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Edmonton ICU doctor warns COVID-19 second wave is turning into a ‘tsunami’University of Alberta Hospital critical care physician Dr. Peter Brindley said the term "second wave" doesn't do justice to what's unfolding on the frontlines of the health-care system.HealthNov 13, 2020
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Research shows COVID-19 pandemic bringing some families closerWith families spending more time together than ever, you may think it could cause problems. But an ongoing University of Calgary study has found the pandemic is having a mostly positive impact on the family unit.FeaturesOct 15, 2020
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Want to get your children moving more? Take the first stepIt's no surprise, the more active you are, the more active your kids will be. ParticipACTION is reminding parents about their influence on children by asking them to take the #ActiveFamilyPledge.LifestyleJul 23, 2020
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COVID-19 patient isolation could lead to mental health struggles: Alberta ICU doctorDr. Peter Brindley at the University of Alberta Hospital is pulling back the curtain on what isolation is really like for patients being treated for COVID-19.May 18, 2020
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Carbon monoxide scare prompts north Edmonton school evacuationBishop Greschuk Catholic Elementary School in north Edmonton ended class early on Friday after high levels of carbon monoxide were detected in the elementary school.EducationJan 17, 2020
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How to feed your plant-based kidsRegistered dietitian Desiree Nielsen offers advice for families following or considering starting a plant-based diet.CanadaJan 16, 2020
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Why forcing kids to say sorry doesn’t really workSometimes the best way to say sorry is not saying sorry at all. A clinical counsellor and educator is urging parents to let their children be prompted by their own caring.LifestyleDec 12, 2019
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Veterans village of tiny homes pitched for north EdmontonEdmonton's Homes for Heroes Foundation hopes to build of over a dozen 300-square-foot homes that will soon be part of Canada’s second veterans village.CanadaNov 11, 2019
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Edmonton Oilers fan wearing his heart on his excavatorsAn Edmonton-area construction company is tacking some big road projects with an assist from some Oilers hall-of-famers.FeaturesJul 29, 2019
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Why most ‘dad shaming’ comes from momMoms are dad's toughest critic, at least that what fathers are admitting in a new poll.LifestyleJul 9, 2019
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Playgrounds need more sand and less rubber, argues UBC researcherPlaygrounds today look much different than decades ago. Many now have rubber surfaces instead of sand. But some experts argue they're not any safer and playgrounds today are too boring.FeaturesMay 30, 2019
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Family Matters podcast: Why all same-sex twins should get genetic testingAre you a twin? And if so, do you know with confidence whether you are an identical or fraternal twin?HealthMay 20, 2019
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Family Matters podcast: Putting the father-daughter relationship firstSome Alberta dads found the perfect way to say “I love you” to their tween and teen daughters. It involved cartwheels, dismounts and plenty of choreography.CanadaApr 30, 2019
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Family Matters podcast: Understanding your highly sensitive childMy seven-year old son despises sweatpants. He only wants to wear shorts or blue jeans.Apr 8, 2019
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Family Matters podcast: The cost of travelling as a family of 5Travel expert Claire Newell estimates that families with three or more kids pay about 25 per cent more than families with two kids.LifestyleApr 1, 2019
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Why ‘no-cut sports programs’ can benefit students and schoolsTo cut or not to cut? A junior high school in Edmonton has eliminated tryouts for its junior sports teams. Everyone who wants to play is given the opportunity.EducationMar 14, 2019
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Modern families: Living apart but togetherCould you be together romantically but live apart? Edmonton mom Olivia Weaver Pilip has been in a long-term, long-distance relationship for more than two years.CanadaMar 7, 2019
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How to help your kids cope with Valentine’s Day anxiety"For some kids, it might be a good learning experience. For other kids, who are really just generally anxious, it might be pretty painful." Dr. Eleanor Mackey offers some tips for parents.EducationFeb 14, 2019
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Woman’s body found in burning vehicle ‘non-criminal’: Edmonton policeEdmonton police and firefighters were called to 164 Street, north of 137 Avenue on Sunday, where a woman was found dead inside a burning Ford Escape.CanadaJan 21, 2019
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Edmonton and the Grey Cup: A brief history of hostingIf Edmonton can't play in the championship final, hosting the Grey Cup may be the next best thing. The game will be the fifth Grey Cup to be played at Commonwealth Stadium. We take walk down memory lane.FeaturesNov 22, 2018
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Edmonton Oilers makeup artist reveals how team was transformed for Halloween partyConnor McDavid as Homer Simpson, Cam Talbot as the skeleton of Beetlejuice and Milan Lucic as Game of Thrones' Night King. Edmonton makeup artist Karissa Makowecki takes us behind the scenes of her latest work.SportsOct 22, 2018
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The hottest seats in Commonwealth aren’t always a good thingGlobal News Edmonton chief meteorologist Jesse Beyer tests how the temperature changes at Commonwealth Stadium depending on where you sit.SportsJun 22, 2018
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Alberta’s Webb quadruplets avoiding the terrible twosBethani and Tim Webb have their hands full, times four. Their identical quadruplets are now two years old and getting into more trouble than ever. The family gives an update on Abigail, Grace, McKayla and Emily.FeaturesMay 31, 2018
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Edmonton’s new electronic ‘driver feedback’ signs help pick locations for traffic enforcementThe City of Edmonton receives a weekly report of data collected by driver feedback signs around the city.TrafficJan 30, 2018
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Edmonton business owner ‘jumped at the chance’ to own part of NHL teamBooster Juice founder Dale Wishewan has a vested interest in the success of the Vegas Golden Knights. He's part owner of the team.CanadaJan 11, 2018
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