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Heritage in the Hat: The Sons of Abraham Synagogue
By Medicine Hat News on December 1st, 2018
The Jewish community has had a presence in Medicine Hat since the early 1900s when the first immigrants arrived and established themselves as merchants, wholesalers, and farmers. Medicine Hat’s first congregation, the Sons of Abraham, was formed in 1912, and services were held in various locations around the city. By 1914, they had established the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental Health Matters: HIV/AIDS: Putting those affected at higher risk for mental health disorders
By Medicine Hat News on December 1st, 2018
In recognition of World AIDS Day, there is a need to address and discuss the impact HIV/AIDS can have on one’s mental health. Every year, since 1988, on Dec. 1, people are given the opportunity worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV/AIDS, to show support, and to honour those who we have lost from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: This Christmas decoration will be worth the wait
By Medicine Hat News on December 1st, 2018
It is hard to believe that the holiday season is fast approaching. If you look in the stores and even houses are quickly getting into the spirit of things around here! In the spirit of the fast approaching holiday season I thought we would get started on an experiment that may take some time to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: There’s hope in the waiting of Advent
By Medicine Hat News on December 1st, 2018
We are a month away from officially beginning a new year, but our church calendar year begins with Advent. Some years Advent sneaks into the last few days of November, but this year it begins tomorrow (those Advent calendars that start on Dec. 1 don’t quite get it right). Speaking of those Advent calendars, they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Risk assessment and making decisions based logic, not fear
By Medicine Hat News on November 30th, 2018
Have you ever been stressing about something unlikely and had a friend tell you, “Yeah, so. You might get hit by a bus tomorrow too.” I don’t want to make my work sound too easy but honestly, I think this to myself at least once a day when working through a huge component of my ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Know the signs of suicide risk
By Medicine Hat News on November 30th, 2018
So often I hear individuals state they are afraid to talk to their family and friends about suicide in case it plants an idea in the mind of someone who is upset but not suicidal. I invest time in teaching some basics about how to handle this kind of situation. 1. Watch for warning signs. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!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 »
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