Stay Away from Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Algae)
Cyanobacteria (also referred to as blue-green algae) is a type of bacteria found in many lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Cyanobacteria can multiply a...
Mental Health Moment: 101 Ways to Reduce Stress
Get up 15 minutes earlier
Prepare for the morning the night before
Avoid tight fitting clothes
Avoid relying on chemical aids
Set...
Mental Health Moment: How to Get the Most Out of Your Counselling/Therapy Sessions
Adapted from Dr. David Burns
We understand that therapy can sometimes be challenging
People often report that unburdening their emotions and past experiences in the...
Are You Struggling with Gambling?
Gambling is risking money or something else of value on an activity that has an uncertain outcome. That can mean a lot of...
Organ Donation Saves Lives
Did you know that a single organ donor can save up to eight lives and improve the lives of 75 others, who may...
Load up on Legumes for Lunch
Have you thought of packing legumes in your lunch?
Legumes are plant-based proteins. Some of the most common legumes include chickpeas, kidney beans, black...
Programs and Services to Help You Quit Smoking
Every year, more than 4,000 Albertans die because of tobacco use, while tens of thousands more Albertans have serious tobacco-related illnesses that greatly...
Mental Health Moment: 27 Ways to Say No
Are you a people pleaser? Do you have trouble finding the words to say no? Maybe you just need some time to evaluate...
Encouraging Kids to Help in the Kitchen
When the entire family gets involved in the kitchen, it can encourage connections and quality time. Kids can take part in the process,...
Dealing with a Cough
A cough is your body's response to something that bothers your throat or airways. Many things can cause a cough. You might cough...
Reducing the Salt in Your Diet
Reducing salt in your diet is one way to improve your heart health. Eating too much salt (sodium) may cause high blood pressure....
Why Is Sleep So Important for Kids?
Children between three- and twelve-years-old need 10 to 12 hours of sleep to grow and develop. Children may have trouble learning and developing...
