Letters to the Editor
Time to support switch to healthy food
By Letter to the Editor on May 8th, 2020
Massive slaughterhouse closures are driving U.S. consumers to plant-based meat products, as sick workers pay the price. Tyson Foods, JBS USA and Smithfield Foods, the largest meat processors, have closed 17 plants, devastating rural communities and threatening the nation’s meat supply. Production is already down by 25 per cent. In reaction, U.S. sales of plant-based ... Read More »
5 responsesLeaders should listen to warnings about zoonotic diseases
By Letter to the Editor on May 7th, 2020
It is so unfortunate that even though zoonotic disease specialists raised the red flag on the news of a Chinese doctor warning of his suspicion of a SARS-like pneumonia in his patient, his concern was dismissed and as we now know, he contracted the disease and died. Health ministers should be cognizant of the fact ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Why shortages if farmers are having to dump products?
By Letter to the Editor on May 7th, 2020
In the news lately it has been stated that dairy farmers have had to dump their milk to dispose of it. Yet when you go to some grocery stores there is a limit of two four-litre jugs of milk when you want to purchase it. The egg department is totally devoid of large eggs, forcing ... Read More »
4 responsesCity needs to rethink its development strategy
By Letter to the Editor on May 7th, 2020
In recent weeks, as businesses have shifted from retail locations to delivery services, I have had the immense pleasure of driving throughout the city and exploring all the different neighbourhoods of Lethbridge. What an incredibly diverse and interesting city, but why is it so spread out? Developments to the west and north are massive maze-like ... Read More »
2 responsesProvince’s budget cuts are hurting seniors
By Letter to the Editor on May 6th, 2020
Mr. Premier, the promised cuts to some programs, the re-aligning of monetary support to doubtful venues and fully expecting inconveniences due to those actions was something I, as a senior in a small rural town, wholeheartedly supported, providing discretion, consideration and common sense were the basis for their decisions. Unfortunately, it seems they wanted to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Remembering War Amps heroes
By Letter to the Editor on May 6th, 2020
This May, we remember the Canadians who sacrificed life and limb to help liberate the Netherlands 75 years ago. I had the privilege of growing up in The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program which was started by war amputee veterans. Through Operation Legacy, amputees like me pay tribute to the veterans who founded the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Free downtown parking would help
By Letter to the Editor on May 6th, 2020
The April 30 Lethbridge Herald headline says “City must get creative to help business.” OK, here’s a suggestion from a guy who rarely shows himself in the downtown area for a variety of reasons (safety near the top of my concerns). Safety aside, could getting “creative” include free parking, so we don’t have to worry ... Read More »
1 responseCOVID a wakeup call for seniors care
By Letter to the Editor on May 6th, 2020
I watch with horror the anguish, fear, uncertainty and loss of life of our elders living in nursing homes. My late mother lived in assisted-living facilities and nursing homes for many years and it was not a good experience. These institutions are grossly underfunded, resulting in shortage of personal-care staff. The care staff is unable ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A good time for rethinking our values
By Letter to the Editor on May 2nd, 2020
Questions are being asked today about how soon can we go back to work. We have had the chance to question ourselves about how we value life, our daily activities, jobs, time with family, and the economy. During our isolation time we might have questioned whether jobs and the economy are the most important things. ... Read More »
1 responseCuts aimed at doctors a ‘monstrosity’
By Letter to the Editor on May 2nd, 2020
I don’t know how you feel, but I am forever grateful to my general practitioner, Dr. Michael Cunningham. Since he arrived from Ireland, I have been his patient, marvelling at his depth of knowledge and application to all my related health issues. What struck me immediately was his efficiency, yet personability. I was to learn ... Read More »
3 responsesWe must protect our seniors
By Letter to the Editor on May 1st, 2020
What can you do now to help save the lives of seniors in care homes? Many Alberta senior care homes are private, for profit. Most don’t employ enough in-house staff to meet their residents’ needs. Many home-care workers, paid separately by Alberta Health Services, attend other seniors residents in one day. All care workers should ... Read More »
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