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What’s Up Doc?: Follow these nine steps to reduce the risk of dementia
By Medicine Hat News on November 27th, 2018
Dementia is not a specific illness. It is a combination of symptoms that affect memory, thinking and social abilities. It reduces a person’s ability to perform everyday activities. According to a report in the Lancet (Prevention of dementia by targeting risk factors – April 21, 2018), dementia epidemic is the greatest global challenge for health ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Nov. 26-Dec. 2
By Medicine Hat News on November 26th, 2018
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!Your Money: Transferring the family farm: Family dynamics
By Medicine Hat News on November 24th, 2018
(Part 2) In 2017 Statistics Canada published “A portrait of a 21st century agricultural operation” based on the 2016 Census of Agriculture. It sets out how farming in Canada has evolved over the years from both a human and operational perspective. The study finds that from 2011 to 2016, the number of farm operations in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Christmas in Song and Verse’ planned for Dec. 16 at St. Peter Lutheran Church
By Medicine Hat News on November 24th, 2018
Medicine Hat News St. Peter Lutheran Church’s Joyful Hearts Choir is presenting Christmas in Song and Verse on Dec. 16. The concert begins at 7 p.m. and a free will offering will be taken. Refreshments will be available following the concert at Grace Hall... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Collector’s Corner: Remembrance Day coins from the Royal Canadian Mint
By Medicine Hat News on November 24th, 2018
For all Canadians, the poppy is a symbol of remembrance. In 2004 the Royal Canadian Mint issued its first poppy quarter. The 2004 poppy quarter was the first coloured circulation coin in the world — to remember the sacrifices every veteran made and to honour them and current Canadian Forces members. In 2008 the second ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Getting down and nerdy
By Medicine Hat News on November 24th, 2018
Well, I do not know about you, but I am getting tired of moving that last little bit of Halloween candy around the counter from one side to the other. It is so hard just to dispose of it. I think that everyone has eaten what they want and truly no one knows what to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Expect the unexpected
By Medicine Hat News on November 24th, 2018
We went to the beach to look for turtles and came home with lion. Seriously. Last month I vacationed with my kids and grandkids in Hawaii. Instead of turtles, my grandson discovered a plastic toy lion in the sand. Not quite what we had expected. It kind of fits in with the Christian liturgical calendar ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Poinsettia Tea at Westminster on Saturday
By Medicine Hat News on November 23rd, 2018
Medicine Hat News Westminster United Church is holding a poinsettia tea Nov. 24 from 2-3:30 p.m. A bake sale will be held and craft and jewelry tables will offer items for sale. Admission is $5 per person... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Fibre: A hidden gem
By Medicine Hat News on November 23rd, 2018
Fibre is an important part of the diet in preventing disease and maintaining good health. You could say it’s the best bang for your buck when considering all the benefits it has for your body. Sadly, most Canadians don’t even come close to eating the recommended amount each day. An average adult requires anywhere from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Caregiving Corner: Money-saving tips when you’re Christmas shopping
By Medicine Hat News on November 23rd, 2018
The promise of a loving, happy and stress free Christmas can be enough to make a family caregiver want to crawl in a hole. The extra expenses during the holidays make it a stressful time when already one day runs into another and you feel like throwing your hands up in the air and saying, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Can you forgive yourself?
By Medicine Hat News on November 23rd, 2018
So many people spend their lives with regret. They worry about the things that they “should have” said or done. Perhaps it is time for you to let go of the self-punishment and forgive yourself. There are some important things to remember about forgiveness. 1. You are human and human beings make mistakes. No one ... Read More »
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