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All Psyched Up: Give thanks
By Linda Hancock on January 13th, 2024
There is a wonderful song that I often sing which begins, “Give thanks with a grateful heart.” Sometimes life doesn’t offer things we appreciate, and sometimes we just plain forget to give thanks for our blessings. Today, let’s focus on things for which we can give thanks: 1. Health – I often say that if ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Need something to do while you’re stuck inside?
By Patty Rooks on January 13th, 2024
I do not know about you, but I will likely be hiding out inside this weekend. Winter has finally arrived! Usually we get a slow start on these freezing temperatures, not the sudden deepfreeze that we are experiencing. But that gives you a perfect opportunity to get started on your science fair project. Before you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: National Non-Smoking Week, January 15-21
By Madison Keys on January 12th, 2024
As we welcome the year 2024, we also welcome National Non-Smoking Week, which takes place Jan. 15-21. This week is dedicated to encouraging people to be healthier and exclude smoking from their lives. According to the Canadian Cancer Association, smokers are at a higher risk of developing at least 16 various types of cancer. Specifically, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Jobs one, two and three for lifelong health
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on January 12th, 2024
By the time you are reading this article, the stakes establishing the life course of your health have long been set. Your genetic inheritance, location, and family circumstances, combined with a complex set of early life factors determine how your health trajectory will begin. Through childhood and adulthood, you have opportunities to influence your well-being, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Old world charm
By Sally Sehn on January 11th, 2024
Nestled into the corner of S. Railway and Fifth Street is a quaint building best known as the Heidel Haus Inn. The building is far older than it looks, having had more facelifts than an aging actress. A frame structure on this site is mapped as far back as 1905. It once served as a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: How high can you go?
By Linda Hancock on January 6th, 2024
When we stand at the beginning of a new year, we often think about setting goals or making resolutions. Unfortunately, motivation can quickly wane. Those who seem determined to get into better physical shape find that the gyms are packed in January but almost empty in February. Actually, it doesn’t take many weeks until we ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Kickstarting the mind after the winter break
By Patty Rooks on January 6th, 2024
Sometimes the winter break can get a bit long and we are looking for things to do. As the winter break comes to an end, what better way to get those young minds thinking once again than some science? This experiment is going to make you think for sure as we create some fun treats ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Real change requires more than resolution
By Rev. Kristy Reimers-Loader on January 6th, 2024
The transition from one year to the next always seems to involve some expectation of change. Magazines proclaim, “New Year, New You!” on their January covers. Sales on vitamins, supplements and gym memberships reflect our past year’s regret for neglecting our health and physical fitness, and our New Year’s resolutions reflect our hope to do ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Shift focus from weight to health
By Pat MacIntosh on January 5th, 2024
Happy New Year! It’s that time of year again when many people make resolutions to improve their health; often involving dieting or weight loss goals. However, weight loss or a smaller body size does not necessarily equal health. In fact, the extreme methods used to lose weight often make people less healthy. Diets don’t work ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stampede Roundup: Another exciting year ahead for MH Exhibition & Stampede
By Ryan McCracken on January 5th, 2024
With a new year upon us, we’re busy gearing up for another jam-packed calendar of events here at the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede. In fact, the fun has already started with Western Tractor Days, running until 3 p.m. today at the Cypress Centre with food, equipment showcase displays, fun and games for the little ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: An active lifestyle is the right resolution
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on January 5th, 2024
One week into the New Year, and how are you doing on your resolutions? Most people make ambitious plans at the end of December and by this point can’t remember what they were. A few people overdo it, like those who commit to running a marathon before they’ve had success with a daily walk. If ... Read More »
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