January 26th, 2025

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Ukrainian Christmas traditions honoured at Hat home

By Medicine Hat News on January 11th, 2018

Medicine Hat News This Saturday is the Orthodox Christian New Year, but last Saturday the Cherwonogrodzky family of Medicine Hat celebrated Ukrainian Christmas. Relatives and friends came to partake in the special day. Outside were the usual Christmas lights and ornaments, but at the top of the stairs was an axe to ward off evil, ... Read More »

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What’s Up Doc?: Understanding factors that determine our health

By Medicine Hat News on January 9th, 2018

“The perception that health comes from the health care system is widespread. Yet the health-care system accounts only for a small — albeit important — part of the overall health of the population, mainly through treatment. It’s really an illness care system,” says Dr. Trevor Hancock in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ December 18, ... Read More »

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By the Way: New day, new joy

By Medicine Hat News on January 6th, 2018

It has been said that each year provides us with 12 blank chapters and 365 new opportunities to add or change our life story. As I write this, it is the start of a new year, 2018, and for many, the start of a new day where we can press the ‘reset button’ and start ... Read More »

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Medalta Musings: Over the years, work at Medalta has changed

By Medicine Hat News on January 6th, 2018

Medalta has always been about work, about hard work. Back in the 1920s, work looked like a teenaged Bill Wyatt unloading boxcars of clay after a full day of work for a couple of bucks per car, building up strength so he could play baseball for teams throughout the region (he was that good). Or ... Read More »

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Insurance Understood: Good vs. evil

By Medicine Hat News on January 6th, 2018

As a child I loved the TV show called Inspector Gadget. The main character was a detective who would always intercept the evil plans of the villain, Dr. Claw. (Side note: I am literally smiling as I type this.) Anyway, Inspector Gadget always figured out a way to solve cases and come out on top. ... Read More »

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Praxis: Science fair season is here

By Medicine Hat News on January 6th, 2018

Oh my, I can hardly believe that the holiday break is quickly coming to an end. Where did the time go? Well, I know some of you out there have a science fair project due after the break; perhaps you have been busy and did not have a chance. I completely understand. Are you having ... Read More »

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A new year

By Medicine Hat News on January 5th, 2018

I had a lot of company over the Christmas holidays. Some were here just to open gifts. Some came to share a meal and others were here for a few days. People were coming and going while I was the one constant in the celebrations. Because I live alone, the whole experience was very different ... Read More »

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Viva Vitality: Boost your activity level in 2018

By Medicine Hat News on January 5th, 2018

With 2017 in the past, it is time to look forward to new beginnings and new resolutions as we step into 2018. A particularly common New Year’s resolution is increasing one’s physical activity. According to the World Health Organization, inadequate physical activity is the primary risk factor around the world for death. I know for ... Read More »

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Veiner Centre Contract Bridge Club results for December

By Medicine Hat News on January 3rd, 2018

Dec. 4 1. Bruce Perrin 2. Adrienne Warynycia 3. Pat Hannay 4. Les Payne Dec. 6 1. Gert Mondor 2. Bruce Perrin Dec. 11 1. Matilda Weiss 2. Gert Mondor 3. Vonda Reddekop 4. Jim Hillson Dec. 13 1. Dorothy Perrin 2. Matilda Weiss 3. Ruth Tidy Dec. 18 1. Bruce Perrin 2. Ruth Tidy ... Read More »

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All Psyched Up: Wisdom for all time

By Medicine Hat News on December 29th, 2017

So often circumstances bring us distress and the urge to do whatever we can to fix the problems that are bothersome. We think that if we just try harder or pray more the person we care about will make better choices. But trying harder and focusing on trouble can steal our health, prevent us from ... Read More »

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Viva Vitality: Keeping children their safest in their child safety seats

By Medicine Hat News on December 29th, 2017

Child safety seats, also known as car seats, can be one of the many intimidating aspects of parenting. There are many types of child seats to choose from and it can be overwhelming to find the perfect seat that is compatible with your vehicle, and most importantly is compatible with your child. Finding the right ... Read More »

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