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What’s UpDoc?: Surgical procedures have been revolutionized
By Medicine Hat News on July 10th, 2018
In minimally-invasive surgery, doctors use a variety of techniques to operate with less damage to the body than with open surgery. Minimally-invasive surgery is associated with less pain, a shorter hospital stay and fewer complications. This advantage is achieved by using a technique called laparoscopy where surgery is done through one or more small incisions, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar July 9-15
By Medicine Hat News on July 9th, 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!Praxis: Taking water balloon fights to the next level
By Medicine Hat News on July 7th, 2018
I know that many of us love to be outside enjoying the great outdoors during the summer. There is often one activity that I feel is overlooked. What is more fun on a hot day than a great water balloon fight, right? Well, I think this week we should take it to the next level ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Noteworthy: Insults to our PM, sing for your ride and chair-throwing Dawgs’ coach
By Medicine Hat News on July 7th, 2018
This happened more than a month ago, but all Canadians, no what their political stripe, should be up in arms over the embarrassing comments Donald Trump made in early June against Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (“weak, dishonest”) following the mid-June G7 summit meeting. It is extraordinarily shameful for a government head to use the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Awareness and support on National Injury Prevention Day
By Medicine Hat News on July 6th, 2018
Yesterday, July 5, was the annual National Injury Prevention Day (NIPD). This is a day supported by Parachute, a national charitable organization dedicated to preventing injuries and saving lives. An injury is described as physical damage to the body from sudden exposure to energy levels that exceed the normal human tolerance or as a result ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Big dog, little dog
By Medicine Hat News on July 6th, 2018
There used to be a television commercial where a woman stood with an angel on one shoulder and a devil on the other. The whole idea of this advertising campaign was to compare butter to a margarine product. The underlying message was that if you were listening to the angel, you would be making the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Downtown BMO brand board on the move
By Medicine Hat News on July 6th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Visitors to the downtown branch of the Bank of Montreal may have noticed the cattle brand board that has been there for close to 60 years is missing. Don’t worry, it hasn’t been stolen. It’s just been given on official loan to Medicine Hat’s Cypress Club. The custom-made display piece, featuring 172 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar July 2-8
By Medicine Hat News on July 2nd, 2018
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Canada 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!Factors to consider when choosing and applying mulch
By Medicine Hat News on June 30th, 2018
Metro Editorial Homeowners may associate mulch with springtime lawn and garden care, but mulching in fall can benefit a lawn as well. According to the Morton Arboretum in Illinois, mulch protects roots against extreme temperatures, and not just those associated with summer heat waves. Mulch is often connected with its ability to help soil retain ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Alberta Linseed Oil thrived in Medicine Hat
By Medicine Hat News on June 30th, 2018
The only choice before the Second World War, linseed oil paint has virtually disappeared from the Canadian market, replaced by solvent and latex paint. However, conservation advisors are again recommending it for heritage projects. Once a “made in Medicine Hat” product, now it must be imported from Sweden. Linseed oil is extracted from flax seed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Giving in love
By Medicine Hat News on June 30th, 2018
Did you hear about the overprotective parent who packed a lunch for his child? It fed 5,000. But seriously, as I reflect on the story of Jesus feeding 5,000 people with a little boy’s lunch — two fish and five loaves of bread — I am reminded of a basic principle of the Way of ... Read More »
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