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Science Smarts: Fun with changing leaves
By Patty Rooks on August 20th, 2021
As I look outside while writing this article, I realize that fall is fast approaching. I think the seasons may be a little ahead of normal this year, or perhaps it is due to the severe drought we have been experiencing. I am not sure I can recall the leaves beginning to turn this early ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Now what?
By Dr. Linda Hancock on August 20th, 2021
I don’t believe I was the only person who was surprised this week when Prime Minister Justin Trudeau decided to call an election for the end of September. The past few months have been very difficult ones for Canadians and to critics, this decision is costly and untimely. After meeting with the Governor General to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: What would make your skin turn yellow?
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on August 20th, 2021
A report from the Massachusetts General Hospital and published in the New England Journal of Medicine tells an interesting story. A 62-year-old man over a two-month period developed numbness, a “pins and needles” sensation in his hands, shortness of breath, trouble walking due to severe joint pain, and he began to turn yellow. Anyone faced ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Sleeping apnea and dental considerations
By Jenna Lannan on August 20th, 2021
Obstructed Sleep apnea accounts for more than 80 per cent of sleep-related breathing disorders. Sleep apnea is a health condition where, during sleeping, there are several interruptions to breathing. This usually lasts from 10-30 seconds but can last for up to a minute. Symptoms include: loud snoring, morning headaches, excessive daytime sleepiness, difficulty paying attention ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplande: What’s Old Is New – A look at what Reuse, Reduce, Recycle has meant through the years
By Amber Hubka Cook on August 20th, 2021
The idea that initiates a museum exhibition can come from anywhere. Sometimes it’s a grand plan, sometimes it’s an offhand comment. The current exhibition, What’s Old Is New, was born from a conversation with local Redcliff collector Fred Hauck. Fred and I both share a deep interest in history, though we often approach it from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin Moment: Overcoming anxiety opens doors for Cross Child
By JOLYNN PARENTEAU on August 18th, 2021
Everyone gets anxious sometimes. If there’s one thing most of us can agree on these days, we are living in an anxiety-inducing time like no other. So where do we look for comfort? Tyra Cross Child will tell you to look your worry in the face, and call it your friend. Drawing from emotions captured ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Parks and Rec: A scorching summer
By Keziah Lesko-Gosselin on August 17th, 2021
Summer is typically a season to spend time outdoors, but this year’s hot and dry temperatures have limited peoples’ abilities to do so. Many have struggled to beat the heat this summer, and even for those who love hot weather, poor air quality conditions have affected virtually everyone in the community. The heat wave that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Is this the time to lower our guard against the threat of COVID-19 and its variants?
By Dr. Noorali Bharwani on August 17th, 2021
The head of the Alberta Medical Association, Dr. Paul Boucher, in an open letter says he has significant concerns with this province’s decision to suspend almost all of its COVID-19 public health protocols. He is not alone in expressing this sentiment. Some experts believe a fourth wave is inevitable, primarily among young and healthy individuals. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Parks and Recreation: A scorching summer
By KEZIAH LESKO-GOSSELIN on August 14th, 2021
Summer is typically a season to spend time outdoors, but this year’s hot and dry temperatures have limited peoples’ abilities to do so. Many have struggled to beat the heat this summer, and even for those who love hot weather, poor air quality conditions have affected virtually everyone in the community. The heat wave that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Let’s get recycling!
By PATTY ROOKS on August 13th, 2021
I made a well overdue trip to the recycling centre today which of course, got me thinking about this week’s article! In order to narrow things down even more, my helpers were asking a ton of questions such as “Why do you recycle, this is so much work?!”, and “How do they actually use these ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Nothing beats family time
By DR. LINDA HANCOCK on August 13th, 2021
Well, after months and months of social distancing, we finally were able to attend a fairly large family wedding! Justin and Kelly planned an amazing experience for everyone at her parents’ acreage near Lloydminster, Sask. But the wedding was more than just witnessing the vows. There were so many wonderful benefits to getting together including ... Read More »
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