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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 »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: The art of transitioning
By DR. LINDA HANCOCK on August 7th, 2021
The other day my daughter said, “You don’t transition very well.” This wasn’t a criticism. It was a fact. You see, from April 28, when I received the first text message from my grandson asking me to move to Westman Village, until July 28 when I physically moved to Calgary, I have been bombarded with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Guar gum slime fun
By PATTY ROOKS on August 7th, 2021
As I write my article this week, I am anticipating what the upcoming school year will look like and what students will be asking me for. Of course, I am always being asked to either “blow something up” (not safe!) or “make a mess.” Of course, I never want to disappoint, so I dug through ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Behind the scenes
By JACK NEMO on August 6th, 2021
As Alberta reopens, the theatre in the Esplanade is preparing to crack its doors back open with some exciting shows this fall. I have my own part to play in welcoming the public back into the seats – I’m one of the theatre technicians and I help facilitate the needs of performers or groups, ideally ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Long-term survival after heart attack
By DR. W. GIFFORD JONES AND DIANA GIFFORD JONES on August 6th, 2021
An interview between Diana Gifford-Jones and Dr. W. Gifford-Jones Diana Gifford-Jones: You were 74 when a coronary attack nearly killed you. A short time later you had a coronary bypass. Readers often ask what you have done to prevent another coronary for so long? W. Gifford-Jones, MD: I have no single answer. I’m convinced it’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!What’s Up Doc?: Uncontrolled heartburn leads to serious complications
By DR. NOORALI BHARWANI on August 3rd, 2021
About 10-20% of the population experiences heartburn (gastroesophageal reflux disease – GERD). Excessive reflux of acidic, often with alkaline bile salt and duodenal contents, results in a multitude of symptoms for the patient including heartburn, regurgitation, cough and dysphagia. There are also associated complications of reflux including erosive esophagitis, Barrett’s esophagus (a pre-malignant condition), stricture ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Life’s a puzzle
By DR. LINDA HANCOCK on July 31st, 2021
Since I was a child, I have enjoyed challenges. When people gave up on untangling knotted string, I enthusiastically took on the task. Answering riddles, doing word games and figuring out mysteries were always fun for me. In fact, I believe that this way of approaching the world has helped me to do my work ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Understand the beauty that surrounds us
By PATTY ROOKS on July 31st, 2021
Although the skies have been hazy and smoky lately, the evening sunsets are amazing. The colours you see on the horizon in the evening are breathtaking. We often take these beautiful phenomenons for granted. If you have time this weekend, take a moment and look to the sky in the west and enjoy the view! ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Symptoms of magnesium deficiency
By DR. GIFFORD-JONES AND DIANA GIFFORD-JONES on July 30th, 2021
Magnesium is involved in roughly 80% of metabolic functions in the body. It is critical in delivering energy to cells and for the production of glutathione, an important antioxidant inside cells. Today, due to depletion of magnesium in the soil and modern food processing, about 60% of North Americans are deficient in this vital mineral. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: A truly magnificent display
By Xanthe Isbister on July 23rd, 2021
The Black Gold Tapestry, by Calgary artist Sandra Sawatzky, is one of the 21st century’s most significant Canadian works of art and it is on display at the Esplanade until early September. The 67-metre, hand-embroidered masterpiece visually narrates the history of oil, tracing its impact on human civilizations around the world and throughout the centuries. ... Read More »
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