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Calgary Herald
4 hours ago
- Health
- Calgary Herald
Saskatoon Farm customers experience "flu-like symptoms" following water quality issues last week
Water quality issues at Saskatoon Farm left several customers who dined at the farm's restaurant on July 15 and 16 with flu-like symptoms, the farm said in a statement on Facebook, calling the situation 'unprecedented.' Article content 'We would like to extend our sincere apologies to anyone who has experienced — or is currently experiencing — flu-like symptoms after dining with us,' the statement said. Article content Article content Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saskatoon Farm (@saskatoonfarm) Article content The problem was brought to the farm's attention on July 17, and has since been resolved. The farm immediately switched to an alternate water source approved by Alberta Health Services (AHS), and only bottled and canned beverages and store-bought ice has been served at the farm since the incident. Article content Article content 'We take this matter very seriously and are working closely with AHS as part of their investigation,' the statement said. 'At their direction, we are following all necessary protocols and will continue to cooperate fully.'
CTV News
7 hours ago
- Health
- CTV News
Saskatoon Farm restaurant voluntarily closed amid AHS investigation
The Saskatoon Farm, a farmers' market in Foothills County, Alta., has closed its restaurant voluntarily following an AHS inspection at the business. Staff say the move was made to "regroup" after an issue was discovered with its water supply. (Supplied/Facebook) Alberta Health Services says it is looking into what caused several people to fall ill with a gastrointestinal illness at a farmers' market in Foothills County last week. AHS says a public health inspector conducted an inspection at the Saskatoon Farm, near Okotoks, east of Highway 2, on July 19 after several people fell ill on July 15 and 16. In a statement, AHS said samples of water were taken and additional testing will be done, including an 'on-site environmental inspection.' That includes contacting affected individuals to determine what they ate and when they first became sick. The facility's drinking water system will also be analyzed, AHS said. Restaurant closed On Facebook, staff at the Saskatoon Farm said several people developed 'flu-like symptoms' after eating at the establishment. The business said its restaurant would be closed on Wednesday. 'While this closure is not required by Alberta Health Services (AHS), we have chosen to take the day to coordinate and regroup as a team to ensure we continue to offer a safe dining experience,' staff said in the post. In earlier posts, the farm said 'a potential issue' was found in the water system on July 17 and steps were immediately taken to switch to another water supply. 'That has since been deemed 'satisfactory' by Alberta Health Services (AHS),' the farm wrote in the post. 'As an added precaution, from Thursday, July 17 onward, we have only been serving canned and bottled beverages (including water) and using bagged ice from a local retailer.' The farm said the issue 'has been fully addressed and resolved.' Staff said anyone who dined at the Saskatoon Farm on July 15 and 16 and have experienced symptoms of a gastrointestinal illness is asked to email them at hello@ The Saskatoon Farm says it is taking the matter very seriously and is working closely with AHS during their inspection.
CTV News
2 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
Water advisory lifted for Trestle Creek Golf Resort Beach
Alberta Health Services (AHS) has lifted the water quality advisory that was issued on June 19 for Trestle Creek Golf Resort Beach on Trestle Creek. The golf resort is located about 90 kilometres west of Edmonton. AHS said the water quality has returned to an acceptable level, and the health risk is low for usage of the beach for recreational purposes.
Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
Healthcare, Highway 28, and local challenges discussed at MLA townhall in Cold Lake
upgrades to the state of rural health care. 'This kind of meeting is my way of being able to connect with people,' Cyr told attendees at the start, setting the tone for a two-hour conversation. Among the key highlights was the announcement of a new Urgent Care Centre coming to Cold Lake, something Cyr called 'a huge win' that will help 'to take pressure off our emergency room' by shifting non-emergency cases elsewhere. He explained that local physicians played a vital role in identifying systemic barriers like childcare and housing, which are impacting rural doctor retention. He also pointed to the upcoming opening of the Stepping Stone Women's Shelter, saying, 'We've got some traumas in the region, and I really want to make sure women have a place to go.' Councillors and residents raised concerns over Highway 28, and Cyr acknowledged the pressure, saying, 'Bonnyville's Main Street is being done . . . We're looking at actual construction by the fall.' He added that passing lanes between Bonnyville and Smoky Lake are also moving forward. The meeting turned toward health care, where several attendees expressed frustration with long wait times, lack of walk-in options, and the centralized control of Alberta Health Services (AHS). Cyr said the province is now working to return more decision-making power to local hospitals, stating, 'When we lost the ability to make decisions here locally, that is a real impact.' Other topics A major point of discussion was Bill 22, a policy affecting Crown grazing leases. Cyr admitted it wasn't handled properly. 'We don't always get it right, and we need to do a better job of consulting.' He said the bill has since been paused after significant pushback from ranchers. Accessibility issues were also top of mind for local residents. A resident asked for better access to dental care for adults with disabilities. Cyr acknowledged the concerns, saying, 'The billings aren't high enough for those AISH recipients . . . which is very problematic.' Former pharmacist and current City councillor Bob Mattice raised concerns about COVID-19 vaccines no longer being available at local pharmacies, which Cyr said he would take back to the legislature. 'Anything that takes pressure off of our front lines is a win for Albertans.' Questions were also asked about the province's decentralization plan, which could move government services out of Edmonton. Cyr tempered expectations, saying, 'I'm not sure we're ever going to get a full ministry here . . . But there are a lot of services that can be offered outside of Edmonton.' Safety, housing and utilities Community safety was a key topic, with one resident expressing frustration. 