Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness via MedWorm.com MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness' source. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:42:01 +0100 Government acts quickly on health committee report http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3245045&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F201002%2F277869F5960AC-D8E8-B3A2-1AD7B50DA33F4EC0.html Consultation on developing a new Alberta Health Act will begin immediately with legislation expected later this fall. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3245045 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:28:00 +0100 3245045 Albertans to benefit from reduced prices for existing generic drugs http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3217630&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F201001%2F277267697CCF8-C8B8-B2D6-D4419AFAE7D72E85.html The Government of Alberta has taken another step to reduce generic drug costs. Effective April 1, the price of currently available or existing generic drugs will be reduced from 75 per cent to 56 per cent of the price of comparable brand name drugs. Existing generic drugs are generic drugs already included on our Alberta Drug Benefit List as of October 1, 2009. "Last fall we reduced the price of new generic drugs and promised we would also reduce the costs of existing generic drugs - and that's what we've done," said Alberta Health and Wellness Minister Gene Zwozdesky.&nbsp "After extensive consultations and negotiations with many pharmacy stakeholders, we have a deal - lower generic drug prices for Albertans!&nbsp This deal also means significant cost savings for our Gover... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3217630 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:32:30 +0100 3217630 Report shows health networks increase; be safe in intersections; take in a cultural or park event; input sought on trail map http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3154109&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F201001%2F276110ECDAF3B-CC33-9406-896C383F5AED8698.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin. Health and safety Nearly two million Albertans access Primary Care Networks Play it safe at intersections, especially in winter (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3154109 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 18:01:01 +0100 3154109 Health Minister expresses condolences on reporter's passing http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3130422&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200912%2F27580E22054DB-EFF0-3626-1CE1B1EFCBD65E42.html Alberta Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert issued the following statement regarding the death of Calgary Herald reporter Michelle Lang in Afghanistan. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3130422 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 00:41:30 +0100 3130422 Accommodations for seniors will be priority for new bonds http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3093387&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200912%2F275309828DE4A-07EF-D0FE-8354B971D1CCAC47.html The first offering to Albertans investing in the province’s new capital bond initiative will help increase access to accommodations for Alberta’s seniors. “While many worthwhile infrastructure projects could be financed through Alberta Capital Bonds, we had a good debate in the Legislature and the top priority of MLAs supporting this initiative was to help our seniors with accommodation that allows them to live with dignity in their community,” said Jack Hayden, Minister of Infrastructure.&nbsp (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3093387 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:31:00 +0100 3093387 New Premier's award celebrates healthy food for Albertans http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3076636&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200912%2F27490796BB84C-994F-C92E-2F94F1F640256487.html A new Premier’s award program will recognize food processors, producers and researchers for their work in creating healthy foods for Albertans. The Alberta Food for Health Awards - a Premier’s Award aims to stimulate and encourage the creation and development of healthy food production and research. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3076636 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 17:01:00 +0100 3076636 H1N1 vaccine available to all Albertans over six months of age starting Nov. 23 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3013547&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200911%2F273731336482E-0E82-E584-DC7964F976653308.html Given a positive resolution to the national vaccine shortage, and good uptake of vaccine among the highest-risk groups previously announced, Alberta’s H1N1 immunization program will expand to include all members of the public starting Monday, Nov. 23. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3013547 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:01:00 +0100 3013547 Amendment clarifies sharing of information between ambulance attendants and police http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3005146&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200911%2F2734808D3145E-F9B0-32A7-DB33D4BB9D92EB54.html Maintaining the ability of ambulance attendants to share their eye witness information with police is the focus of Bill 62, the Emergency Health Services Amendment Act which was introduced in the legislature on November 18. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3005146 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:52:00 +0100 3005146 Children and their families next to receive H1N1 vaccine http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3005145&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200911%2F27349090A03DC-B52C-F61C-65F4E419B33F8C19.html Starting Friday, November 20, Alberta’s H1N1 immunization program will expand to include all children under 18 years of age as of November 1, as well as their immediate family members and caregivers living in the same household. The opportunity to include other Albertans will depend on an assessment of demand for the vaccine over the weekend. Immunization for seniors expands tomorrow to include those 65 years of age and older as of November 1, as well as their spouse or partner of any age. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3005145 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:01:00 +0100 3005145 Province's H1N1 vaccine program expands to more Albertans http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2996576&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200911%2F27335FEE85E38-DFE4-E57B-031CC52646E3E469.html Starting Tuesday, November 17, Alberta’s H1N1 immunization program will expand to include all seniors over 75 years of age as of November 1, as well as their spouses or partners of any age.&nbsp On Thursday, November 19, immunizations for seniors will further expand to include those 65 years and older as of November 1, and will include their spouses or partners of any age. