Tag Archives: Health
Sask. mental health advocates aiming to end stigma for men
Two Saskatchewan men have made it their life mission to end the stigma on mental health.Allan Kehler, an International Keynote Speaker, and J.R. Larose, a retired CFL player, have been travelling to d...
Aug 24, 2023
Boil drinking water order issued for area in western Saskatchewan
People in the area of Alsask are being told to boil their water after harmful bacteria was identified in water samples.Saskatchewan's Ministry of Health issued a boil drinking water order Thursday for...
Aug 24, 2023
James Smith Cree Nation acknowledges those who helped after mass stabbings in 2022
Those who helped during last year's mass stabbing on the James Smith Cree Nation were officially thanked by the entire community On Monday, Aug. 21.The public thank you directed to everyone who assist...
Aug 21, 2023
Shortage of diabetes and weight loss drug Ozempic expected in Canada: manufacturer
A shortage of diabetes drug Ozempic that is used off-label for weight loss is expected in Canada, manufacturer Novo Nordisk and Health Canada said on Friday. "We are experiencing a temporary supply di...
Aug 18, 2023
A&W hosting 15th Burgers to Beat MS Day
For the 15th time since 2008, A&W's across Canada are supporting those with Multiple Sclerosis.A&W has once again partnered with the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada to bring Burgers to Be...
Aug 17, 2023
Co-op donation kick starts Ronald McDonald house build campaign
Kasey Halkett, age five, has spent over a hundred days using the Victoria Hospital and her family has made much use of the Family Room sponsored by Ronald McDonald House Charities. She made the offici...
Aug 10, 2023
Miracle Treat Day returns to support Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation
Once again ice cream is on the menu along with a chance to support the most significant needs at Saskatchewan's Children's Hospital.Aug. 10 marks the 21st Miracle Treat Day for DQ restaurants, with pr...
Aug 10, 2023
Health Director for Sturgeon Lake passes away, leaves behind strong legacy
A well-known advocate for First Nations healthcare has passed away.Shirley Bighead died on July 19 in Saskatoon at the age of 66. At the time, she was the Director of Health for the Sturgeon Lake Firs...
Aug 09, 2023
Saskatchewan centre to have dedicated door, space for mental health patients
Inside a new health centre in Saskatchewan's capital will be a space solely for people urgently requiring psychological help.And, from the outside, it can be accessed through a dedicated door. It's wh...
Aug 07, 2023
PAGC responds to closure of homeless kitchen, cites funding issues
In the words of Prince Albert Grand Council's Executive Director, caring for the homeless is a challenging situation.Al Ducharme said the decision to shut down the Community Cares Kitchen, which has b...
Aug 02, 2023
