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Science Smarts: Sweet treat for a sweet lady
By Patty Rooks on February 4th, 2023
When I looked at the date, I was so excited that I could share something I did this past week with you. It is a very special day today… it is Nana’s birthday! I am finding it harder and harder to find the perfect gift for Nana. After wracking my brain, I turned to science ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Stop it!
By Linda Hancock on February 4th, 2023
Today I went for my six-month follow up after having eyelid surgery. The ophthalmologist told me in passing that he has decided not to do cataract surgery anymore. He didn’t describe how he had come to this decision but I congratulated him on the importance of knowing when it is time to stop doing something. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: Vacation property
By Steve Meldrum on February 4th, 2023
Do you have a vacation property? Or do you have a family member or friend that does? I’m happy for you if you have a connection as there some great memories that come from vacation properties. Just think back to a vacation home visit you’ve had… nice, right? It’s amazing how you haven’t forgotten about ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: New year, new device?
By TANEIL ZANIDEAN on February 3rd, 2023
Whether you’re an internet newbie or a pro at surfing the web, it is always important to keep online safety in mind. Protecting yourself and your devices in the digital world can be made easier with the following tips, helping you steer clear of hazards like misleading information and vicious viruses. • Show respect to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Is it safe to have a drink before dinner?
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on February 3rd, 2023
No one in our family has ever needed to cling to a telephone pole on the way home after drinking too much alcohol. Rather, we have long held that moderate amounts of alcohol can be healthy. But are we right? Now, a new Canadian report claims more than one or two drinks a week increases ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: A feast and dance of plenty
By JoLynn Parenteau on February 1st, 2023
“There was a time when we weren’t allowed to dance, so now we dance for those who couldn’t.” – Larry Yazzie, Meskwaki/Dine, world champion fancy dancer Thundering drums and voices raised in song brought to life Medicine Hat’s first annual Omahksipiitaa (Blackfoot, ‘Big Eagle’) Round Dance Friday night. Organized by Medicine Hat College’s Indigenous Support ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Allowing your body to heal
By DR. LINDA HANCOCK on January 28th, 2023
No one can really enjoy the beauty of a warm sunny day as much as after experiencing dull, rainy hours. It is the same with health. Usually we wander around not even thinking about our physical well-being, until we have a few days of illness. Well the last couple of weeks I have been horribly ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Collector’s Corner: Canadian dollars have changed three times
By RON SCHMIDT on January 28th, 2023
This month I would like to talk about $1 coins. The first dollar made in Canada was in 1935, and along with the 1936 were the only $2 coins under the rule of King George V. When King George VI came into power they only made coins for a few more years, from 1936-39. No ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Extracting fruit DNA!
By PATTY ROOKS on January 28th, 2023
I can hardly believe it’s that time of year – Operation Minerva time! Operation Minerva is a long-standing tradition and one of the first programs to ever be hosted by Praxis. It is a one day conference for girls in Grade 9 f rom southeastern Alberta. We are hoping that by showcasing local women in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Following the people and things that inspire us is an exercise in hope
By REV. KRISTY REIMERS-LOADER on January 28th, 2023
A new year always feels like an opportunity to do something new and different. Many people look for a new way to enrich their experience of life, and some seek new ways to serve others at the same time. A couple Sundays ago in the cycle of Bible readings, we read of Jesus asking a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Magic mushrooms are moving mainstream
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on January 27th, 2023
You may have preconceived ideas that magic mushrooms are the party drugs of days past. However, in Canada and other countries, regulations are starting to ease on these prohibited psychedelics. The impetus stems from clinical trials showing remarkable results in treating post-traumatic stress disorder and treatment-resistant depression. The question begs, when should you plan for ... Read More »
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