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2996576 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:37:00 +0100 2996576 More highest-risk groups eligible for H1N1 vaccine http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2990173&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200911%2F27324EF4C7CB2-C222-0F71-CAE95DA6C6B9034C.html Starting Saturday, November 14, Alberta’s H1N1 immunization program will expand to include two more groups - individuals 18 to 44 who have chronic conditions as well as household contacts of individuals who cannot be immunized. On November 14 and ongoing, the highest risk groups will be eligible. They include: children over six months and under five years (as of Nov. 1); pregnant women; people with chronic conditions aged 5 to 64 (as of Nov. 1); and, household contacts and caregivers of people who cannot be immunized (infants under six months of age and individuals with suppressed immune systems); and, frontline health care workers. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2990173 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:50:30 +0100 2990173 Targeted H1N1 immunization of priority groups expands http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2978516&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200911%2F27296DFE55DCF-BC7D-6C3E-17715D41F1730F57.html On November 12 and 13, Alberta Health Services will begin offering H1N1 vaccine to more groups of individuals at high risk of developing severe illness related to influenza. As this process continues, no high risk groups will be removed from eligibility - only new groups added. On November 12 and ongoing, new groups being added include: People with chronic conditions (see Backgrounder) aged 55 to 64 as of Nov. 1; People with chronic conditions aged 10 to 17 as of Nov. 1. (Combined with the group added Nov. 6, this group ranges from 5 to 17). (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2978516 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:07:01 +0100 2978516 Targeted H1N1 immunization of priority groups expands http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2968409&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200911%2F27282CB774F63-FE70-EAD1-BAC7E0002C98306D.html On November 10, Alberta Health Services will begin offering H1N1 vaccine to two new groups of individuals at high risk of developing severe illness related to influenza. As this process continues, no high risk groups will be removed from eligibility - only new groups added. On November 10, and ongoing, those eligible will be: (New) both parents or one parent and one caregiver of infants under six months of age; (New) children under 10 as of November 1 with chronic health conditions (e.g. diabetes); children over six months and under five years as of November 1; and pregnant women. Infants under the age of six months are at high risk for severe illness and cannot be immunized. In order to reduce their risk of exposure to the virus, vaccine will be provided to both parents, or to... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2968409 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:01:00 +0100 2968409 Proposed legislative changes support use of community treatment orders http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2951614&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200911%2F27243B724C415-DF16-9A47-9C419EF741BF49DC.html Providing support and clarity around the use of community treatment orders is the focus of Bill 59 the Mental Health Amendment Act 2009, which was introduced in the Legislature on Nov. 2. “Community treatment orders will provide another way to help and support Albertans with serious and persistent mental health disorders,” said Minister of Health and Wellness Ron Liepert. “Before this new tool is introduced, everyone involved will be fully prepared and clear about their roles and responsibilities.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2951614 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:10:00 +0100 2951614 Statement from Alberta public health officials http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2947808&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200910%2F27234ACC9F316-073F-D836-4ABB331A5DECBF5E.html After consulting top senior public health officials from across Alberta, and with a reduced supply of H1N1 vaccines expected to arrive in the province starting next week from the manufacturer, we have ordered the suspension of all immunization clinics in Alberta effective immediately. The suspension will remain in effect until further notice. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2947808 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:04:00 +0100 2947808 H1N1 vaccine rollout continues http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2940640&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200910%2F27212A13A0967-A103-FFA7-86D9069E17ECABD8.html In the first three days of Alberta’s pandemic H1N1 2009 influenza immunization campaign, the vaccine has been administered to well over 150,000 people provincewide. This exceeds the start of any other immunization program in Alberta history. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2940640 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:07:00 +0100 2940640 Albertans urged to limit consumption of some species of fish http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2921234&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200910%2F271808202215F-E135-2FC4-F2E7BF6A16082B6D.html Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health has issued a public health advisory that recommends people avoid or limit their consumption of some species of fish caught from specific bodies of water in Alberta. Tests found high enough levels of mercury in certain fish to prompt the advisory.&nbsp It is recommended pregnant women, women of child-bearing age and children do not eat walleye from the Pine Coulee, northern pike from Twin Valley Reservoirs in southern Alberta, walleye from the Red Deer River at the mouth of the Blindman River, and walleye, sauger and goldeye from the South Saskatchewan River at the Bindloss Ferry and Medicine Hat. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2921234 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:01:00 +0100 2921234 Alberta prepared for second wave of H1N1 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2913497&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200910%2F27161787DF0E8-084E-519C-0C272AF231331BDB.html Alberta will begin rolling out the H1N1 vaccine following today’s announcement by the Public Health Agency of Canada that the H1N1 vaccine is safe, effective and authorized for use across Canada. “The availability of this vaccine is the boost we have been waiting for to help win the battle against pandemic H1N1 for all Albertans,” said Minister of Health and Wellness Ron Liepert. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2913497 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:31:00 +0100 2913497 Alberta to reduce drug costs and increase access to new drugs http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2909798&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200910%2F27147728F7862-B441-C5BC-EFE4D66ADF9D5114.html Albertans will save money on their generic prescription drugs and receive more advice about their medications from their local pharmacist under phase two of the government’s pharmaceutical strategy. “Prescription drug costs continue to climb and we need to bring those costs down for Albertans,” said Ron Liepert, Minister of Health and Wellness. “The next phase of our pharmaceutical strategy will reduce the out-of-pocket costs of prescription drugs for all Albertans, allow for quicker access to new drugs and give pharmacists a greater role in patient care.