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Praxis: Exploding with excitement and science
By Patty Rooks on June 29th, 2019
praxis@praxismh.ca@praxismedhat Woohoo! Summer has officially started for all of the students! I am sure you are all as excited as I am for a bit of a break to refresh and rejuvenate. As the kickoff to summer, this weekend many of us will be celebrating Canada’s birthday. I am crossing my fingers that the weather ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Financial Focus: The Evolution of the investor
By Craig Elder on June 29th, 2019
Developed over tens of thousands of years, the deeply ingrained instincts that kept us alive for so long now often work against us as investors. But there is hope for us yet. In one form or another, humanoids have roamed the Earth for more than two million years, slowly developing into what we call homo ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Discontent vs Thankfulness
By Lila de Waal on June 29th, 2019
When I first came to Medicine Hat, I was impressed by how clean and neat this city was. I especially loved the beautiful flower beds and stretches of green grass that we have throughout the city. But as I read the paper, I learned that many Hatters like to complain; why aren’t there flowers in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Santa Claus Fund marks halfway to Christmas
By Medicine Hat News on June 26th, 2019
The Medicine Hat Santa Claus Fund held a Halfway to Christmas movie showing this weekend, inviting Hatters to the Monarch for a free viewing of “The Grinch.” “This was a great event and it was a lot of fun,” said executive director Deanna Doerksen. “This was an event held for some of the families that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: What can we learn about our heart from a cardiac stress test?
By Dr. Noorali Bharwani on June 25th, 2019
Let us start by understanding the difference between cardiac stress test and cardiac Holter monitor. What is a cardiac stress test? Robert Arthur Bruce (1916-2004) was an American cardiologist who invented the treadmill cardiac stress test used to diagnose heart disease. The patient’s heart signals are monitored on a treadmill set at successive stages of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar June 24-30
By Medicine Hat News on June 24th, 2019
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Canada 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!Mental Health Matters: Honours, awards presented at mental health event
By Mila Joubert on June 22nd, 2019
Just in time for the beautiful weather, Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Southeast Region (CMHA-ASER) wrapped up another successful year with highlights, refreshments, and awards to outstanding community members that support mental health awareness on June 17 at the Hockey Hounds Arena in Medicine Hat. This article will share an overview of the event and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Telling time by the sun
By Patty Rooks on June 22nd, 2019
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat This weekend is the official start to summer!! I know it may not feel like it with nearly one more week of school left, but the sunniest season of the year is here. Summer solstice officially arrived on June 21 at 9:54 a.m. MDT. It was the longest day of the year in the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: What does home mean to you?
By Dr. Linda Hancock on June 21st, 2019
office@drlindahancock.com The Merriam-Webster dictionary has several different definitions for the word “home.” One states that it is a place of residence. Another defines it as a familiar or usual setting or congenial environment and a third states that it is a place of origin. The dictionary goes on to define the term “at home” which ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Celebrating 25 years of youth injury prevention
By Lisa Doyle on June 21st, 2019
lisa.doyle@ahs.ca Alberta Health Services South Zone supports youth injury prevention programs, including the Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth (P.A.R.T.Y.) program. Within the South Zone, P.A.R.T.Y. operates in Taber, Fort Macleod, Pincher Creek and Medicine Hat. Our longest standing program, the Southeastern Alberta P.A.R.T.Y. program is excited to be celebrating 25 years of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar June 17-23, 2019
By medicinehatnews on June 17th, 2019
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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