'I live 10 minutes out of town. Constant break-ins, people driving up our driveway. The RCMP is not working fine,' stated the resident. In response, Cyr shifted blame from the police to the justice system, saying, 'Our RCMP are arresting people. Our courts are letting them go. It's likely six people doing 80 per cent of the crime. If we put those six people behind bars, we solve most of our problems.' Housing affordability for seniors also sparked strong concerns. One resident pointed out the rising rent at Points West Living, saying, 'That letter from AHS saying rent could go to $2,900 contradicts legislation. The consumer Price Index (CPI) this year is only 2.8 per cent. One senior is paying $2,660, she only receives $2,600 a month. How do seniors manage?' Cyr responded, stating, 'Send something to my office, and I'll have our administrator look into it.' He emphasized that local input is essential to improving health care and housing decisions. Utility costs raised concerns about rural fairness. City of Cold Lake councillour Vicky Lefebvre asked, 'We pay way more out here. What can the government do to make this fair?' Cyr acknowledged the issue, saying, 'We're getting twice the utility bills of Edmonton. Transmission fees are pooled, but distribution fees are regional. I want to see distribution fees pooled province-wide.' Concerns about a rising homeless population were also raised by several residents. Cyr noted that Cold Lake and St. Paul are 'hot spots,' regarding homelessness. He highlighted mobile navigation centers and recovery models from Edmonton and Calgary as potential solutions. Cyr also mentioned a new facility coming to the region. 'Métis Crossing (Healing Waters Recovery Community near Métis Crossing) is the closest recovery center coming up. What we need to do is put people through recovery, not ignore them.' The town hall ended with Cyr urging residents to stay engaged, send concerns to his office, and participate in Alberta's evolving future. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. 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New York Post
3 days ago
- Health
- New York Post
Weed can help your migraines, says new study — if you use it the right way
High hopes for headache relief. A landmark new study suggests that inhaling a precise blend of CBD and THC can provide fast, meaningful relief from migraines. The research — presented at the American Headache Society (AHS) Annual Meeting 2025 — is the first of its kind. 4 The research — presented at the American Headache Society (AHS) Annual Meeting 2025 — is the first of its kind. Kateryna – 'This is the first placebo-controlled study in this space,' Dr. Nathaniel M. Schuster, a pain and headache neurologist and associate professor of anesthesiology at the UC San Diego (UCSD) Health Center for Pain Medicine, told Medscape Medical News. 'It's the first real — to me — compelling evidence for the antimigraine effects of cannabis in humans.' Scientists provided 92 patients — mostly women, with an average age of 41 — a treatment of 6% THC, 11% CBD, a combination of 6% THC and 11% CBD or a placebo. Roughly 67.2% in the THC/CBD group reported pain relief at 2 hours, compared to 46.6% in the placebo group. And approximately 34.5% of patients in the THC/CBD group achieved 'pain freedom' within that timeframe, compared to 15.5% in the placebo group. Patients also reported sustained pain relief up to 24 hours and most bothersome symptom freedom lasted through 48 hours. 4 'It's the first real — to me — compelling evidence for the antimigraine effects of cannabis in humans,' Schuster said. ststoev – Best of all: there were no serious side effects, although people in the THC-only group definitely got a little more high. 'It's known that CBD is a noncompetitive, negative allosteric modulator of the CB-1 [cannabinoid receptor 1] receptor that decreases the psychoactive side effects of the THC,' Schuster said. It's a big win for weed but, before you get rolling, Schuster noted that the patients received very controlled doses. 'A lot of neurologists, myself included, suspect that there could be medication overuse headache with [using] cannabinoids frequently,' he said. 'When I counsel patients now, I say, 'Look, we were only studying infrequent — four times over the course of a year — administration.'' 4 'A lot of neurologists, myself included, suspect that there could be medication overuse headache with [using] cannabinoids frequently,' he said. Africa Studio – He encouraged patients to limit the treatment to under 10 times per month and to 'optimally be using it really for those migraines that would not respond to standard-of-care therapy.' Weed has skyrocketed in popularity since 38 states and DC have legalized it for medical use. Of those, 24 states and DC have also cleared the way for adults 21 and over to use it recreationally. Research suggests that marijuana has the potential to ease chronic pain and reduce muscle spasms and stiffness linked to MS. Cannabis products have also been shown to boost appetite in HIV/AIDS and cancer patients, and combat chemo-related nausea. 4 Weed has skyrocketed in popularity since 38 states and DC have legalized it for medical use. Of those, 24 states and DC have also cleared the way for adults 21 and over to use it recreationally. amenic181 – Other potential benefits include easing stress, alleviating PTSD symptoms and aiding sleep in some people. However, mounting evidence does suggest it can pose risks to your heart, with one recent study showing marijuana has as much of a negative impact on cardiovascular health as tobacco — even if you don't smoke. Another recent study suggests that cannabis use raises the risk of heart attack and stroke more than cocaine, while other research claims it's sending older people to the hospital. Shockingly, scientists have also found that people with cannabis use disorder — that is, using weed enough that it causes problems and impairs your life — have altered dopamine activity in the brain that closely resembles patterns observed in psychosis. 'The biggest problem is that ever since it was made a Schedule 1 narcotic [in 1970], it has made it very difficult to do really well-devised, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies,' Dr. Ken Weinberg, chief medical officer of Cannabis Doctors of New York, previously told The Post. 'I don't think there's enough data.'