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2909798 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:31:00 +0100 2909798 Team named to guide Alberta Hospital Edmonton implementation plan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2866763&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200910%2F270582BB282A3-0CA9-497A-4A7A4C6F0A019FD6.html Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert has named the team that will work with Alberta Health Services on plans to expand community care options for Alberta Hospital Edmonton (AHE) patients, in addition to acute care and ongoing forensic care at AHE. “This is an important next step as we move toward providing the right care in the right place for people with mental illness,” said Liepert. “Alberta Health Services has put together a plan to provide more community-based care, including Villa Caritas, where patients will receive care more appropriate to their specific needs. This team will engage physicians, clinical staff, community stakeholders and most importantly those who are directly affected by mental illness including patients and their families to ensure they are ... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2866763 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:19:00 +0100 2866763 Alberta to start regular flu vaccine program in October http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2847872&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200910%2F2701510AB8140-C8D2-2AF9-258F853C1763AAB6.html On October 13, the province will begin a two-part process to immunize Albertans against influenza through immunization clinics across the province. The immunization program will begin with seasonal influenza immunization aimed at high-risk groups, and shift to universal Pandemic H1N1 influenza immunization as soon as that vaccine is available, likely in mid-November. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2847872 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:06:44 +0100 2847872 Early intervention, ongoing treatment focus of changes to mental health law http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2847871&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200909%2F270070B9DD4A7-B945-4231-A885B9FA58784449.html Amendments to provincial mental health legislation will provide more support and treatment for those with mental health disorders. “It is absolutely critical that individuals with serious and persistent mental disorders get both immediate and ongoing care,” said Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. “The amendments to the Mental Health Act allow for early intervention when individuals need mental health treatment and ongoing care after they return to their communities.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2847871 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:31:00 +0100 2847871 Province appoints senior provincial medical officers of health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2794137&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200909%2F26884BE32F88E-B21F-0D6C-A529F625278F75B9.html Two Senior Provincial Medical Officers of Health have been appointed to work under the direction of Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Andr? Corriveau. Dr. James Talbot and Dr. Martin Lavoie officially assume their positions with Alberta Health and Wellness on September 14 and September 28 respectively. The positions fill permanent vacancies for medical officers of health that have existed in the department since July 2008. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2794137 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:06:36 +0100 2794137 Foreign visitor dies in H1N1-related case in Calgary http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2767119&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200909%2F2682685D75DD7-0F3A-DFCD-4BF831792C923FA3.html Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Andre Corriveau has confirmed the H1N1-related death of the father of a participant at the World Skills Competition in Calgary. The New Zealand resident died in a Calgary hospital Thursday, and although the official cause of death is yet to be determined, Dr. Corriveau said he wanted to reassure foreign visitors and others attending the competition that public health officials are taking all appropriate precautions. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2767119 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:46:00 +0100 2767119 Advisory committee to focus on improving patient care and health system performance http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2753502&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200909%2F267907610A8D5-EE0E-969F-70C51CD96078E613.html An advisory committee has been appointed to ensure appropriate legislation is in place to allow for improved health system performance and patient care. The Minister’s Advisory Committee on Health will look at strengthening legislation to support improvements to Alberta’s publicly funded health care system. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2753502 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 16:46:00 +0100 2753502 Alberta confirms first 2009 human case of West Nile virus http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2748554&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200908%2F26787722CC21C-007D-B0BC-83C61C2F4E123651.html Alberta's first human case of West Nile virus (WNv) for 2009 has been confirmed in an adult male from the Calgary area. Although the man travelled in Saskatchewan during the first week of August, this case of WNv neurological syndrome is considered most likely to have been acquired in Alberta. “Albertans and travelers need to use protective measures when gardening, golfing fishing and spending relaxation time outdoors,” said Dr. Andre Corriveau, Chief Medical Officer of Health. "Wearing mosquito repellent with DEET, as well as long sleeves, pants and socks when outside are still the most effective prevention measures when dealing with West Nile virus.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2748554 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:01:00 +0100 2748554 Emergency care capacity to increase in Edmonton http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2744904&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200908%2F2678162DB6F01-B292-AC63-5B92839183F89024.html The Alberta government is investing $18 million to improve access to the emergency department at the Stollery Children’s Hospital. The Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation will also commit $5 million to the $23 million project. The project will involve separating and expanding the emergency department shared by the University of Alberta (U of A) Hospital and the Stollery Children’s Hospital. