Local Life
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!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!Your Money: Buying back pensionable service. Can you give your retirement a boost?
By Neil Mardian on June 15th, 2019
neilmardian@td.com Canadian employees who are members of a defined benefit (DB) pension plan may have an opportunity to purchase years of service for periods when they did not participate in their employer’s pension plan. Perhaps the employee waited to join the plan. Perhaps he or she took a leave of absence for a variety of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Legal Briefs: Family Business and Personal Estate Planning
By Malcolm Pritchard on June 15th, 2019
mpritchard@pritchardandco.com Medicine Hat and area have many family businesses, especially in the agricultural industry. Family businesses present unique challenges when it comes to creating a plan to transfer the family business to the next generation. Where a significant amount of value is tied up in the family business it is difficult to develop a successful ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Rifle and Revolver Club hosting fourth open house
By Medicine Hat News on June 14th, 2019
Head to the Medicine Hat Rifle and Revolver Club on June 22 to see what the club is all about. Safe stations for pistol, rifle, shotgun and archery will be set up for members and non-members to try. Food will be available and door prizes will be awarded. The fourth annual open house will start ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: End the silence and speak up against elder abuse
By Lisa Doyle on June 14th, 2019
lisa.doyle@ahs.ca Every year on June 15, we come together and recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. When I think about the seniors in my life, I think about the happy memories and moments I get to spend with family and friends. Mistreatment and abuse never come to mind, but unfortunately, approximately one in six seniors ... Read More »
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