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Viva Vitality: The numerous benefits of active transportation
By Medicine Hat News on August 18th, 2017
Active transportation can be defined as any form of human-powered transportation including, but not limited to walking, jogging, cycling, in-line skating or skateboarding. The benefits of active transportation are numerous, but unfortunately the proportion of journeys to school made by car has increased considerably in the last several years. Since most people know that staying ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Untitled:Hurling insults from the sidelines helps no one
By Medicine Hat News on August 15th, 2017
I accidentally interrupted a conversation a few months ago. One gentleman was remarking to another about the disadvantaged state of white people nowadays. His body language changed when I walked up, but he continued — now to both of us. “I’m white and a minority. No offence. That’s how I feel. I know other people ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!As part of back-to-school plans, don’t overlook annual eye exams
By Medicine Hat News on August 12th, 2017
NewsCanada When kids return to school, it usually comes with the routine of extracurricular activities and many school assignments. Parents can set up their kids for success by buying new school supplies and replacing outgrown sports equipment. However, in the busy mornings of packing lunches and school drop offs, some parents may have overlooked a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Faith and public discourse
By Medicine Hat News on August 12th, 2017
This may seem like a topic that is just plain wrong for the middle of summer, but before we know it we will back into a fall routine that this year will be intersected with a municipal election. If you know me at all you know I am a political person. I believe in public ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: Cash is king
By Medicine Hat News on August 12th, 2017
The saying “Cash is King” is a common phrase when it comes to analyzing the value of a business or an investment, the idea being that cash has great value. The same holds true for insurance policies. Does your insurance policy have cash available for you? Over the years I have found many people do ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Special occasions
By Medicine Hat News on August 11th, 2017
Every day of one’s life is important but there are four that I believe have particular significance. Birth — On the day you are born, your whole family tree was altered. The fact that you had arrived was a very momentous occasion, not only for you but for everyone around you. Much thought was likely ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: A season for change
By Medicine Hat News on August 11th, 2017
Now I may get a bit of backlash for admitting this out loud, but I’ve found myself starting to dream about the end of summer. Sure, it’s early to start thinking about fall and there are plenty more warm summer nights ahead, but I can’t help but crave the normalcy and routine that the fall ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Caregiving Corner: Five tips to get through a difficult caregiving day
By Medicine Hat News on August 11th, 2017
On a good day, caregiving can involve injections, meal preparation, feeding, and dressing. On a bad day it can mean a trip to the emergency room, not having home care show up, serious reactions to medication and anger and frustration thrown your way from your loved one. What do you do when it gets too ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Genetic testing and the burden of knowing your DNA
By Medicine Hat News on August 8th, 2017
You have seen the commercials about genetic testing. I am sure you have been tempted to get the test done for yourself. Then you ask, “How much do I want to know about the unknown?” Well, read on and find out. Genetic testing involves examining your DNA. DNA is the chemical database that carries instructions ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner Centre Contract Bridge Club results for July
By Medicine Hat News on August 8th, 2017
July 5 1. Ruth Tidy 2. Betty Biffard 3. Norma Campbell July 10 1. Matilda Weiss 2. Les Payne 3. Lil Iwaniki 4. Jackie Hurlbut 5. Bruce Perrin July 12 1. Bert Howes 2. Bruce Perrin 3. Jackie Hurlbut 4. Laraine Payne July 17 1. Stan Biffard 2. Iris Boychuk 3. Lil Iwaniki 4. Liz ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Scum, slime and science
By Mo Cranker on August 5th, 2017
I think it would be an understatement to say that this summer has been a hot one! Personally, I cannot recall so many hot days in a row. A sure sign of the heat is definitely the scum and slime I see on many of the local ponds as I drive by. What exactly is ... Read More »
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