Interested in learning about healthy eating in the early years?
Join this FREE online class for parents & caregivers of 1-5 year olds in Alberta, led by Registered Dietitians.
You will learn about key foods and nutrients for growth, strategies for lower-stress family meals and how to get your child involved and excited about food!
• Maintain a Healthy Diet – Support healthy weight and good spinal health with a balanced diet and hydration.
• Stay Active – Engage in at least 30 minutes of physical activity.
• Avoid prolonged inactivity or bed rest.
• Sit Properly – Ensure ergonomic seating and take regular breaks.
• Warm up or stretch before exercising or physical activities, such as gardening.
• Get Adequate Sleep – Aim for 7-8 hours to support overall wellbeing. Sleep on a mattress of medium firmness to minimize any curve in your spine.
• Maintain proper posture.
• Lift Safely – Lift with your knees, keep the object close to your body, and do not twist when lifting.
• Quit smoking. Smoking impairs blood flow, resulting in oxygen and nutrient deprivation to spinal tissues.
• Limit Mobile Device Use – Reduce strain by taking breaks.
• Prioritize Mental Health – Manage stress and seek professional help when needed.
• Take Rest Breaks – Prevent fatigue-related injuries, especially in repetitive jobs.
• Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes.
• Work with your chiropractor to ensure that your computer workstation is ergonomically correct.
Key Facts:
• In 2020, low back pain (LBP) affected 619 million people globally and it is estimated that the number of cases will increase to 843 million cases by 2050, driven largely by population expansion and ageing.
• LBP is the single leading cause of disability worldwide and the condition for which the greatest number of people may benefit from rehabilitation.
• LBP can be experienced at any age, and most people experience LBP at least once in their life.
• Prevalence increases with age up to 80 years, while the highest number of LBP cases occurs at the age of 50–55 years. LBP is more prevalent in women.
• Non-specific LBP is the most common presentation of LBP (about 90% of cases).
October 15 is Global Handwashing Day, a global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives.
Despite its lifesaving potential, handwashing with soap is seldom practiced.
Follow these five steps every time:
Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap.
Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap.
Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds.
Rinse your hands well under clean, running water.
Why it’s important
Washing hands can keep you healthy and prevent the spread of respiratory and diarrheal infections. Germs can spread from person to person or from surfaces to people when you:
– Touch your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
– Prepare or eat food and drinks with unwashed hands
– Touch surfaces or objects that have germs on them
– Blow your nose, cough, or sneeze into hands and then touch other people’s hands or common objects
Key times to wash hands
You can help yourself and your loved ones stay healthy by washing your hands often, especially during these key times when you are likely to get and spread germs:
– Before, during, and after preparing food
– Before and after eating food
– Before and after caring for someone at home who is sick with vomiting or diarrhea
– Before and after treating a cut or wound
– After using the toilet
– After changing diapers or cleaning up a child who has used the toilet
– After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
– After touching an animal, animal feed, or animal waste
Drumheller FCSS is offering free classes for the older adult!
Every third Thursday starting in October, 55+ participants can come to the Drumheller Public Library from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30p.m to create cards!
In order to ensure enough supplies are available, participants must register in advance. Please contact Karen Schneck at kschneck@drumheller.ca or call 403-823-1317
Tyra’s Birthday Party: I Love Drumheller Valley Day!
Date: October 11, 2025
Time: 1 PM – 4 PM
Location: Tyra’s Parking Lot at 60 Riverside Dr W, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0
Celebrate the incredible place we live and play with a spectacular party for Tyra, the World’s Largest Dinosaur! Tyra’s 25th Birthday Party is the perfect chance to gather the community for a fun-filled day featuring live music, local vendors, exciting giveaways, and free access to Tyra!
Enjoy live music! Check out local vendors offering unique products and indulge in a delicious birthday cake as we sing “Happy Birthday” to Drumheller’s favorite dinosaur, Tyra!
As part of the I Love Drumheller Valley Day celebration, we’re highlighting all the reasons we love living in this beautiful region. This campaign by Travel Drumheller fosters community spirit and pride, celebrating life in Drumheller throughout the year. From photo contests where residents showcase their favorite aspects of the valley to special merchandise with proceeds supporting local businesses, it’s all about celebrating where we live.
On October 11th, I Love Drumheller Valley Day will bring even more excitement with exclusive giveaways, contests, merchandise, and special offers just for residents.
Whether you’re coming for the music, giveaways, or to take in the beautiful scenery, Tyra’s Birthday Party and I Love Drumheller Valley Day have something for everyone. Join us in showing your community pride, and let’s make this a day to remember!
I Love Drumheller Valley Day on October 11th. We celebrate life in Drumheller with giveaways, contests, merchandise and some special offers for residents.
Videos showcasing our beautiful our valley and the people who live here.
Merchandise available to purchase with proceeds going to a fund to support local businesses.
Drumheller FCSS is offering free classes for the older adult!
Every second Thursday starting in October, 55+ participants can come to the Drumheller Public Library from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30p.m to create art with either water color or acrylic paint!
In order to ensure enough supplies are available, participants must register in advance. Please contact Karen Schneck at kschneck@drumheller.ca or call 403-823-1317
