Phone:

(403) 823-3345

Address:

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

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#CelebrateResponsibly

Attending a summer festival or stampede is a great way to get outside, escape day-to-day responsibilities and create lasting memories! ✨
If you’re of legal age, you might choose to savour the day with a few alcoholic beverages — just remember to stay safe, smart and responsible with these tips:
👉 Keep track of how many drinks you have — try to limit yourself to two or fewer.
👉 For every alcoholic drink, have one non-alcoholic drink — preferably water.
👉 Choose alcohol-free or low-alcohol beverages — there are lots of delicious options out there!
👉 Eat before and while you’re drinking.
👉 Plan a safe and sober way home.
Remember drinking alcohol can affect your coordination, reaction time, judgment and ability to make safe and healthy decisions for you and others. For more advice and information, visit the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse and Addiction’s website: https://ccsa.ca/alcohol
If you have concerns about your drinking habits or need help cutting back, talk to your family doctor or visit https://www.canada.ca/…/get-help-with-substance-use.html for resources available.
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Learn how to Fuel your Body

With so much information out there about food and nutrition, it can be confusing to know if you’re on the right track.
Start your nutrition journey off right — talk with your family doctor about getting referred to a registered dietitian.
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2023 High School Scholarship Recipients

The Drumheller Associated Physicians would like to congratulate all of the 2023 High School Graduates for both the DVSS and St. Anthony’s.
The clinic sponsors two scholarships at each school: Biology 30 scholarship and the Marie ‘Amy’ Kuschke Memorial Art 30 scholarship.
The 2023 graduating Biology 30 scholarship recipients are:
Riley Babuik – DVSS – Presented by Drs. Amanda and Brock Randolph
Reena Obmina – St. Anthony’s – Presented by Dr. Rehan
The 2023 graduating Marie ‘Amy’ Kuschke Memorial Art 30 scholarship recipients are:
Minhye Lee – DVSS – Presented by Drs. Amanda and Brock Randolph
Kim Polzin – St. Anthony’s – Presented by St. Anthony’s teacher Vicki Black
We wish all graduates the best in their future endeavors.
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#Retirement

The Drumheller Associated Physicians and staff would like to wish Myrna️❤️ the very best in her retirement.

Myrna started working at the clinic in February 2016 and has facilitated many clinic programs and has been an amazing advocate for patient care.

Myrna has been an amazing asset to the clinic and will be immensely missed by physicians, staff and patients.

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#MentalHealthSupport

Mental health challenges can make us feel like there is nowhere to turn.
If you have mental health concerns, you can start by sharing your emotions and worries with trusted family members, friends and colleagues – it’s important that we break down barriers and stigmas associated with mental health.
When you are ready to start exploring professional support, a great place to begin is with your family doctor. Mental health programs and workshops offered by Primary Care Networks can also offer help and support.
Learn more about PCN programs and services near you: https://albertafindadoctor.ca/workshops/home
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#Expecting

When you’re expecting, it’s important to ensure you and baby are getting the right nutrients.
🤰🏼Here are a few nutrition tips to follow:
🍽 Balance healthy meals throughout the day: Three well-spaced meals each day are the gateway to healthy eating. They help stop you over-eating at your next meal, because you never let yourself get too hungry. If you suffer with nausea in pregnancy, you can also try eating six smaller meals spaced throughout the day.
🥗 Get more folic acid: to prevent brain and spinal cord birth problems. It is recommended to take a pregnancy-specific multivitamin containing 1 mg of folate before getting pregnant and throughout pregnancy. Other sources include fortified cereals, dark green and leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, beans, peas and lentils.
🥩 Up your iron intake: to prevent iron deficiency anemia. Boost your dietary intake with lean red meat, poultry, fish, fortified cereals and beans. Talk to your doctor to see if you would benefit from an iron supplement.
🥛 Eat more calcium-rich foods: to strengthen bones. Sources include dairy products, broccoli, kale, and fortified fruit juices and breakfast cereals.
👩🏾‍⚕️ Have questions about dietary requirements during pregnancy? Make an appointment with your family doctor or PCN registered dietitian.
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