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Wildfire smoke takes a toll on kids health

August 20, 2019

Wildfire smoke takes a toll on children's health

Patients order from menu at Covenant Cuisine program at Edmonton's Misericordia hospital

August 7, 2019

Patients are happy to order from a menu, review shows

Patient satisfaction is up and food waste is down at the Misericordia hospital thanks to Covenant Cuisine

Judy Stauffer and her husband, John Hull, enjoy a scenic hike at Lake O'Hara

July 30, 2019

Personalized coaching helps patients

Program encourages knee replacement patients to increase activity levels

Be safe while boating.

June 27, 2019

Tips for a safe and fun summer

Resident and child planting together.

June 20, 2019

Gardening together

St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Hospital residents and Edmonton school kids plant vegetables

Chair yoga at Grey Nuns Hospital

June 17, 2019

Chair yoga has many benefits

Edmonton Public Library assistant reads to patients at the Misericordia Hospital to raise their spirits

June 13, 2019

Patients benefit from library staff visits

Male seniors at increased risk of suicide

June 10, 2019

Male seniors at increased risk of suicide

A Sister setting up equipment in the operating room of St. Michael's General Hospital, circa 1960 (Photo courtesy of Galt Museum & Archives)

Sisters of St. Martha working in the operating room 1960 — A Sister setting up equipment in the operating room of St. Michael's General Hospital, circa 1960 (Photo courtesy of Galt Museum & Archives)

June 6, 2019

Honouring 90 years of service

Sisters of St. Martha created a healthcare and education legacy

Photo credit: Alberta Paramedic Association

Banff national park — Photo credit: Alberta Paramedic Association

May 27, 2019

Five safety tips for a happy visit to Banff