Tag: Southern Alberta

  • Patient Care Protocol Speeds Recovery after Tracheotomy

    Patient Care Protocol Speeds Recovery after Tracheotomy

    CALGARY — Thanks to a new Alberta Health Services (AHS) clinical care pathway, patients in Calgary who have had a tracheotomy are now able to start their recovery from the procedure in less than half the time it once took. In a tracheotomy, a surgeon inserts a tube in a patient’s trachea (windpipe) to assist…

  • Two weekends left for leaf, pumpkin and tree branch drop-off locations

    Two weekends left for leaf, pumpkin and tree branch drop-off locations

    City landfills will accept storm-damaged branches until end of the year Calgarians have two more weekends to take advantage of city-wide drop-off locations for their bagged leaves, pumpkins and storm-damaged tree debris. The seasonal drop-off locations throughout the city will close on Sunday, November 9 as the annual Leaf & Pumpkin Composting Program comes to…

  • Rural Economic Development Action Plan

    Rural Economic Development Action Plan

    On Oct. 28, Premier Prentice and I released the Rural Economic Development Action Plan. The Action Plan is a blueprint for future rural economic success in Alberta. It lays out clear strategies and specific actions that build on the strength of Alberta’s rural economy by linking existing resources and organizations, increasing infrastructure capacity, and ultimately…

  • Gas leak at 4 Avenue and 1 Street S.W

    Gas leak at 4 Avenue and 1 Street S.W

    High River, AB: There is a gas leak at 4 Avenue and 1 Street S.W. ATCO Gas and Town fire crews are currently on the scene to resolve the issue. Officials are asking everyone to please stay away from the area while the scene is secured. Please obey all road blocks and directions from personnel.…

  • Value Investing in a Volatile Climate

    Value Investing in a Volatile Climate

    By Kim Inglis Without doubt, markets have been volatile this fall.  From the September peak to the most recent October low, the S&P/TSX Composite Index dropped approximately 13% and the S&P 500 by 9.8%.  These numbers indicate an intermediate correction, an event which typically occurs once every two to three years. Looking at current market…

  • Oilfields High School: Learning Commons Library

    Oilfields High School: Learning Commons Library

    By Librarian Mrs Nadine Russell I find myself working towards a goal that I do not fully understand. The goal I speak of is to turn our library into a Learning Commons. This goal has been brought forward by Alberta Education. Many students, teachers, parents and community members question what this transition is even about.…

  • Obesity, Physical Inactivity Drive up Cancer Numbers: study

    Obesity, Physical Inactivity Drive up Cancer Numbers: study

    CALGARY — Every year in Canada, more than 12,000 people develop cancer because of excess body weight and physical inactivity, according to new research by Alberta Health Services (AHS). Of that number – equivalent to the population of Canmore – more women than men are affected. “Obesity and physical inactivity are well-known risk factors for…

  • RCMP High River c/o Careless Use of a Firearm

    On October 27th, 2014 the High River RCMP responded to a complaint of persons hunting from a moving vehicle.  This incident occurred at a property located to the south of highway 540 on 88 street East just north of Cayley at around 6:00 PM.   It was advised that two males, estimated to be in their…

  • A Great Weight has Been Lifted

    A Great Weight has Been Lifted

    AHS bariatric supports give Alberta man a new lease on life Story by Tara Grindle; photo by Paul Rotzinger Leslie Young is half the man he used to be. And he couldn’t be happier. After losing 165 lbs. with the support of Alberta Health Services (AHS) Adult Bariatric Specialty Clinic in Calgary, Young is embracing…

  • Guide Dogs Aren’t Just Workers; They’re Members Of The Family

    Guide Dogs Aren’t Just Workers; They’re Members Of The Family

    This video was filmed in Calgary as part of the AB & BC Guide Dog Services. This is a great organization that could always use puppy raisers. You could be an important part of a guide dog’s life of service.

  • Mogen David brand “Red Wine – Concord” recalled due to presence of arsenic

    Mogen David brand “Red Wine – Concord” recalled due to presence of arsenic

    Starting date: October 28, 2014 Type of communication: Recall Alert sub-type: Notification Subcategory: Chemical Hazard classification: Class 3 Source of recall: Canadian Food Inspection Agency Recalling firm: Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission Distribution: Alberta Extent of the product distribution: Retail CFIA reference number: 9298 Affected products Brand name Common name Size Code(s) on product UPC…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: November is Seniors’ Falls Prevention Month

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: November is Seniors’ Falls Prevention Month

    Anyone can fall – prevent it from happening to you Irma Naf, an 87-year-old Calgarian who lives independently, knows the value of prevention when it comes to avoiding falls. Naf has neuropathy, which causes weakness and numbness in her feet, impacting her balance. She had bars installed in her shower to provide support as she…

  • RCMP High River – Hit and Run

    On October 27th, 2014 the High River RCMP responded to a hit and run collision on 3rd Avenue in High River at around 11:15 P.M.  The suspect vehicle, believed to be a black Chevrolet pickup, rear ended a green Chevrolet GMT-400 which had been parked on the street.  The suspect vehicle then took off and the direction of…

  • Diamond Valley Fire Department Food Drive Starts Tonight

    Diamond Valley Fire Department Food Drive Starts Tonight

    Black Diamond and Turner Valley Fire Department annual door to door Food Drive starts tonight in Black Diamond and continues Tuesday night in Turner Valley! Every little bit helps, please watch for the flashing lights of the fire truck! The door-to-door drive runs from approximately 6:30 to 9pm. If you miss the firefighters then you…

  • High River’s local history, unique architecture and significant people shared at open house

    High River’s local history, unique architecture and significant people shared at open house

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River is inviting all history buffs, town historians and residents to come and learn more about the town’s beautiful historic homes at a public open house for Phase II of the Residential Heritage Inventory Project. The open house will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 5 to…