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2744904 Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:01:00 +0100 2744904 Patient Care Remains Priority as Second Stage of Deficit Elimination Framework Begins http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2735318&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200908%2F26758580B9CC6-E1BE-1729-5E435D706403F197.html The next phase of a multi-year framework to develop a sustainable, balanced budget for Alberta Health Services begins in September. AHS entered the 2009/2010 budget year last April with a projected deficit of $1.3 billion. During the first phase of cost reduction, $650 million in potential annualized cost savings were identified. These are underway or can be implemented over the next two months. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2735318 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:01:00 +0100 2735318 AHS accelerates move to community-based mental health care http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2700648&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200908%2F26703195D49F4-C555-F45F-3C60103C3197CB04.html Alberta Health Services (AHS) is continuing the evolution of community-based mental health treatment in the province, and is accelerating its move away from a largely institution-based system. “We are engaging clinicians, staff and stakeholders to determine where mental health patients across Alberta can best be supported and how we can more quickly provide that support,” says Dr. PJ White, Clinical Director, Addiction and Mental Health, Alberta Health Services. “Our primary focus remains providing the most appropriate care to our patients as they require it.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2700648 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:01:00 +0100 2700648 Albertans eligible for free seasonal influenza vaccine http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2631479&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200907%2F26557A80CCD12-CA69-E603-4802323EB3040F89.html This fall, the Alberta government will offer a free seasonal influenza vaccine to all Albertans six months and older. Immunization can be obtained through public health clinics and some physician offices and pharmacists beginning in October. &nbsp“This is something Alberta has been working toward for a number of years,” said Ron Liepert, Minister of Alberta Health and Wellness. “It is a valuable investment in strengthening the public health system in Alberta, and is the best way of protecting Albertans from seasonal influenza viruses that we see every year.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2631479 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 17:31:00 +0100 2631479 Alberta and B.C. team up on joint purchasing agreement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622905&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200907%2F265349E1D719E-FCAA-735F-FA14E86DEFCE2B16.html Alberta and British Columbia have completed a joint agreement that will reduce health care system costs for supplies and services. Under the agreement, Alberta and B.C. will contract with a group purchasing organization for bulk purchases of health system supplies and services, including medical and hospital supplies. Alberta will also include food and drug purchases as part of the agreement. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2622905 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 19:31:00 +0100 2622905 Be safe with motorcyles; protect yourself against H1N1 flu; historic fighter plane on display; community board members announced http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2589321&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200907%2F26446655CE049-CD72-2DB4-0E959174EAE14F1B.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Health and safety Be safe on and around motorcycles this summer Take proper precautions against H1N1 during the summer months and beyond (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2589321 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2589321 Take proper precautions against H1N1 during the summer months and beyond http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2589320&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200907%2F264456558456A-DE7F-4476-FCA43B110934524B.html As young Albertans head off to summer camp or summer group activities within their communities, they are being reminded to continue to take precautions against catching or transmitting the H1N1 influenza virus. While the vast majority of H1N1 infections have caused only mild illness in Alberta, it is important to stay vigilant and protect yourself and your family. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2589320 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2589320 Second Alberta fatality associated with H1N1 flu http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2573917&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200907%2F2641650A947C3-08B7-C0AC-B3FB37CD13FDE30D.html Alberta has confirmed a second death associated with the H1N1 flu.&nbsp An Edmonton area woman with chronic pre-existing medical conditions passed away June 30. It is still not clear what role the H1N1 virus played in the middle-aged woman’s death. “I want to express my sympathy to the family at this difficult time,” said Dr. Andre Corriveau, Alberta’s chief medical officer of health. “Alberta, like all jurisdictions across the country, remains vigilant in tracking the progress of the H1N1 virus. The sad and stark reality is that we expect that we will see other deaths associated with H1N1.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2573917 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 17:01:00 +0100 2573917 Public reminded to be vigilant following laptop thefts http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2485698&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F2631512A97944-F982-9605-F4BAAD659DE2DC1B.html On the morning of June 4, 2009, the Provincial Lab Information Technology room at University of Alberta Hospital (Edmonton) was burglarized. Items reported missing included two laptops used by the Provincial Lab to develop and test disease reporting tools. Investigation into this issue is ongoing, however it has been confirmed that lab reports for communicable and reportable diseases were saved to the hard drives of both laptops.&nbsp Some of these lab reports may have contained personal identifiable information such as patient name, Personal Health Number or collection site. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2485698 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:31:00 +0100 2485698 Be safe and healthy this summer; celebrate Canada Day; go to summer camp in the badlands; scholarship supports 4-H members; commit to One Simple Act http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2485697&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F26290F92847D1-9055-7343-7A3E1BDD0037FF64.