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Viva Vitality: It’s that time of year again, save lives and immunize
By Christy Martens on December 6th, 2019
christy.martens@ahs.ca It is that time of year again when flu shot signs are a common sight, reminding us to get immunized for the season. Many of us are repeat customers and have many flu shots under our belts. But every year I hear some common reasons why people don’t want to get their influenza vaccine. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: The times they are a changin’
By Dr. Linda Hancock on December 6th, 2019
office@drlindahancock.com When I grew up Boxing Day sales were a big thing. Now the trend is to make purchases on Black Friday. Many retailers are concerned about the fact that online shopping has grown significantly, harming their “bricks and mortar” operations. Extended customer service needs and distance have changed the traditional holiday gatherings of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Nov. 25-Dec. 1, 2019
By Medicine Hat News on November 25th, 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 »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Snowman science with vinegar
By Patty Rooks on November 23rd, 2019
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat As I sit down to write the column this week, inspiration is falling outside. What a beautiful gentle snow falling to the ground this morning. It makes me appreciate the small but beautiful things in life today. With all of this snow outside, I hope you are able to get out and make a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Buying local is good for you, the Earth and the economy
By Alison Van Dyke on November 22nd, 2019
communityfoodconnections@gmail.com Recent years have seen a resurgence of people’s interest in purchasing local food, and with good reason. There are many reasons why consumers value local food, and all have merit. 1. Local food is nutritious! Produce that is sourced from any great distance already has several strikes against it. Many fruit and vegetable varieties ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Faith and politics
By Dr. Linda Hancock on November 22nd, 2019
office@drlindahancock.com Often I have heard individuals say that the most controversial topics in life involve religion and politics. What they don’t probably think about is the fact that most people have faith in something, but it might not fit into a traditional definition – God, a group, freedom, their career or even a pet. And ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Legal Briefs: What you need to know when buying a business – Part 1
By Hilary Pritchard on November 16th, 2019
hpritchard@pritchardandco.com Buying a business can be an exciting adventure. It can also be an intimidating process because there’s so much to consider: Financing the purchase, marketing and growing your new business, retaining customers, transitioning employees, etc. How do you balance all these factors while striving for and achieving financial success? There are practical, economic, legal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Exploding a baggie snowman
By Patty Rooks on November 16th, 2019
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat It is hard to believe we are halfway through November already. Driving around this week, I saw that there are already holiday decorations up! I love it, but this can also cause a bit of a slump in the classroom. As the holiday season fast approaches, it may be difficult to keep the attention ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Plenty for sale at St. John’s Presbyterian Church
By Medicine Hat News on November 16th, 2019
St. John’s Presbyterian Church will sell crafts, baked goods and more on Nov. 22. “New to you” Christmas items, “gently used” jewellery and “Second Hand” books will also be for sale. The sale will run from 4-9 p.m. and from 4-8 p.m. a supper of chili and a bun, cake and drinks will be available... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: The earliest mobile homes
By Malcolm Sissons on November 16th, 2019
Before the railway, before the cottonwood log shanties (from Gaelic “sean taigh” old house) of the first squatters, the only man-made structures in the Medicine Hat coulee and its tributary creek valleys were stone circles and cairns erected by Indigenous peoples. The most common stone circles were for tepee rings and these can still be ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: The connection between oral health and overall health
By Jenna Lannan on November 15th, 2019
jenna.lannan@ahs.ca When people think about their oral health, they often see it as a separate entity from the rest of the body; but infection that occurs in the mouth could be an indication of what is going on within the rest of the body. It is important to protect yourself by learning about the implications ... Read More »
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