Phone:

(403) 823-3345

Address:

140 Riverside Dr E, Drumheller, AB, T0J 0Y4

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National Caregiver Day April 7, 2026

Canadian organizations who are providing supports and services to make a difference in the lives of caregivers:https://www.carerscanada.ca/organizations-supporting-caregivers/
 
Caregiving is more than managing daily tasks – it’s about emotional readiness and practical confidence. With the right support, caregivers can transition from uncertainty to confidence, find clear answers to pressing questions, and transform distress into strength. By offering guidance, tools, and compassion, we empower caregivers to navigate their journey with resilience.
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Be kind to your mind — Learn how to lower stress

Stress can come from major life events, such as switching careers, or minor incidents like getting stuck in traffic. Stress affects us all in different ways.
Stress is known to cause stomach aches, insomnia and depression, and contributes to unhealthy behaviors such as smoking, over-consumption of alcohol, and poor eating habits. It also carries risks of long-term health consequences like heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, or even immune and circulatory complications. For women, chronic stress can also lead to irregular menstrual cycles, decreased fertility, and an increased risk of certain autoimmune diseases.
Identify the problem. What is causing your stress? Once you know your stress triggers, you can work on a solution.
Connect with others. Having another person for support is always better than facing problems on your own.
Exercise. Physical activity is a great way to reduce tension
Pause. Breathe. Reflect. Tension meditation and progressive relaxation are techniques that encourage deep breathing and stretching your whole body can help silence the mind and take the pressure off.
Disconnect. Even though we live in a highly wired world, you don’t have to always “be on”. Unplug and unwind at least an hour a day.
Take a mental holiday. By reading, taking up a hobby or becoming involved in sports. It will also give you distance from your problems and a different perspective, helping them feel easier to solve.
Go easy. Stress can contribute to negative thinking. Stay positive, be flexible, be kind to yourself and be realistic. There are some things you cannot change. Look for practical solutions.
Practice self-care. Make time for activities that bring you joy and relaxation.
Make decisions. Worrying about making a decision only causes more stress.
Don’t delay. Develop a weekly schedule that includes a combination of to-do items and leisure activities.
Delegate. Let others take on some of your tasks. You do not have to do everything on your own.
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Nutrition Month 2026

March is Nutrition Month: Focus on Protein Foods
Protein foods are part of a healthy eating pattern. Eat foods with protein to help you meet your protein needs and to maintain your muscles. Include foods with protein at each meal and snack.
– Eggs, fish, shellfish, poultry, meat and wild meat.
– Lentils, beans and peas
– Milk and dairy foods
– Nuts and seeds
– Soy foods
– Nutrition supplements and other foods
Call Health Link at 811 and ask to talk to a dietitian or complete a self referral form at: https://redcap.albertahealthservices.ca/surveys/…
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Healthy Parents Healthy Children

Healthy Parents Healthy Children…because they don’t come with a manual.
Alberta’s trusted source of information for pregnancy, birth, parenting and caring for children up to 6 years of age. Find videos, printable resources and interactive tools.
Book mark https://www.healthyparentshealthychildren.ca/ for easy access when and where you need it.
Primary Care Alberta
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Adults Fossil vs. Rock Experience

Drumheller Public Library – Large Program Room
Join Royal Tyrrell Museum staff for an interactive palaeontology experience designed for adults. Learn to distinguish fossil from rock in this hands-on activity where you sort through real fossil material, discover the significance of fossils in reconstructing ancient ecosystems, and share your finds with fellow participants.
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What is Syphilis?

› Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is caused by a bacteria.
If you are pregnant
› You should be tested for syphilis as early as possible.
› If you have the infection, you can pass it on to your baby before it is born or when giving birth. Untreated syphilis can cause birth defects and stillbirth.
› Treatment for syphilis is safe during pregnancy.
Getting treated
› Syphilis can be cured with antibiotics.
How is Syphilis spread?
› Syphilis is spread when someone with the infection has condomless vaginal, anal and/or oral sex with someone else.
Signs and symptoms
› Sometimes painless, open sores can appear
on or inside the penis, vagina, rectum or mouth.
› Swollen glands in the groin, behind the ears, under the jaw and in the armpits.
› A body rash and/or feeling like you have the flu.
Many people won’t have symptoms at the beginning of an infection, so it’s important to get tested often if you are sexually active.
Talk to your partner(s)
› If you have syphilis, you should tell your sexual partner(s) so that they can be tested and treated.
› If you are uncomfortable telling your partner(s), ask your doctor, nurse or local public health unit for help.
› Talk to your partner(s) about STI and the use of protection, so you can make an informed decision about your sexual health.
For more information, visit:
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Cervical Screening Test

Alberta is transitioning to a new cervical cancer screening test. Women and people with a cervix aged 50 to 69 years will be screened by their healthcare provider with the cervical screening test instead of the Pap test. The cervical screening test looks for high-risk types of human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that spreads through sexual contact.
Who is eligible?
Women and people with a cervix
Aged 50 to 69
Due for cervical cancer screening
Have a valid Alberta Health Care number
Have had sexual contact with another person of any gender, at any time
You should still get screened for cervical cancer even if:
You have had the HPV vaccine.
You feel healthy
You have been through menopause
You have no family history of cervical cancer
You have had sexual contact with only 1 person
You have had the same sexual partner for a long time
You have not had sexual contact in a long time or are no longer sexually active
You are in a same-sex relationship.
Most people will have an HPV infection at some point in their life and never know it. There are usually no symptoms. Most HPV infections don’t cause any problems and are cleared by your body within 2 years. But sometimes, certain HPV types don’t clear on their own and can cause cells on your cervix to become abnormal. These abnormal cells may become cancer cells over time.
Your healthcare provider will collect a sample from you in the same way they did for a Pap test.
Benefits and risks of cervical screening tests
As with any other test, there are both benefits and risks; you might think of these as pros and cons. It’s important to be aware of them before having any test so that you can make an informed decision. While no screening test is 100% accurate, scientific evidence shows that getting screened regularly lowers the risk of dying from cervical cancer.
Primary Care Alberta Screening Programs
1-866-727-3926
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Visit screeningforlife.ca/cervical for more information.
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Eating Disorders Awareness Week – February 1 to 7, 2026

This year’s theme is “Health doesn’t have a look”, dedicated to raising awareness and fostering understanding about eating disorders while challenging the stigma and barriers that prevent access to care.
Eating disorders affect people of all genders, sexual orientations, ages, socioeconomic classes, abilities, races, and ethnic backgrounds. That is why eating disorder groups across Canada unite to mark EDAW with a national week of action aimed at educating the public, highlighting available supports, and advocating for meaningful change.
How you can help
There probably is nothing worse than watching your loved one suffer with an eating disorder and feeling completely powerless. It’s common to feel overwhelmed, angry, scared, helpless, confused, blamed, marginalized, defensive, frustrated, panicked.. and a million other emotions when an eating disorder shows up in your family.
So what do I do?
You may want start by learning more about eating disorders, or encourage your loved one to attend a support group or attend one yourself. You may want to learn more about public healthcare through Alberta Health Services or perhaps you want to connect directly with our EDSNA staff to ask a specific question. Or maybe you want to support EDSNA’s efforts to raise awareness, dispel stigma by booking a presentation, ensure more resources are available by donating or give your time through volunteering.
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