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Collectors Corner: Christmas Seals have become integral in the fight against tuberculosis
By Dennis Vickery on December 28th, 2019
medhatcsc@live.com Christmas Seals of course are not a postage stamp but would qualify as a “Cinderella” which is virtually anything resembling a postage stamp but not issued for postal purposes. The idea of Christmas Seals originated in Denmark in 1904 as a means to raise money to aid sick children with tuberculosis. The seals were ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Buds and Blooms: Mind your footprint in 2020
By Bev Crawford on December 28th, 2019
In anticipation for our new year, 2020, commitments to our aspirations to change are being made. We all have our personal resolutions, but I would like to encourage everyone to make some commitments to Mother Nature. The words climate and change are very popular these days. Whether you believe in climate change or not, there ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: A new year with new goals
By Dr. Linda Hancock on December 27th, 2019
office@drlindahancock.com January is usually a time for setting goals and unfortunately by February many people find that some of them have been abandoned. The gyms are not as full. The musical instrument may not be practiced as much as planned and the cute little Christmas puppy may not seem as cute when there are puddles ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Guidelines for low-risk drinking
By Taneil Zanidean on December 27th, 2019
Taneil.zanidean@ahs.ca Drinking is a personal choice. It’s part of many people’s lives and may have a place in cultural or family traditions. It’s important to remember that drinking alcohol is not risk-free. If you choose to drink alcohol, the key is to keep your drinking at the safest possible levels, which is called low-risk drinking. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: New year is a good time to control the silent killer
By Dr. Noorali Bharwani on December 24th, 2019
In the new year, you can wish for many things and make many resolutions. But don’t forget to take care of the silent killer – your blood pressure. The lifetime risk for developing hypertension (high blood pressure) among adults aged 55 to 65 years is 90%. Our New Year’s resolution should be to keep our ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Dec. 23-29, 2019
By Medicine Hat News on December 23rd, 2019
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to Christmas 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!Praxis: Santa’s magic milk
By Patty Rooks on December 21st, 2019
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat I can hear the excitement now! School is FINALLY out for the winter break and Christmas is only a few days away. Who wouldn’t be excited?! I know you don’t want to be bogged down with a lengthy activity this week but it involves Santa and, well, who wants to be on the naughty ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: The most famous second banana
By Pastor Jim Bredeson on December 21st, 2019
What do these people have in common? Tonto, Ethel Mertz, Robin, Barney Fife, George Costanza, St. Joseph…wait!? What! What does St. Joseph, the husband of Mary, have to do with these other popular figures? Well, they are famous “second bananas.” A “second banana” is the term used to describe an actor who is less important ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Legal Breifs: What you need to know when buying a business – Part 2
By Hilary Pritchard on December 21st, 2019
hpritchard@pritchardandco.com Last month’s Legal Briefs presented two ways to buy a business: (1) purchase the shares of the company or (2) purchase the assets of the company. In that column I discussed a share purchase and some of the pros and cons of such a transaction. In this month’s column, I’ll explore some of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: A season of peace, contentment and love
By Dr. Linda Hancock on December 20th, 2019
office@drlindahancock.com The Merriam Webster dictionary defines the word “merry” as full of gaiety and high spirits. Unfortunately, that does not describe everyone’s experience on any day of the year, let alone at Christmas. There are many during the holiday season who are lonely, sad, or sick. Some face circumstances that involve abuse, addiction or poverty. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Could a fall change your lifestyle? The answer is yes
By Courtnay Epp on December 20th, 2019
courtnay.epp@ahs.ca Every year, many adults fall and are unable to continue living the way they want to. Some may lose their independence, the ability to play with grandchildren, or restrict their actions out of fear of falling again. Imagine being unable to do what you love because of something “that will never happen to me.” ... Read More »
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