Prairie Blazingstar species in Southwestern Manitoba
The article describes two blazing star wildflowers Liatrus dunata and Liatrus linguistylus in Southwestern Manitoba. It covers seasonal colour changes, growth height from six to eighteen inches, spike structure, and habitat preferences from dry sunny slopes to moister shaded areas. It notes grey green, hairy leaves, underground corms, and cultivar development. For more information contact the Mixed-Grass Prairie Stewardship Program.
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Gerry Oliver
Prairie
Manitoba
Great Plains
Women gain more options to guard against osteoporosis
Canadian survey shows high awareness but weak patient doctor communication on prevention and treatment. IOF urges action starting in doctors offices. Postmenopausal women face options like HRT SERMS and biphosphonates to reduce bone loss and fracture risk.
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International
Pierre Delmas
IOF
Eli Lilly and Company
Canada
Christian freedoms under attack in Canada and beyond
A teen poem from Bagdad Arizona and submitted in Abbotsford British Columbia laments loss of Christian freedom in schools and public life. It argues prayers and Christian references are restricted while society tolerates other expressions, urging adults to recognize and rectify perceived infringements.
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Canada
Bagdad
Arizona
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