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Common Sense Health: Pity the overworked family doctor
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on November 8th, 2024
Everyone knows, or should know, about the many problems facing your overworked family doctor. In North America, it’s common knowledge that large numbers of individuals and families do not have one. They are a scarce healthcare commodity. Now, on top of the heavy workload these doctors carry, the pharmaceutical industry has placed another burdensome task. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Municipal Matters: City’s budget process a real balancing act
By Dennis Egert on November 7th, 2024
As we move through the process of developing, presenting and approving the 2025-2026 city budget. we are guided by the overarching theme of balancing the needs of today with the requirements of tomorrow. What do we need to do today to prepare for tomorrow to maintain the advantages that we enjoy today? The city’s budget ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Let them fail
By Linda Hancock on November 2nd, 2024
We all want the best for those who we love. Unfortunately, sometimes we try harder than they do and end up preventing them from learning, growing and succeeding in life. Think about the child who doesn’t do assignments or apply himself in class. When I worked in schools I was surprised by how the teachers ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: A fun challenge for young scientists to try – but just don’t try too hard
By Patty Rooks on November 2nd, 2024
I always like to challenge people! This is a fun activity as many of my younger scientists think they can do it. Be warned – make sure no one passes out from trying too hard! Let’s get started. *Remember to ask an adult before doing this experiment. Materials – Empty 500 mL water bottle – ... Read More »
1 responseViva Vitality: Prepare for pregnancy with Quit Core
By Rita Aman on November 1st, 2024
If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you might be thinking of changes you can make to improve your health and protect the health of your baby. Most women have heard that tobacco and nicotine aren’t good for them or their baby. The best time to stop using tobacco and tobacco-like products is before ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Politicians have the brains of amphioxus
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on November 1st, 2024
Years ago, about people who were not too bright, we’d say, “They don’t have the brains of Amphioxus.” It’s a tiny fish with no intelligence. Today, more North Americans face the possibility of developing Alzheimer’s Disease. But Amphioxus politicians fail to end an asinine law in Canada that keeps victims suffering needless pain and mental ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Service Above Self: Saluting AJ’s Loan Cupboard
By Kitt Brand on October 29th, 2024
The Rotary Club of Medicine Hat would like to recognize AJ’s Loan Cupboard for its service to our community and to others as far away as Oyen, Maple Creek, Bow Island and Brooks. This organization provides medical equipment to thousands of individuals and families in need of wheelchairs, hospital beds, crutches, various items for bathrooms ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Rails, trails and dusty streets
By Malcolm Sissons on October 29th, 2024
Visitors to our city often comment on the convoluted street layout. Unlike the grid patterns common to many flat Prairie cities, Medicine Hat has to contend with rivers, rails and creek coulees. The defining geographic characteristic of the Medicine Hat Coulee is the South Saskatchewan River. It has carved its own route for eons. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Collector’s Corner: Halloween stamps
By Dennis Vickery on October 26th, 2024
Halloween has always been such an exciting time of year for children and adults alike. Ghosts and goblins roaming the streets, trick-or-treating and enjoying themselves. Many countries have joined the Halloween fun over the years. In 2016 the U.S. issued four stamps with carved jack-o’-lanterns as the theme, pictured here. France has issued a number ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Disgustingly decorative experiment to get Halloween done the right way
By Patty Rooks on October 26th, 2024
Calling all spooky scientists… this is the last Halloween activity before the big day arrives! I have been wracking my brain for days as to what I am going to share with you. It cannot be any old experiment, it needs to be extra disgusting – well, at least I think so! This one you ... Read More »
1 responseBy the Way: What do we owe each other?
By Rev. Nancy Cocks on October 26th, 2024
Last Sunday at church we discussed the virtues we were raised to practice. Folks had been encouraged to be friendly and polite, honest and helpful, resilient and responsible, generous and kind to others. Someone mentioned ‘the Golden Rule’ – “Treat others the way you would like them to treat you”, Jesus’ words I learned by ... Read More »
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