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Health and safety cautions Albertans urged to be safe with fire As the thermometer rises, so does the risk of blue-green algae in Alberta lakes Short-term barbecue season can lead to long-term health problems Protect yourself against hantavirus Taking proper precautions reduces the risk of exposure to rabies Reminder for outdoor enthusiasts to prepare for WNv season Sun protection is essential this summer for Albertans (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2485697 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2485697 Taking proper precautions reduces the risk of exposure to rabies http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2485696&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F26281F5341A43-9F54-BD46-0D133FB6F2D9C477.html Alberta Health and Wellness and Alberta Health Services are urging Albertans to report any wild animal bites to their physician since wild mammals such as bats, coyotes and skunks may be rabies carriers. Over the last five years, a number of bats have tested positive for rabies in Alberta. Albertans should avoid any contact with wild animals, such as handling bats. If you see a bat in your home and you are sure no human or pet exposure has occurred, confine the bat to a room by closing all doors and windows leading out of the room except those to the outside. If the bat does not leave, it can be caught once it has landed, using the following precautions: Wear leather work gloves Trap the bat under a small box or coffee can Seal the bat in the can with a piece of cardboard Release t... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2485696 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2485696 Sun protection is essential this summer for Albertans http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2485695&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F26282F53864BB-E8D6-44CE-16D787133F444A56.html Keeping protected from the sun is essential for Albertans this summer as they enjoy time spent outdoors. Whether or not you are hosting backyard barbeques or taking walks in the park, sun protection is always a good safety precaution. The following tips can help prevent common sun problems: Cover up and choose clothing that is loose fitting, tightly woven and lightweight to avoid sunburn. Wear sunscreen. You should choose a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. If you spend most of your day outside, use an SPF 30. Sunscreen should be placed on the ears, chin and neck even while wearing a hat. Sunscreen should be reapplied after extended wear. Plan activities outside of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. when ultraviolet (UV) rays are most powerful. Choose su... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2485695 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2485695 Short-term barbecue season can lead to long-term health problems http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2485694&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F26279F52C594B-0F6E-1BD4-2704A4ECD59A7FDF.html This time of year generally sees a peak in food related illness, such as E.coli 0157:H7 more commonly known as “hamburger disease”, as Albertans are firing up the grills and heading out for family picnics. Alberta Health and Wellness, together with Alberta Health Services, advise that simple precautions taken before, during and after food preparation, especially with raw meats, can help prevent this disease from becoming a health problem.&nbsp While it’s called hamburger disease and generally associated with ground meat, the bacteria can be found in other foods, such as poultry or pork and even cheese, sprouts, lettuce, yogurt, and unpasteurized milk and fruit juices. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2485694 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2485694 Reminder for outdoor enthusiasts to prepare for WNv season http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2485693&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F26278F52788FA-FBAA-506C-E0F2266874412262.html Alberta Health and Wellness, together with Alberta Health Services, are advising Albertans, particularly seniors, that they can reduce their risk of acquiring West Nile virus (WNv) every summer by using simple preventive measures. Preventive measures should include wearing protective clothing like pants and socks, applying a repellant with DEET, reducing time spent outdoors at dawn and dusk, and reducing the mosquito habitat in the yard at home.&nbsp These safeguards can prevent bites from the Culex tarsalis mosquitoes, the breed known to carry WNv in Alberta. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2485693 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2485693 Protect yourself against hantavirus http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2485692&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F26280F530B576-C31B-BD69-2B5E9782670C3015.html With people getting out and enjoying the warmer weather, Alberta Health and Wellness, together with Alberta Health Services, are warning Albertans to be alert and take precautions against hantavirus. Hantavirus is a potentially-fatal infection acquired from contact with mouse droppings or urine. Albertans are advised to take special care when working or playing in locations that may expose them to rodents. While deer mice are the species most likely to carry the hantavirus, all signs of rodent infestation should be treated with caution. Infected mice are found in all regions of Alberta. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2485692 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2485692 Province strengthens mental health and addiction programs http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2478804&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F26230E4DC7E81-C964-D473-2DE0F56FE8AFDB93.html Alberta has bolstered its commitment to crime prevention and crime reduction by strengthening programs for those vulnerable to mental health and addiction issues and victims of domestic violence with support of $11.8 million this year. The increased funding from the Safe Communities Initiative expands the Provincial Diversion and Family Violence Treatment programs to six new communities and broadens addiction prevention efforts for youth and young adults. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2478804 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 18:04:00 +0100 2478804 Alberta continues to monitor H1N1 flu virus http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2474691&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F26208D03F2865-0406-C79E-66E41574C3AF10A6.html As the World Health Organization (WHO) has indicated a global pandemic is underway by raising its alert level to Phase 6, Alberta is working closely with other provinces and territories and the Public Health Agency of Canada to monitor H1N1 influenza activity. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2474691 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:16:00 +0100 2474691 Stroke hotline increases access to specialist care http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2464600&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200906%2F26177C0973553-9FBB-C865-1EA40ACE688B000C.html A new hotline allows physicians and emergency physicians in rural and urban areas to consult with stroke neurologists if they suspect a patient is having a minor stroke or a transient ischemic attack. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2464600 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 17:46:00 +0100 2464600 Healthy school communities recognized; fire bans in parks; wildlife ambassadors being trained; input sought on Glennifer Lake recreation area; annual hunters' draw starts June 2 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2443018&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200905%2F260968D1E0B37-9F59-F30D-4DD047B2D871F0BB.