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Science Smarts: Is snow or rain a better source of moisture?
By Patty Rooks on March 27th, 2021
With all the nice weather we have been experiencing, it was a bit of a shock to wake up to snow this week! It is a welcome sight for sure. I know it has been extremely dry and we all welcome the moisture. Interestingly enough, this sudden snow storm initiated a bit of a debate ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Natural Magnesium from the Sea
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on March 27th, 2021
Isak Dinesen, author of the great book “Out of Africa”, wrote, “The cure for anything is sea water.” Human physiological and environmental circumstances today suggest merit in Dinesen’s advice to look to the sea for replenishment of key minerals. Magnesium is one of the most important minerals that too many people are neglecting, and a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A Place Called Home: Pingle’s place
By Sally Sehn on March 23rd, 2021
In 1901, new pharmacist Charles Pingle arrived in Medicine Hat. With hopes of becoming a successful drug store operator, Pingle purchased an existing pharmacy. Within four years, Pingle’s Drug Store was thriving. In 1905, Pingle decided to build his own store. He hired contractor A.P. Burns to build a two-storey building located at 387 Main, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Indoctrinate, condition or brainwash?
By Dr. Linda Hancock on March 20th, 2021
I remember hearing a story about a woman who went to the butcher to buy meat. She asked him for a 10-pound roast but added that she wanted a couple of inches to be cut off one end. When the butcher questioned her about why she wanted this, she replied “I don’t know. That’s what ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Get out and farm some worms this weekend
By Patty Rooks on March 20th, 2021
What a lovely week we’ve had here in southeastern Alberta. It is no wonder spring starts today! You likely missed the official start to this great season as most of us were likely sleeping at 3:37 a.m. MST! Nonetheless, I know that this time of the year makes many of us anxious and eager to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Nurturing community connections
By Candace Lundrigan on March 19th, 2021
At the heart of it, the reason for the existence of the Esplanade Arts and Heritage Centre is to serve our community. We do this by preserving and making accessible our shared heritage, celebrating the arts, and bringing people together for meaningful experiences. With our doors closed we have often asked ourselves “how do we ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Beeting’ yourself to increase good health
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on March 19th, 2021
Would you like to improve your physical endurance? An exercise routine is the answer. Being physically and mentally active leads to a longer life. But diet can help too. You can start “beeting” yourself to improved health simply by adding beets to your menu. You should also know that nitrates in beets can treat more ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Make your own rainbow
By Patty Rooks on March 13th, 2021
As I look at the calendar today, I see that an important holiday is coming up next week – St. Patrick’s Day is fast approaching! Whenever I think of this holiday, I think of Leprechaun’s and that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow – an old Irish tale I am sure my ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Be active in your life
By Dr. Linda Hancock on March 13th, 2021
I find it interesting to listen to people who are sad, afraid and immobilized because they have heard something that is sketchy which they believe is the truth. Often the source was unreliable or was just spouting off ideas that had no realistic basis. Yet, despite the fact the message was faulty, the individuals who ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Understanding the world of sponsorship and what a naming right really is
By medicinehatnews on March 12th, 2021
With the recent renaming of the event centre to Co-op Place, one of the questions I have been asked is if South Country Co-op now owns the event centre? This article should clear this up. Let’s start by understanding what a naming right sponsorship is. Wikipedia defines naming rights as “a financial transaction and form ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: Good health includes healthy financials
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on March 12th, 2021
Vaccines are now reaching the wider community, and spring is near. As we emerge from isolation, there are predictions for the “Roaring 20s” ahead. But is this a good time for an assessment of your financial health? If you reach your 90s and are in good health, congratulate yourself. You are among the fortunate. In ... Read More »
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