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Carlyle Observer

Health Matters

This week I would like to write about CPR. I feel it is widely misunderstood and hope to bring some clarification on this sensitive topic.

Rural internet debate offers insight

Provincial Politics

Understanding prescription authority for pharmacists

Saskatchewan pharmacists expanded the scope of their practice, as new legislation came into force March 4. The legislation expands their prescribing authority, providing the patient benefit of more efficient and accessibly health care services.
'This is my rehab,' reformed alcoholic and drug addict tells students

'This is my rehab,' reformed alcoholic and drug addict tells students

Tom Melin's only concern when he drove drunk was getting caught by police. His worst nightmare came true one night while booze cruising when he noticed flashing lights in his rear-view mirror.

Higher ground

It's been quite the week. I thought I'd put Lessons from the Sea to rest and then the world was informed of the horrific tsunami in Japan.

Save our beds committee

Letter to the Editor
Elder Victor Sammy honoured for lifetime contributions to White Bear

Elder Victor Sammy honoured for lifetime contributions to White Bear

Many people gathered on White Bear First Nation March 6 for a feast to honour Victor Sammy, an elder of the community. Within this culture, a feast of this type is traditionally held to honour someone who has passed on.

Lord I hear You or the ten minute litany

Pause for Reflection
Sask. pharmacists get prescription power

Sask. pharmacists get prescription power

Saskatchewan pharmacists have expanded the role they play in the health care system after receiving the green light from Health Minister Don McMorris to begin prescribing medications in specific situations.

Weekly RCMP report

The weekly RCMP report is prepared with the assistance of the Carlyle RCMP. Issues involving the Mental Health Act, among others, are not reported. The report this week covers the period of Feb. 25 - March 3. The detachment assisted with 37 calls.
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