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Common Sense Health: Safe and effective responses to stress
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on June 23rd, 2023
What is the world coming to? Recent news has artificial intelligence researchers and CEOs warning of an “extinction risk” from the technology running wild. Forest fires are literally running wild too. Nuclear war might wipe us out. Or economic collapse. If these things don’t get you stressed, then how about the rest of the pressures ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Drinks for baby
By PAT MACINTOSH on June 21st, 2023
Every year as it starts to get hotter outside, I often get asked, “How do I make sure my baby is getting enough fluids?” Babies under six months of age can meet their fluid needs with just breastmilk or formula. Continue to feed on demand as they may want to feed more often when it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: Return to The Hills
By JoLynn Parenteau on June 21st, 2023
How can a memory become everlasting? There are moments, when shared, that grow in the retelling and become family lore. June 8-11, the 13th gathering of The Hills Are Alive Music and Dance Cultural Fest drew two hundred visitors to Eagles Nest Ranch in the Cypress Hills. Four generations of musicians and crafters, family and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Building relationships
By Linda Hancock on June 17th, 2023
Sometimes it is difficult to make connections with other people. Here are some tips to help in the process: 1. It’s not all about you! When you are only thinking about how lonely you are feeling or how much you need the other person, you will likely not develop the intimacy that you crave. 2. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: The science of the knuckleball
By Patty Rooks on June 17th, 2023
The past month or so, I have spent a great deal of time at the baseball diamonds. Just when you think the pitch is coming in and it will be a home run, it is a strike. The ball seems to wiggle or dip, and then a miss…how does this happen? The coach says these ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mansoor’s Musings: Time to celebrate Neighbours Day
By Mansoor Ladha on June 17th, 2023
Neighbour Day – June 17 – started in 2014 to recognize the incredible outpouring of support and generosity of neighbours following the 2013 floods. Each year on the third Saturday in June, Calgarians have been celebrating one of the things that makes the city such a great city – a strong and caring communities. On ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: New drugs for Type 2 diabetes
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES & DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on June 16th, 2023
Albert Einstein wrote, “Everything is a miracle.” Is it possible that a new class of drugs is finally providing a miracle in the fight against diabetes? Ozempic and Trulicity, produced by Novo Nordisk and Ely Lilly, are examples of the brand-name prescription drugs gaining attention for fighting Type 2 diabetes and showing success. Type 2 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Morning tours beat the heat
By SALLY SEHN on June 15th, 2023
For a second year in a row, we are excited to announce a new historic walking tour is being added to the roster for this summer. There are now three tours available on Saturdays from late June through the end of September. These include Historic First Street SE, the Historic Railroad District and now, Historic ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Take river safety seriously
By LISA DOYLE on June 15th, 2023
As spring’s heat entices crowds to rivers for water activities, hidden dangers lurk beneath their tranquil surface. The 2020 Alberta Drowning Report revealed that rivers emerged as a leading location for drownings, and in 2017 there were 52 water-related fatalities reported across all water locations. With major rivers in Southern Alberta and rising temperatures, river ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Trauma and the brain
By DR. LINDA HANCOCK on June 10th, 2023
When I grew up, there was a general consensus that the brain was a very inflexible organ. We believed it didn’t change much over time and probably couldn’t heal once it was damaged. Research and technology over the years, however, has certainly changed that way of thinking. Shell shock was the name given to soldiers ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Skateboard science
By PATTY ROOKS on June 10th, 2023
The beautiful weather this week has everyone outside participating in some really great summer activities. I recently saw some children riding one-wheeled skateboards. Oh my, I can hardly imagine riding a skateboard with four wheels let alone one! Of course, this made me think perhaps I could – I just need to learn a bit ... Read More »
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