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Mental Health Matters: What is good mental health?
By Erin Reeder on May 18th, 2019
People often believe that mental wellness or good mental health is a person without a mental illness. However, it is more than that – everyone has mental health. The lack of a mental illness doesn’t mean you have good mental health and the presence of a mental illness doesn’t mean you have poor mental health. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: A time of great expectations
By Sidney Nelson on May 18th, 2019
It was on the trip in downtown Montreal that I first noticed it. Above a store was a sign marked “Great Expectations.” I was very curious so I went to study the display in the window. It was clothes for maternity wear! Those words of expectation describes this time of the year. This long weekend ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: A tribute to my parents in honour of Mother’s and Father’s Day
By Trudy Dyck on May 17th, 2019
trudy.dyck@ahs.ca As I was once again trying to figure out what gift to get my parents for Mother’s and Father’s Day I couldn’t help but reflect on all they have done for me. They have been a major influence in my life, helped shape who I am and been wonderful role models. The most prominent ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local rock club hosting May Daze in Seven Persons
By Medicine Hat News on May 17th, 2019
The Medicine Hat Rock and Lapidary Club will welcome rockers from throughout Alberta this weekend for the 56th annual May Daze. Members from six clubs of the Alberta Federation of Rock Clubs will be in Seven Persons selling raw and finished stones, jewellery and potentially some lapidary equipment. Everyone is encouraged to visit the Seven ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: The importance of celebrating
By Dr. Linda Hancock on May 17th, 2019
office@drlindahancock.com Did you know that May 17 is Norwegian Independence Day? That country’s Constitution was signed in 1814 and the citizens continue to celebrate every year with bands, flag waving, traditional dress as well as parades. The Norwegians really celebrate! England also has been celebrating this month, first with a new royal baby and also ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Should you use antibiotics after surgery to prevent infection?
By Dr. Noorali Bharwani on May 14th, 2019
Surgical incisions are usually closed by fixing the edges together with stitches, staples or steri-strips. This process helps the cut edges heal together and is called “healing by primary intention.” This has a very low potential for infection. The minority of surgical wounds are not closed in this way. This happens when there is a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: How to determine the right type of insurance
By Steve Meldrum on May 11th, 2019
steve@swellwealth.com When I grew up my mom would often make apple crisp for desert. The main ingredients were simple – apples, flour, oats, cinnamon and sugar. However, her process was the secret weapon. After the main baking was done she would turn down the heat and leave it to crisp in the oven a while ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Be a signpost for others
By Rev. Oz Lorentzen on May 11th, 2019
Sayings like, “You don’t get snakes from ropes” remind us of the truism that “like begets like.” Anger will never lead to peace; hatred will never produce love. In discussing spiritual realities with a religious leader, Jesus says that what is born of flesh is flesh and what is born of spirit is spirit. Jesus ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Your mother deserves a special present this weekend
By Patty Rooks - Praxis on May 11th, 2019
praxis@praxismh.ca I almost forgot that this is a very special weekend for all of the mother’s out there. Do not forget about that special someone in your life tomorrow – a small gesture definitely goes a long way to show someone how much you appreciate all they do for you. Of course, if you have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: What it takes to become and stay a winner
By Dr. Linda Hancock on May 10th, 2019
This past weekend was the multimillion-dollar Kentucky Derby. The race has been held annually in Louisville, Ken. for 145 years. Fans not only attend these races at Churchill Downs dressed in finery but also set up parties throughout the world. The Kentucky Derby is big business! I was thinking about the horses and what factors ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Try a smarter smoothie this summer
By Pat MacItosh on May 10th, 2019
pat.macintosh@ahs.ca As temperatures start to heat up, reach for a smarter smoothie to cool you down. Medium sized fast-food milkshakes have about 700 calories and about 100 grams of sugar. That is equal to 25 teaspoons of sugar! (four grams of sugar is equal to one teaspoon). Medium sized fast food smoothies could have about ... Read More »
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