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Clubs Calendar Feb. 24-March 1, 2020
By Medicine Hat News on February 24th, 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 »
Be the first to comment!Financial Focus: The benefits of global diversification
By Craig Elder on February 22nd, 2020
Canadians are guilty of what is called “home bias” when it comes to their investments. Those that have all their equity exposure, or a significant portion of their equity exposure, in Canada, are not taking advantage of the global growth opportunities that exist outside of our country. To prove a point about the benefits of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Thoughts of spring will sprout soon
By Patty Rooks on February 22nd, 2020
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat I hope that everyone enjoyed the week break from school! It was a nice week weather wise. I hope that you were able to get outside and enjoy some of those great winter sports we are so fortunate to have around here. Of course, the warmer weather has me thinking about spring. I am ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: The Gift of Worship
By Rev. Shane Hein on February 22nd, 2020
You shall have no other gods. – the First of the Ten Commandments. On Jan. 26 a helicopter flying over the Los Angeles suburb of Calabasas crashed killing all nine people aboard, including the pilot. Four of the other eight victims were pre-teen girls on their way to a basketball tournament, and one of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Victoria Nurses’ Home
By Malcolm Sissons on February 22nd, 2020
Once upon a time, Medicine Hat was the premier medical centre between Vancouver and Winnipeg! It had the only hospital, taking in the first patients in 1890. The medical complex grew to include a maternity hospital, a nurses’ residence, a clinic and a morgue. Two nurses, Miss Reynolds and Miss Birtles, did the nursing, but ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Keeping your kids safe from falls in the home
By Courtnay Epp on February 21st, 2020
Courtnay.epp@ahs.ca Did you know that most fall-related injuries to children under the age of five happen in the home? And as children grow older, where they fall changes. Infants and young toddlers typically fall around the home – from furniture, beds, change tables, high chairs or down the stairs and older toddlers tend to fall ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Loneliness in older adults poses mental health risks
By Dr. Noorali Bharwani on February 18th, 2020
Let us define loneliness. Loneliness is the state of mind. You can be in a company or relationship and you may feel lonely. You may be alone and feel sorry for yourself. It’s a feeling of sadness or even anxiety that occurs when you want company. Feeling of loneliness can occur in a crowded place ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Feb. 17-23, 2020
By Medicine Hat News on February 15th, 2020
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Family Day long weekend. 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 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Search for meteorites
By Patty Rooks on February 15th, 2020
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat I don’t know if you heard or not, but scientists believe a meteorite may have landed near Medicine Hat last week; this is pretty exciting news for science enthusiasts such as myself! Meteorites are important for scientists to study as they are the only material evidence we can gather relatively easily that shows us ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Legal Briefs: What does it mean to live with someone?
By Catherine Regier on February 15th, 2020
cregier@pritchardandco.com On Jan. 1 the new Family Property Act came into effect. While there has long been legislation deciding how married spouses will divide their property when they separate, there has not previously been legislation for dividing property between unmarried people who live together. The Family Property Act will now govern how property will be ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Interfaith Room at MHC is buzzing with activity
By Kristy Reimers-Loader on February 15th, 2020
It’s midterm time at the College, and students are slouching reluctantly toward exam rooms and eagerly anticipating the study break that begins on Monday. My friends, the place is fairly crackling with activity, and life in the Interfaith Room is no exception. It’s a small but vibrant community of students, staff and faculty from all ... Read More »
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