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Viva Vitality: New Year’s resolutions with AHS Quit Core
By Rita Aman on December 29th, 2023
As we approach a new year, like clockwork, all the resolution ideas start to appear. Make 2024 your year! Set your goals! Get organized! Lose weight! Quit Smoking! If you are a smoker, you may have made a resolution to quit smoking. Maybe this is your “annual” quitting smoking resolution. While there is value in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: The Seven Sacred Teachings: Truth – The Turtle
By JoLynn Parenteau on December 29th, 2023
“The Great Law of Peace from the Great Spirit is perfect, balanced, true and just in every way. Only when each person has the Living Laws of Peace within their heart, thoughts, words and actions will there be lasting peace among the Nations of the Earth.” – Deganawida (Two River Currents Flowing Together), The Peacemaker, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Her Master’s Eyes
By Jenni Barrientos on December 28th, 2023
Recently, I came across a letter in the archival records which had small pieces of linen glued to the edges. Taking a closer look, I noticed the linen was placed just at the very edges of the sheet of an otherwise very normal typed page. The top of the letter also caught my attention – ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Magic milk for you know who
By Patty Rooks on December 23rd, 2023
It is almost here, two more sleeps and the big jolly guy will be arriving at our houses! Well, I perhaps should not say that; as he will only come to your house if you have been nice NOT naughty – do not forget that, as there is still time for him to change his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Practical Christmas thoughts
By Linda Hancock on December 23rd, 2023
As I sit in my warm condo, looking out at the snow, I think of the story from ancient scriptures that resulted in the worldwide holiday that we refer to as Christmas. The story tells of a time when a young pregnant woman (a virgin no less) and the man chosen by God to accompany ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: The season for sorrows and joys
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on December 22nd, 2023
Why is it that the scariest and toughest illnesses occur at the festive time of year? Instead of family gatherings at home with music and merriment, for some people the holidays involve hushed tones at the bedside in a hospital. It may have started as nothing serious. An ache. Maybe stomach flu. But when symptoms ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Take care of yourself and know what you need this Holiday Season
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 22nd, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com SAMANTHA JOHNSON Local Journalism Initiative Reporter sjohnson@medicinehatnews.com While the Holiday Season is greeted with anticipation, there are also additional stresses at this time of year. Trenton Akers, a registered social worker with clinical specialization at Psynergy Centre, explained there is a higher risk of issues arising at this time of year. Being mindful of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Celebrate responsibly this Holiday Season
By Taneil Zanidean on December 22nd, 2023
The holidays can be a time for family, friends and celebration. Celebration can look different for everyone, but for many, it includes alcohol. It is important to consider the risks of alcohol use. If you drink too much alcohol on a single occasion, you may experience the following short-term effects: impulsive behaviour, drowsiness, aggressiveness and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Service Above Self: Salvation Army Christmas Kettles a great reason to go ring those bells!
By Medicine Hat Rotary Club on December 21st, 2023
It’s that time of year: Bells are ringing. Volunteers are bundled up greeting shoppers and handing out candy canes. Yep. The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Drive is in full gear. Since its 1906 Canadian start in St. John’s, Nfld., with a single kettle, the project has spread to more than 2,000 locations across Canada. Medicine ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: How about a Holiday sliming?
By Patty Rooks on December 16th, 2023
I do not know about you, but Christmas baking has begun. One flavour many of my family and friends often request is peppermint. Of course, I have overbought the peppermint by quit a bit, so I have had to come up with a use for it so it is not wasted. And, of course, it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Your Money: First home savings account
By Matt Solberg on December 16th, 2023
First proposed as part of the 2022 Federal Budget, and now available through most major Financial Institutions. The First Home Savings Account, or FHSA is a new type of Registered account that combines some of the perks of existing Investment Accounts to help Canadians save towards their first home by allowing account holders to contribute, ... Read More »
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