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2443018 Fri, 29 May 2009 18:01:02 +0100 2443018 Tuberculosis case identified in Albertan who traveled to B.C. by Greyhound bus http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2443017&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200905%2F26079886F66BF-CBA7-18CF-9DCD80F4CA36557D.html Public health staff in Alberta and British Columbia are working with Greyhound Bus Lines to identify passengers who traveled on Greyhound buses #5164 and #5155 on May 24 and were exposed to an active case of tuberculosis. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2443017 Thu, 28 May 2009 20:00:59 +0100 2443017 Pathology results inconclusive on northern Alberta woman http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2406453&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200905%2F25967411BB60F-B884-45E3-6016A94C38F489D7.html Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Andre Corriveau released the following statement on the pathology report for the northern Alberta woman who passed away recently. “The report, which I received late today, does not clarify what role the H1N1 virus may or may not have played in her death. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2406453 Thu, 14 May 2009 23:31:00 +0100 2406453 New legislation aims to strengthen province's ability to recover health costs http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2406452&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200905%2F259403153049A-FD29-A338-974D7B1A9F54A857.html The Crown’s Right of Recovery Act, Bill 48, which would enhance the province’s ability to recover costs resulting from wrongful acts or omissions, was introduced in the Legislature on &nbspMay 11. “Albertans should not be responsible for health costs caused by the wrongful acts or omissions of others,” said Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. “If passed, this legislation will help us recover these costs, which will benefit Albertans.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2406452 Mon, 11 May 2009 22:01:00 +0100 2406452 Alberta opens additional addiction and mental health treatment beds http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2399365&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200905%2F2591820CF4F37-9356-8D96-C5CA85337136F174.html The province has opened 50 new mental health and addiction treatment beds in south and central Alberta.&nbsp An additional 10 youth treatment beds will be opened near Rocky Mountain House later this spring, making treatment services more widely available in the province. This initiative adds significantly to the number of treatment beds for Albertans with alcoholism, drug addiction, psychiatric conditions or combinations of these challenges and increases access to full-time, longer term intensive programs for at-risk youth and young adults.&nbsp These beds are part of the continuum of services for individuals with mental health and addiction issues. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2399365 Fri, 08 May 2009 20:16:00 +0100 2399365 Alberta confirms first fatality associated with H1N1 flu http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2399364&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200905%2F259242139AF3B-EAF5-7B05-E494387E15CBBD73.html Alberta has confirmed the first death associated with the H1N1 flu, of a northern Alberta woman with chronic pre-existing medical conditions. It is not clear what role the H1N1 virus played in the fatality, which took place April 28. The cause of death was at that time assessed to be linked to chronic pre-existing medical conditions. After confirming May 5 that another family member had contracted a mild form of the H1N1 virus, further testing on the deceased was ordered by local health care officials. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2399364 Fri, 08 May 2009 18:31:00 +0100 2399364 Online resources help farmers and young driver; events planned for emergency preparedness week; awards recognize healthy communities, recreation volunteers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2382977&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200905%2F25847FD119FA8-FD5D-1CE5-ADD18821DCA0A557.html Weekly Alberta government information and public notices (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2382977 Fri, 01 May 2009 18:00:59 +0100 2382977 Proposed legislation provides more accessible drug coverage, improved drug review process http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2377205&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200904%2F25824F365C1A0-A6AB-A92C-FFD636C05E0E27E5.html Proposed legislation that will enable government to implement announced changes to government drug programs was introduced in the Legislature on April 29. Bill 34, the Drug Program Act, will provide a legislative framework for the initiatives included in phase one of the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy, including the recently revised seniors’ drug plan. Phase one of the strategy, announced in December 2008, includes establishing a single, government-sponsored drug plan, improving the transparency of the drug approval process, introducing a drug coverage program to help Albertans with extremely rare diseases, adjusting premiums for drug coverage for Albertans under 65 years of age who are registered with government's non-group program and redesigning drug coverage for senio... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2377205 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 21:47:30 +0100 2377205 Alberta confirms two cases of human swine influenza http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2370152&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200904%2F25811ED906071-B361-0CDA-10112E68542A6D75.html Two cases of human swine influenza have been confirmed in Alberta, one in Calgary, and the other in northern Alberta. Both individuals are male and have experienced a mild form of human swine flu. Neither were hospitalized during their illness. The male from northern Alberta has fully recovered from flu symptoms and the other male from Calgary has nearly recovered from symptoms. Both individuals contracted the influenza virus during recent travel to Mexico. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2370152 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 17:46:00 +0100 2370152 Alberta on alert for swine influenza http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2370151&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200904%2F25795E3EBE529-D860-F0A8-56F7ADE7780A1625.html In light of cases of human swine flu reported in Mexico, the U.S. and Canada, Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Andr? Corriveau, has put the province’s health system on alert, and is asking Albertans to take precautions against the influenza virus and help stop the spread of infection. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2370151 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 21:01:00 +0100 2370151 Government improves seniors' drug plan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2359355&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200904%2F25771D382F3AB-9FE3-2579-5D6072FFDE7641B1.html The province has revised the proposed seniors’ drug plan to ensure it meets the government’s objectives of providing drug coverage that is affordable and predictable and supports those seniors who need it most.