March 29th, 2024

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All Psyched Up: I’m perfectly imperfect

By Medicine Hat News on April 5th, 2019

I remember my friend Paul once asking me what I would call the medical student with the lowest passing grade. The answer is doctor. You see the lowest passing grade is still a pass and the student is given the title of doctor because of it. We are living in a rather interesting world where ... Read More »

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Prolific photographer takes his talents to London, Ont.

By Medicine Hat News on April 5th, 2019

Local amateur photographer Dwayne Myers, who supplied the Medicine Hat News with hundreds of wonderful photos over the last few years, has moved to Ontario. He and his wife Carole have sold their Medicine Hat home and moved to London, Ont., to be closer to family. Myers said he was “inspired to take photos and ... Read More »

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Viva Vitality: Positive oral health is the start of positive overall health

By Medicine Hat News on April 5th, 2019

Welcome spring! April is Canada’s National Oral Health month. Having good oral health is important and is related to good overall health. Oral pain, tooth decay, missing teeth and infection decreases a person’s quality of life. Missing teeth or pain from decay can cause a person to be unable to eat. This lack of nutrition ... Read More »

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What’s Up Doc? Aging gracefully after retirement is a challenge we will all face

By medicinehatnews on April 2nd, 2019

Today, people are living longer than they did 60 years ago. Now we have extra 15 to 20 years. Barring any unfortunate incidence most people will live to 80 years. Women will live longer.     The question is: how to grow older in good health so that we can actually enjoy those extra years? ... Read More »

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Clubs Calendar April 1-7

By Medicine Hat News on April 1st, 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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By the Way: Why are people choosing to live without religion?

By Medicine Hat News on March 30th, 2019

Religion has been with us for most of our human journey. We humans have searched for faith since long before we could read or write. Our souls have always sensed powers greater than ourselves and mysteries deeper than we could explain. Our human imagination has created rituals to mark our accomplishments and our sorrows. Our ... Read More »

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Praxis: Pendulum swing

By Medicine Hat News on March 30th, 2019

We’ve been pretty lucky this week as the weather has been absolutely beautiful! I see children outside playing, people going for walks, I think even my dog has a spring in his step these days. Well, this week I have been thinking and if you know me at all, you know I’m always thinking about ... Read More »

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Viva Vitality: Build your strength to prevent falls

By Medicine Hat News on March 29th, 2019

As we all know, aging is an inevitable part of life and often times as we age we can be susceptible to various health effects. One of these health effects is the incidences of falls in older adults. Falls are the leading cause of injuries among seniors, as a matter of fact: one of three ... Read More »

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All Psyched Up: Who is in your wonderland?

By Medicine Hat News on March 29th, 2019

Most people have been fascinated by the work of Walt Disney who repeatedly turned the impossible into possible over the years. He not only developed Disneyland and Disney World which are clean playgrounds for families but also created many fictional characters in the movies that he produced. One of my favourites is “Alice in Wonderland.” ... Read More »

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All Psyched Up: Downsizing

By Medicine Hat News on March 22nd, 2019

My friend is moving from her house into a retirement condo this month. The square footage is approximately one-third of the size. The house, of course, is full because she has had 20 years to accumulate! I thought I would share some of the ways that we are preparing: 1. Consulting – Talking with real ... Read More »

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