Health & Wellness
Saturday April 2nd, 2016 is World Autism Day. On December 18, 2007 the UN General Assembly designated April 2nd as World Autism Day. What is World Autism Awareness Day? It is a day that aims to increase people’s awareness about persons living with autism spectrum disorder, especially children living with autism. It is a day…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters / Boys & Girls Club Miramichi are proud to be the Lead Sponsor of School Breakfast Programs in 20 local schools! Their Vision is to ensure all children and youth attend school well nourished, improving their ability to learn, giving them the best chance of success in life.
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Take part in an unforgettable culinary experience where you’ll rely on all of your senses – except sight. Dining in the Dark is a unique dining experience of exceptional food, inspiration and blindfolds. This year Dining in the Dark will happen on Saturday, February 27th, 2016 from 6 to 9 pm at the Newcastle Lions…
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Hello, I’m Vanessa, the Yoga instructor at River City Fitness! So what is yoga to me? It’s hard to describe what yoga truly means to me as it’s changed me in so many ways; connecting my body, mind and my breath. My yoga journey started 10 years ago as a university volleyball athlete and a…
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Flossing is an integral part of your oral health regimen; however, many people don’t spend enough time flossing their teeth, or they don’t floss at all. By flossing just once a day, you can decrease your risk of gum disease and increase your chances of maintaining good oral health throughout your lifetime.
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The public is invited to participate in a Consultation Survey for the development of the 2016 Atlantic salmon Recreational Fishing plan in the Southern Gulf of St. Lawrence (Maritime Provinces). The objective of the survey is consult the Canadian public on the measures to use in the management of the 2016 Atlantic salmon recreational fishery, following a decision made by Fisheries and Oceans Canada to suspend the use of tags in the recreational fishery in 2015, making it mandatory to release all salmon back into the waters for conservation reasons.
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As The War Amps 2016 Key Tags are mailed to New Brunswick residents this week, the service marks 70 years of returning lost keys to their owners. Donations to the Key Tag Service assist members of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, including Drayden Sweeney, 9, of Miramichi. Drayden is a left leg amputee…
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A Community Food Mentors Training and Certification workshop will be offered on February 9th, 16th, 23rd, March 1st and 16th in the basement of The Point Church, 582 King George Highway in Newcastle.
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Tooth erosion, or tooth wear, is the loss of the surrounding tooth structure. This loss occurs when the hard part of your teeth—which is called the enamel—is worn away by acid. Over time, this erosion can leave your teeth sensitive, cracked, and discoloured.
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The Annual Miramichi Regional Hospital Foundation Gala was held last night, Saturday January 16th, at the Rodd Miramichi. The theme of this year’s sold out event was “Come to the Cabaret” and featured lots of feathers, masks, cabaret live statues and dancing provided by the James M Hill High School Drama Club. The glitzy and glamorous event also included both…
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The provincial government has launched a new Air Quality Data Portal, providing the public with immediate access to air quality monitoring data.
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Falls Prevention – why? Did you know that almost 62% of injury-related hospitalizations for seniors are the result of falls? According to Canadian Public Health Statistics, falls cause more than 90% of all hip fractures in seniors and 20% of injured die within a year of the fracture. After a fall, families are often unable…
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Hospice Miramichi has changed the venue for their Chase the Ace fundraiser. As of last Sunday January 3rd, Chase the Ace moved to centre court Northumberland Square Mall at 2441 King George Hwy in Douglastown. The fundraising event will occur every Sunday from now on. Tickets go on sale from 1-2:45 pm, with the draw taking place at 3 pm sharp.…
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