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Miywasin Moment: The Seven Sacred Teachings: Courage – The Bear
By JoLynn Parenteau on September 20th, 2022
“When you are in doubt, be still, and wait; when doubt no longer exists for you, then go forward with courage.” – Chief White Eagle, Ponca tribe, born c. 1825 – died 1914 In this series, the Miywasin Moment explores the Seven Sacred Teachings. Called the Tipi Teachings, Grandfather Teachings, or Seven Sacred Laws in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Constipation causes more trouble than you think
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on September 16th, 2022
Now and again, friends confide in friends that they have big problems. Dreaded are the occasions when the problem is a serious medical diagnosis. But when the problem is persistent constipation, it’s better to air the issue and not suffer in silence. Drug store remedies for constipation can fail to have effect. For many sufferers, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: A year of Miywasin Moments
By JoLynn Parenteau on September 14th, 2022
Miywasin is a Cree word meaning “it is good.” This column intends to be a “good moment” as you read it over your morning pihkahtewâpoy (“coffee”, Cree). If you are a new reader, I say to you: Tawâw (“come in, you’re welcome, there is room”, Cree). Since its launch in August 2021, the Miywasin Moment ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s up Doc?: What do we know about long COVID?
By DR. NOORALI BHARWANI on September 13th, 2022
Three months ago, my friend contracted COVID-19 infection. He is 75-plus years old with cardiac and other medical conditions. He got COVID-19 infection although he was fully vaccinated with four COVID immunization shots. His COVID test was positive for about 10 days. At-home antigen tests may return positive results for 10 days – or even ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Here for the beer
By Sally Sehn on September 13th, 2022
In July 1914, ‘Hatters got a taste of the first brew prepared by the Medicine Hat Brewing Company Limited. The first batch was called Twin City Beer. The Medicine Hat Brewing Company was the second brewery owned by Charles (Carl) Drazan, a Czech-American who also owned the Palouse Brewing Company in Palouse, Washington, south-east of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: September sliming
By Patty Rooks on September 10th, 2022
September has been off to a great start! I am enjoying the craziness surrounding back to school this year. Around the office, I am planning some exciting events that we will be participating in (so keep an eye out for announcements!). This coming week, we are REALLY excited to be joining Methanex for their Community ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Choices
By Linda Hancock on September 10th, 2022
In the well-known play “Hamlet” written by William Shakespeare there is a character named Polonius. His role is to serve as counsellor to King Claudius and although some people value his advice as wisdom, others focus on the fact that every judgement he made in the play was wrong. As a parent, though I find ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Rejoicing in the midst of difficulties
By George Koopmans on September 10th, 2022
I recently came across an on-line article called “Assessing the COVID-19 Carnage.” While there has been, and continues to be, disagreement surrounding responses to COVID… few would deny the carnage left in the virus’ wake. The utter devastation many families experienced, and the lingering health effects others are dealing with, may rightly be described as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: A windfall of science on apples
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on September 9th, 2022
We write about natural remedies we believe are good for human health. Why this focus? It’s not to encourage avoidance of pharmaceutical drugs when medical care is an imperative. To the contrary, Canadians and Americans have the luxury of the world’s best doctors, medicinal drugs and health-care facilities. But health systems are overwhelmed. To ease ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: A vibe worth celebrating
By MELISSA STOCKTON on September 9th, 2022
It’s no secret the last few years were challenging times for many of us and our team at the Esplanade were no strangers to it. We had to shift, adjust and, dare I say, pivot more times than I care to count. But it has been glorious to feel like we’re getting back to normal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: Hot culture summer
By JoLynn Parenteau on September 7th, 2022
A hot August wind blows through Saamis Tepee, over the edge of the coulee and down into the valley below, sweeping across the Saamis Archaeological Site. Watchers on the hill shield their eyes from the scorching sun and cast their gazes over Seven Persons Creek, picturing the campsites below of those who visited here long ... Read More »
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