most people think that mental health problems are just “something wrong” in the brain, but did you know there are many causes? Mental health problems can be caused by things like childhood trauma, brain injury, genetics, and maybe surprisingly, physical illness. It is quite common that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Earthquakes, famines and pestilences
By Lyle Berg on March 7th, 2020
When Jesus spoke of these events which to most is somewhat scary and unnerving, he spoke a couple of times in the gospels of Matthew and Luke warning us of the end times. Among Bible reading Christians most are very aware that we are in as Paul says in second Timothy “the last days.” Yes ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Professional silos
By Dr. Linda Hancock on March 6th, 2020
office@drlindahancock.com I was raised in a small town in southern Saskatchewan. We had a couple of doctors and a small hospital but seldom had any contact with “specialists” and if required, needed to drive almost an hour to the nearest city for assessment and treatment. The doctors made house calls back then and took care ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: How you eat makes a difference
By Pat MacIntosh on March 6th, 2020
Patricia.MacIntosh@albertahealthservices.ca The theme for Nutrition Month 2020 is More Than Food. Healthy eating is not only what you eat but also how you eat. This theme highlights messages from the new Canada’s Food Guide such as: be mindful of your eating habits, cook more often, enjoy your food and eat meals with others. Go online ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rotary Music Festival results March 3 and 4
By Medicine Hat News on March 5th, 2020
The public is invited and all events are free of charge. The schedule can be found at rotarymusicfestival.com. (12yrs & under and Pre-Grade 1-4 Standard are Non-Competitive) March 3 Afternoon and Evening Results SPEECH Contemporary Monologue-8yrs & under – Avani Gaekwad, Nikhil Gupta, Krish Shivade, Om Singhal Contemporary Monologue-10yrs & under – Tanya Acharya, Shaoni ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rotary Music Festival results March 2 and 3
By Medicine Hat News on March 4th, 2020
The public is invited and all events are free of charge. The schedule can be found at rotarymusicfestival.com. (12yrs & under and Pre-Grade 1-4 is Non-Competitive) March 2 Afternoon and Evening Results VOCAL Vocal Solo-American Art Song-16yrs & under – Abby Bacon Vocal Solo-Canadian Art Song-16yrs & under – Emma Coen Vocal Solo-Other Art Song-16yrs ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Six common questions about coronavirus
By Dr. Noorali Bharwani on March 3rd, 2020
Coronavirus disease is in the news. It is causing anxiety in the general population. We know quite a bit about the virus and how it affects us. But there is a lot we do not know. I have gathered some information and summarized it here. Health Canada has lots of information on this subject on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rotary Music Festival results March 1 and 2
By Medicine Hat News on March 3rd, 2020
(12yrs & under and Pre-Grade 1-4 Standard are Non-Competitive) March 1 Afternoon and Evening Results VOCAL Vocal Solo-Classical Sacred-14yrs & under – Carlie O’Connor Vocal Solo-Classical Sacred-16yrs & under – Arianna Vercammen Vocal Solo-Contemporary/Modern Composers-Sacred-16yrs & under – Caitlyn O’Connor Vocal Solo-Contemporary/Modern Composers-Sacred-17yrs & under – Taylor Buziak Vocal Trio – Katelyn Jaster, Alyssa Ford ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar March 2-8, 2020
By Medicine Hat News on March 2nd, 2020
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 A&W. Walk, then have coffee. – TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 5:30 p.m., ... Read More »
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