Local Life
Science Smarts: Stained
By PATTY ROOKS on September 2nd, 2023
I have a new university student, and recently I had a message asking what kind of laundry detergent he should purchase as the one he has just is not working well. Of course we all have favourites, but I thought perhaps I would try out a few in order to provide an informed decision. Let’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Preventing diabetes risk due to COVID-19 infection
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on September 1st, 2023
... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Always the quiet ones
By Rev. Shane Hein on August 26th, 2023
27:Â She said, “Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters’ table.” [Matthew 15:27] “It is always the quiet ones we need to worry about.” Often it is assumed that the silent, disinterested looking participant in a conversation is not really listening to what is being said. And while that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Mixing it up, or not
By PATTY ROOKS on August 26th, 2023
Do I dare say it…truly, it is hard to ignore any longer, there are signs everywhere – especially in the stores …BACK TO SCHOOL! It is that time once again, I know that many of you are busy preparing, so I thought I would share a favourite “ice breaker” to get students thinking and back ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Barriers to reaching goals
By DR. LINDA HANCOCK on August 26th, 2023
Often, I hear people state that they have set goals and worked toward them for a period of time only to give up completely. There can be several reasons for this: 1. Expectations – We are never disappointed unless we have expectations but, unfortunately, our expectations can sometimes be unreasonable. We might set a goal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!South Alberta Light Horse Regimental Museum to reopen for public visitors on Sept. 6
By Medicine Hat News on August 25th, 2023
A three-year hiatus comes to an end on Sept. 6 for the South Alberta Light Horse Regimental Museum. The South Alberta Light Horse Regiment Foundation announced Tuesday that the museum will reopen to the public after a lengthy break. Public will be able to arrange visits every Wednesday between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: More fire and smoke to come
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on August 25th, 2023
Fires are a natural part of life in the forests that extend across Canada and the northern United States. But it is not normal for these forest fires to consume entire communities, take lives of unsuspecting citizens in a surreal panic, and leave thousands of people and animals displaced. Tragedies happen sometimes. Now however, experts ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Health promotion supports a well-being society
By Chloe Trautman on August 24th, 2023
A ‘well-being society’ is described as providing the foundations, for all populations current and in the future, to thrive on a healthy planet, no matter where they live. A well-being society sounds desirable but when we think critically about that phrase, it becomes a necessity in today’s world. The world faces complex challenges that impact ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: The art of guest services
By PAUL FRANCIS on August 24th, 2023
Having worked at the Esplanade for the past 10 years as a Theatre Technician, I recently took the opportunity to leave the comfort of the theatre to take on a term position as the Guest Services Supervisor. From hiding in a dimly lit room at the back of the theatre to working in the spotlight ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense health: Starving the gut feeds the brain
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on August 18th, 2023
If our bodies could speak to our brains, many would hear this: “Dear brain, please know the difference between being hungry and bored. Sincerely, I’m getting fat!” Who doesn’t turn to food when the doldrums set in? The smart brains would offer their hosts three pieces of advice. One, eat nutritional food. Two, limit portion ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Form a healthy relationship with food
By JULIA ROWLAND on August 17th, 2023
A healthy relationship with food is a perspective on eating that includes physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual health around eating. Indicators of a healthy relationship with food include eating foods that fit a person’s spiritual or cultural need, eating foods without guilt or shame, eating with others and choosing foods that provide the energy ... Read More »
1 response