&nbsp Under the revised drug plan, the government continues to pay about 80 per cent of the costs of seniors’ drugs. “Earlier this year, our government made a commitment to review the proposed seniors’ drug plan in response to feedback received from Albertans,” said Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. “We listened to seniors and responded to their concerns.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2359355 Thu, 23 Apr 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2359355 Health capital plan focused on patients and improved access http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2331211&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200904%2F2567282647235-A289-C19F-17DFA93512720DE9.html The Alberta government has updated its health capital plan for the next three years to focus facility dollars on patients and improved access. The three-year capital plan, valued at nearly $3 billion, reflects the infrastructure improvements required to address new health care directions introduced over the past year to make the system more patient focused. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2331211 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 22:53:31 +0100 2331211 2009-12 Capital Plan supports Alberta's economy with $23.2 billion for municipalities, housing, hospitals, schools, roads and climate change initiatives http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2331210&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200904%2F25671825BDF16-CAAC-490A-F87D5D526DF750D2.html 2009-12 Capital Plan highlights: Overall, an increase of $1 billion; or 4.5 per cent, over previous three-year capital plan, $5.8 billion for provincial highways, $5.6 billion for municipalities, $3 billion for health facilities and equipment, $1.7 billion for schools, $1.2 billion for post-secondary facilities, $1 billion for affordable housing and homelessness initiatives, $1.7 billion for climate change initiatives and $325 million set aside for contributions to federal stimulus programs (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2331210 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 22:44:30 +0100 2331210 Investing in health care and education remains a top priority in Budget 2009 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2331209&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200904%2F256688231D9CD-C0C1-B43E-7A3445C31CEC7592.html Budget 2009 highlights: (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2331209 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 22:20:30 +0100 2331209 Apply for a crime prevention grant; improved health care services in effect April 1; support increased for exporters http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2303182&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200903%2F2560348AC5F0C-0C2C-F786-66CF380DBE6A4AF7.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Crime prevention Wanted: Community crime prevention proposals (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2303182 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2303182 Changes to improve Alberta's health care system in effect April 1 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2303181&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200903%2F25601486C5787-F1CD-3032-0AFB274337B5DA30.html Coverage for midwives, improved co-ordination of health services and changes to pharmaceutical programs are among the various changes taking effect on April 1 to help make the province’s health care system more accessible, efficient and sustainable for all Albertans. As part of implementing the government’s plan for improving the health care system, Alberta Health Services becomes officially operational on April 1 with the proclamation of the Health Governance Transition Act. The one provincial board incorporates the nine previous regional health authorities, the Alberta Mental Health Board, the Alberta Cancer Board and the Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission. The new board for Alberta Health Services governs all health services in the province, working in partnership wi... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2303181 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2303181 Registration services for Alberta health care insurance expand http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2286088&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200903%2F2554533F22DD5-F5E3-14F3-71D42C614A4DA6D6.html Beginning April 1, Albertans will be able to register for the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan or update their information at 20 different registry agent offices across the province. The service will be provided at no cost to Albertans. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2286088 Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:31:00 +0100 2286088 Fishing opportunities increase; help design a park; observe Earth Hour and Purple Day; attend a job fair in Red Deer; learn how climate change affects polar bears; deer disease reported http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2286087&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200903%2F255312482439B-C285-AED4-CCCEB99F81677DF2.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Fishing Special Walleye Licence program expands to other lakes (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2286087 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 18:01:01 +0100 2286087 Wear purple for epilepsy on March 26 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2286086&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200903%2F2552824635D42-ACC6-A54E-78FB6F68EA599860.html On March 26, Albertans are encouraged to wear purple to demonstrate support for people living with epilepsy. Purple Day events are taking place in Edmonton and Calgary on this day to raise awareness about this serious condition. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2286086 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2286086 Provincial review of infection control practices complete http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2286085&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200903%2F255091F270CEE-D422-F529-5BA4FF20575363F2.html A recently completed provincial risk assessment on the re-use of single-use syringes in surgical, dental and endoscopic procedures has determined that the risk to public health was very low. As a further safety measure, health professionals across Alberta were directed to eliminate this practice in October 2008. “The practice of re-using syringes to administer sedation to surgical patients through IV lines was once widespread,” said Dr. Richard Musto, Alberta’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health. “While best practices have evolved, we know the practice likely continued sporadically in other areas of the province until a clear directive to stop was issued in October 2008. I want to assure former surgical patients and all Albertans that the risk of transmission o... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2286085 Thu, 19 Mar 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2286085 March 21 marks day to eliminate racial discrimination; Royal Tyrrell museum celebrates Darwin; young Edmontonian catches health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2262033&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200903%2F254760098BE0F-DD03-7058-C7468453F05EE4C7.