Tag Archives: Health
Cold and flu season is here: When it’s time to get to a doctor
It's that time of year with many viruses going around. With the holiday season approaching, more people will be gathering at parties and dinners, so the odds of catching a bug go up.Dr. Simon Kapaj is...
Nov 23, 2019 (File photo/CKOM News Staff)
Local First Nations residents continue to suffer from generational trauma
Community leaders at Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation are sharing their devastation in the midst of what they are calling a suicide crisis. Among all nine First Nations within Meadow Lake Tribunal Counc...
Nov 22, 2019 Chief Ronald Mitsuing ordered a state of crisis and emergency on Thursday night. (Nicole Reis/meadowlakeNOW Staff)
Parents of young kids urged to be conscious about digital toys
The holiday season is not too far off and many will soon be hitting the stores for gifts.For those looking to get something for young children, some groups are advising people to keep certain things i...
Nov 22, 2019 Parents are encouraged to think about the gifts they give to young children this holiday season. (file photo/paNOW Staff)
Three P.A. clinics to offer free dental services
Visiting the dentist can be expensive, especially if you don't have insurance. It's in recognition of this fact that three dental clinics in Prince Albert will offer free treatments on Saturday.It's p...
Nov 22, 2019 (600073 Daniela Spyropoulou/Dreamstime)
Former Humboldt Bronco takes first steps after surgery
Ryan Straschnitzki, who was paralyzed from the chest down in the Humboldt Broncos bus crash in April of 2018, was seen in a video taking a few assisted steps Wednesday.Straschnitzki travelled to Thail...
Nov 21, 2019 Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor Ryan Straschnitzki moves his legs following spinal surgery in Thailand. (Twitter)
Parkland Ambulance celebrates milestone anniversary
It has been 45 years since Parkland Ambulance Care started serving Prince Albert and the surrounding area.The service began November 21 of 1974 by Barry and Wayne Dutchak. Parkland had a simple beginn...
Nov 21, 2019 Lyle Karasiuk shows the differences between an old and new defibrillator. (Michael Joel-Hansen/paNOW Staff)
Local group hopes Child Day gets people thinking
Today marks National Child Day.The occasion has been recognized in Canada since 1993. Specifically, the day helps commemorate the United Nations (UN) adopting two important documents relating to the r...
Nov 20, 2019 In the past children have worn blue to commemorate the day. (File Photo/paNOW Staff)
Aspiring Rangers take aim at challenging test
When Jimmy Charles first witnessed a Ranger patrol in his home community, he said he knew he wanted to be part of it.The 29-year-old from Stanley Mission is one of 15 people taking the Canadian Ranger...
Nov 19, 2019 (submitted photo/ Tammy Jim Cook-Searson)
Quiet weekend on road despite ice
Despite the icy conditions it was not a busy weekend for Prince Albert firefighters and paramedics out on the roads.Both services were only called out to one vehicle collision. Lyle Karasiuk, the dire...
Nov 18, 2019 Prince Albert and area received freezing rain this past weekend. (file photo/paNOW Staff)
Community supper takes aim at food insecurity
Prince Albert residents can get a free healthy meal and learn about food security at an event on Nov. 19th. The fourth annual Fall Food Fair is hosted by senior nursing students from the University of...
Nov 17, 2019 University of Saskatchewan nursing students prepare supper at last year's Fall Food Fair. (Submitted/Amanda LePage)
