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All Psyched Up: Are you part of the solution or the problem when it comes to bullying?
By Dr. Linda Hancock on June 14th, 2019
office@drlindahancock.com Near the beginning of the popular movie “The Sound of Music” there is a song that begins “How do you solve a problem like Maria?” The tune is about a novice nun who has great difficulty following the rules of the convent. Even though she is eager to please God and take her final ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Many ways to control heartburn and acid reflux
By Dr. Noorali Bharwain on June 11th, 2019
As you may know, heartburn has nothing to do with your heart. Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux from your stomach to the esophagus. Heartburn is a common gastric complaint. For example, in the U.S. it affects more than 60 million people each month. Yes, each month. When does it become a disease? When ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: Sharing insurance passion at Pecha Kucha Night
By medicinehatnews on June 8th, 2019
Have you ever heard of Pecha Kucha? It is a storytelling format, where a presenter shows 20 slides for 20 seconds of commentary each (six minutes and 40 seconds total). At a PechaKucha Night, individuals gather at a venue to share personal presentations about their work or interests. I personally love the high turnover and variety of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: Post Thrift Store thrives due to army of volunteers
By medicinehatnews on June 8th, 2019
Being a volunteer has a different meaning for everyone. For some, it offers a sense of belonging and enhances social responsibility, while others use it as a means to feel productive and reduce stress. Making the decision to volunteer not only promotes positive mental and physical health, but it also allows you to gain confidence, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Use some financial creativity
By medicinehatnews on June 7th, 2019
Many of my clients over the years have expressed concern about finances and wished they could relieve their debt burdens. But compounding interest and late fee penalties make the goal more and more unreachable. Recently I watched some episodes from a British show entitled “How to Live Mortgage Free.” I was amazed at what was ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Bubbling up
By medicinehatnews on June 1st, 2019
I can hardly believe June is here already! What a great weekend in Medicine Hat for Spectrum. I hope everyone has a chance to get out and enjoy some of the activities that will be available this year at Spectrum. It is such a great festival for families to attend. I hope to see you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: Wear purple on June 15 for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
By Colleen Lewis on June 1st, 2019
clewis@cmha-aser.ca World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is recognized each year on June 15 across our globe. All abuse is wrong and older adults have the right to live free from abuse. Did you know that according to the 2016 Census Profile, the senior population (65+) in Medicine Hat is 17.7%? This number is higher than ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Civility
By Pastor Jim Bredeson on June 1st, 2019
Some years ago, I was invited to a supper that included a Catholic priest. The hostess wanted me to meet the priest who was quite special to her. Her husband, however, began to attack the priest about praying to Mary and the saints. I was uncomfortable to say the least. It wasn’t the time nor ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Don’t let tobacco take your breath away
By Michelle Sauve on May 31st, 2019
michelle.sauve@ahs.ca May 31 is World No Tobacco Day. Every year on May 31, the World Health Organization and its partners around the globe observe this date. The purpose of this day is to globally highlight the health risks associated with commercial tobacco use and advocate for effective policies to reduce commercial tobacco consumption. This year’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Sometimes adjustments must be made
By Dr. Linda Hancock on May 31st, 2019
office@drlindahancock.com I live alone so that means that I can pretty well do whatever I want whenever I want. On the long weekend I had company and, of course, that meant adjustment. I was so excited to have my grandson and his family come for five days but it is really different having a five-year-old ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Marketing of bottled water exploits people’s worries
By Dr. Noorali Bharwani on May 28th, 2019
“Thousands have lived without love, not one without water.” – W.H. Auden, American-English poet, author and playwright. Bottled water is drinking water from various sources (well water, distilled water, mineral water, spring water) packaged in plastic or glass water bottles. It is important to remember, bottled water labelled as “mineral” or “spring” water, is potable ... Read More »
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