Stories on physical health, fitness, and wellness
News
Many Albertans resist COVID-19 vaccine
Vaccination hesitancy remains high in province despite lotter [ READ MORE ]
Physical Health and Wellness
City
Overlooked: COVID-19’s high toll on “invisible” essential workers
Working under the stresses of COVID-19 affected the mental health of frontline and essential workers. While the focus has been on doctors and nurses, other staff also plays a vital role in fighting the virus. Security guards, cleaning staff, and delivery drivers worked throughout the pandemic, with the impact of their exposure to the virus receiving little attention and recognition. [ READ MORE ]
Life
Discord Group helps women combat pandemic isolation
An all-women Discord Group called Calgary friends was created by 23-year-old graphic designer and illustrator Tiana Lawlis on March 11, 2021 in a Reddit Group called Calgary Onwards. Lawlis’s goal was to address the loneliness [ READ MORE ]
Physical Health and Wellness
Sedentary lifestyles contribute to health issues amid pandemic
The situation of the ongoing COVID-19 virus has, in some cases, made people lazier than ever before. With many restrictions in place, some of this is likely not by choice. The pandemic has contributed to an overall decline in physical and mental health overall. [ READ MORE ]
Life
Healthcare professionals and hospital staff stress over COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for every member of society, and perhaps no more than for those working in hospitals, clinics and dispensaries – nurses, security guards, cleaning staff, and doctors to name a few. [ READ MORE ]
Food and Nutrition
Support available for seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic
Many seniors in Calgary suffer from health problems, food insecurity, and loneliness, but resources are available to help them during COVID-19. [ READ MORE ]
Pandemic
Reopening of gyms encourages Albertans to get back to their fitness regime
Reopening of gyms encourages Albertans to get back to their fitness regime
Alberta has reduced Covid-19 restrictions for indoor fitness facilities and recreational centers, as the province has moved into Phase 2 of its opening plan. [ READ MORE ]
Featured
Food banks in Calgary respond quickly to pandemic challenges
Food banks in Calgary are helping people in need address food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic. [ READ MORE ]
News
COVID-19 case confirmed in SAIT residence
As of Nov. 7th, there was a confirmed positive case of COVID-19 in SAIT Residence. [ READ MORE ]
Physical Health and Wellness
Donations to Steinbach’s Helping Hands up from past years
Helping Hands food bank of Steinbach, with the support of the community, can keep providing food to those in need. [ READ MORE ]