National non-smoking week
Over 30 years a campaign started to try to reduce the use of tobacco and provide awareness about all the dangers that smoking can cause. Today National Non smoking week[…]
One student’s journey dealing with stress
By Mike Morris I walked into the office of Loyalist College’s mental wellness nurse this morning. It was small, but it was big enough for both its owner and myself.[…]
One student's journey dealing with stress
By Mike Morris I walked into the office of Loyalist College’s mental wellness nurse this morning. It was small, but it was big enough for both its owner and myself.[…]
Seniors train their brains
By John Boldrick Bob Marcotte sits in his big comfy chair by the fire in the Quinte Living Center, talking to himself. Usually in a retirement home, this type of[…]
Hot meals bring people Inn From the Cold
By Keenan Weaver Volunteers are busy slicing, dicing and freezing for this year’s Inn from the Cold program at Bridge Street United Church in Belleville. Members involved are currently working[…]
Brain training good for seniors
Courtesy of the Hastings Health Source A recent study out of the United States shows the effect of mental activities on seniors’ brains, specifically the part that transmits information. John[…]
Postpartum depression not takens serious, says local woman
By Linda Horn Staci Foote is a 24-year-old stay at home mom from Trenton. She was first diagnosed with postpartum depression after her daughter was born and she has suffered[…]
Market for gluten-free products expanding
By Amanda Monahan How does black bean brownies sound? It may not sound appetizing but actually black bean brownies are just as moist and delicious as regular brownies. They are[…]
Outbreaks regular part of flu season
By Sarah Schofield The Hastings and Prince Edward County Health Unit reports that there have been more instances this year of enteric outbreaks which leads to diarrhea and vomiting. Stephanie[…]
Study outlines the dangers of pre-drinking
By: John Boldrick Denver Gooderham slowly rises from his bed. He lets out a big yawn, evidence that last night had ended only a few short hours ago. For some,[…]
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