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What’s Up Doc?: The benefits of heartburn, peptic ulcer disease pills in seniors
By Medicine Hat News on May 15th, 2018
About 25 per cent of Canadian seniors suffer from three or more chronic illnesses and are on six or more medications per day. One of the medications is Pantoloc. Pantoloc (pantoprazole) belongs to the family of medications called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). First introduced in 1989, PPIs are among the most widely utilized medications worldwide, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar May 14-20
By Medicine Hat News on May 14th, 2018
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Victoria Day long weekend. Check with the club. 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 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Buds and Blooms: The sun is shining and the buds are blooming
By Medicine Hat News on May 12th, 2018
People are streaming into the greenhouses rejoicing that spring is finally here. The garden centre is bursting at the seams with its bounty of beauty. Mother’s Day is Sunday and now is the time to honour Mother Nature, our own mothers, and being a mom. We need to raise awareness with our children to care ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Make a garden in a jar
By Medicine Hat News on May 12th, 2018
I absolutely love this time of the year. Nothing is more enjoyable than rolling up my sleeves and getting out in the garden. Whether it is the vegetable garden or flower garden, there is so much to discover when you start digging. I am always amazed at what I do find in my garden after ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A home on Civvy Street
By Medicine Hat News on May 12th, 2018
As the Second World War wound down, troops began returning from overseas, eager to return to civilian life, settle down and raise a family. It was the beginning of the baby boom but there was a problem: a housing shortage! The war effort had had priority for building materials and few houses were built. In ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Spiritual nourishment
By Medicine Hat News on May 12th, 2018
We human beings need nourishment to thrive. We need to be fed in body, mind and spirit. A society cannot thrive unless its people are well nourished physically, mentally and spiritually. It is worthwhile to remind ourselves that there is a lot that is getting better in the world. We have higher levels of education ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood:Cookie dough coverage
By Medicine Hat News on May 12th, 2018
Have you ever been shopping and had a craving for cookies? Maybe it stems from when you were a kid and the bakery gave you a free one. I love seeing little kids treasure that moment. I remember one day in university when I conceded to the cookie craving. I was hoping for my mom’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Wishing and hoping
By Medicine Hat News on May 11th, 2018
Have you ever had someone tell you that they weren’t interested in having a relationship with you? That can be a devasting thing to hear. Everyone wants to be loved and cared for. Did you find it hard to let go? Did you minimize the message and hang on to a fantasy hoping that with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Caregiving Corner: Four tips to help caregivers to get through the doctor visits
By Medicine Hat News on May 11th, 2018
I’ve heard professionals say their patient hears only about 30 per cent of what is said when first told about their life changing condition. Your role as a caregiver is vitally important in supporting your loved one, and you, get the most out of appointments with the doctor. Learn as much as possible about the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Spring into fun
By Medicine Hat News on May 11th, 2018
The spring season is a great time to think about getting active outdoors more often. This is the perfect opportunity to hit the road (or trail) on your bike. But before we jump into the saddle and peddle away, we need to ensure we are safe for the road. The first step to get that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar May 7-13
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 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 »
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