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How farmers can strengthen their business amidst economic uncertainty
(NC) From labour shortages and fluctuating commodities prices to evolving environmental risks, Canadian farmers continue to operate amid...
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The Standard
- 3 days ago
- 2 min
Falls Prevention Tips for Seniors
SUSAN FISHER & TAMMY ADAMS, Special to The Standard Falls are a major issue for seniors, as they are the leading cause of physical...
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Dan Cearns
- 3 days ago
- 2 min
Ontario aims at attracting healthcare workers from across Canada
DAN CEARNS, The Standard NORTH DURHAM/KAWARTHA LAKES: The Ontario government is looking to increase the province's complement of...
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Colleen Green
- Jan 20
- 3 min
Economic uncertainty is a consideration for Kawartha Lakes, Durham organizations
DAN CEARNS, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES/DURHAM: The potential for an economic recession this year has been discussed and considered by...
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The Standard
- Jan 19
- 2 min
How to Protect Yourself Against Scams
SUSAN FISHER & TAMMY ADAMS Seniors are very often targets of phone and internet scams. Scammers know young people likely have student...
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Colleen Green
- Jan 12
- 2 min
Ontario pharmacists can now prescribe for 13 different ailments
DAN CEARNS, The Standard NORTH DURHAM/KAWARTHA: As of January 1st, the Ontario government has given pharmacists some new authority. In a...
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The Standard
- Jan 6
- 2 min
The many health benefits of dairy
Many people recall the slogan "Milk, it does a body good." But as different health fads have emerged since that slogan was first uttered,...
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Lauren Walker
- Dec 15, 2022
- 2 min
No Age Limit to Health
Have you ever been told you’re too old to exercise? There are many misconceptions when it comes to older adults and exercise. There is no...
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Dan Cearns
- Dec 15, 2022
- 1 min
Ontario government allowing pharmacists to prescribe Paxlovid
DAN CEARNS, The Standard DURHAM/KAWARTHA LAKES: The Ontario government is expanding access to Paxlovid, an antiviral treatment option for...
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Dan Cearns
- Dec 8, 2022
- 2 min
HKPR issues an alert following an increase in local overdoses
DAN CEARNS, The Standard KAWARTHA LAKES: The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR) is sounding the alarm, after...
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The Standard
- Nov 24, 2022
- 2 min
Things everyone can do to support rural economies
Efforts to revive small business sectors have helped countless communities regain their prosperity and sense of community pride. Those...
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The Standard
- Nov 24, 2022
- 2 min
The benefits of organic agriculture
Modern consumers have more choices than ever before. Whether they're buying appliances, books, clothing, or any of the myriad necessities...
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Colleen Green
- Nov 18, 2022
- 2 min
Ontario officials "strongly" recommend masking
DAN CEARNS, The Standard NORTH DURHAM/KAWARTHA: With Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and COVID-19 driving a large number of...
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Colleen Green
- Nov 18, 2022
- 2 min
Bringing the best technology and resources to the Ross
KIM COULTER, RMH One of the biggest changes in the delivery of patient care is underway at Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) right now. It’s a...
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Colleen Green
- Nov 18, 2022
- 3 min
What better way to spend time with your loved ones than creating memories
by Tina Y. Gerber-McCurley There is no better way to spend time with your loved one than with some autumn activities. The following ideas...
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Colleen Green
- Nov 18, 2022
- 2 min
Some Communication Tips for Dementia
TAMMY ADAMS & SUSAN FISHER Do you know someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia? Perhaps you’re a caregiver yourself...
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Ron Davidson
- Sep 30, 2022
- 2 min
Making a dining room more elegant for entertaining
The kitchen may be the heart of a home, but when it comes to entertaining, a dining room – if one is present in a house – tends to be the...
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Ron Davidson
- Sep 30, 2022
- 2 min
How to approach a basement remodel
A fully finished and functional basement is a dream for many homeowners. Such a space, when completed, can serve as an entertainment...
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Ron Davidson
- Sep 30, 2022
- 2 min
Affordable ways to make homes more appealing to modern buyers
Home trends come and go. Today’s must-have items tend to become tomorrow’s outdated features in the blink of an eye. Homeowners who plan...
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Ron Davidson
- Sep 30, 2022
- 2 min
Pine Ridge Garden Club News
HELEN NICOLAOU, Special to The Standard Autumn is beautiful, and there are many shrubs and perennials which will continue to bloom until...
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