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Special day (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2262033 Fri, 13 Mar 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2262033 Young Edmontonian catches health and grand prize in Create A Movement campaign http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2262031&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200903%2F25473007AFFCD-D2B4-CB6D-B213FC08FC82C444.html A young Albertan will receive personal advice from a dietitian and personal chef as part of the Create A Movement online contest grand prize. On Saturday, March 14, 25-year-old Janine Eckert of Edmonton will spend an afternoon with registered dietitian Andrea Holwegner of Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. and personal chef Joanne Penn of Pennache. Together, they are donating their time to provide Janine with healthy eating tips and an in-depth educational experience in food preparation. Janine will also receive a Nintendo Wii game console, Wii Fit and $1,000 in gift cards donated by The Real Canadian Superstore. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2262031 Fri, 13 Mar 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2262031 Avoid driving distractions; be recognized for encouraging healthy living; health careers to showcase in Red Deer; have your say on Sylvan Lake Park boundaries http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2203060&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200902%2F25357948E32F3-C613-DBF9-CC9AA6F3F6502CF1.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Traffic safety tips (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2203060 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2203060 Last call for Healthy School Communities Award applications http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2203059&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200902%2F253559481D9FF-FC96-717A-8265237E7E9D9406.html March 1 is the deadline to submit applications for the third annual Healthy School Communities Award. First presented in 2007, the Healthy School Communities Award has so far honoured 18 Alberta individuals, organizations and communities for their efforts to encourage healthy lifestyles among children and youth. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2203059 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2203059 Legislative amendments will improve public health services http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2179255&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200902%2F2528367299132-C7AD-B8AA-994328843A1336B8.html Improving Alberta’s public health services is the focus of Bill 7, the Public Health Amendment Act, which was introduced in the Legislature on February 11. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2179255 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 22:01:00 +0100 2179255 Legislation changes will better support children who abuse drugs http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2179254&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200902%2F252826720B6DE-C279-EDE1-86C163C853D7F0D2.html Improving services to children who abuse alcohol or drugs is the focus of Bill 6, the Protection of Children Abusing Drugs Amendment Act, introduced in the Legislature on February 11. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2179254 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 21:52:00 +0100 2179254 Visit a museum on Family Day weekend; new tools for safe internet use and personal directives; seniors service awards nominations open;more Albertans receiving health care coverage http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2165218&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200902%2F252494C5869EC-0EB5-E0BD-93FBD92E88F3FDDE.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Family Day weekend (Feb.14-16) (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2165218 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2165218 Health care statistics show more Albertans receive health coverage http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2165217&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200902%2F252464C3E259D-E6AE-901A-C857A335F6D1FEB5.html The number of Albertans with coverage under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan increased three per cent in 2007/08, with 84 per cent of the 3.47 million Albertans receiving at least one health service paid for under the plan last year.&nbsp (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2165217 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2165217 Fish Consumption Limit Established for Lac la Nonne and Lac Ste. Anne http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2151500&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200902%2F2520938AA217C-02C3-3930-8DC32716F44F3355.html PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2151500 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 21:01:01 +0100 2151500 Province appoints new Chief Medical Officer of Health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2142908&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200901%2F25186236002B5-0941-C7F4-6D4B1D3A590522B1.html Dr. André Corriveau, former Chief Medical Officer of Health for the Government of the Northwest Territories, has been appointed Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health. The Chief Medical Officer of Health promotes and protects the health of Albertans under the authority of the Public Health Act.&nbsp A member of the Alberta Health and Wellness executive, the Chief Medical Officer of Health reports directly to the Minister of Health and Wellness and advises on matters relating to the health of the population. The individual acts as a liaison between the government and Alberta Health Services, medical officers of health and executive officers in the administration of the Public Health Act. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2142908 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 18:01:00 +0100 2142908 Family events and learning opportunities abound; games attract athletes over 55; community health award applicants sought http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2126933&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200901%2F25166046EF781-B658-A838-8E8317072EBF004D.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Family events (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2126933 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:31:00 +0100 2126933 Healthy School Communities Award invites applications http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2126932&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200901%2F25165046AD955-9A35-C12B-C2F74FEB2140D8EB.html Applications are now being accepted for the third annual Healthy School Communities Award. First presented in 2007, the Healthy School Communities Award has honoured 18 Alberta individuals, organizations and communities over the past two years for their efforts to encourage healthy lifestyles among children and youth. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2126932 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:30:00 +0100 2126932 Ban on tobacco sales in pharmacies takes effect Jan. 1 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2068463&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200812%2F2505283561778-05C5-FDF5-284747D8940F07C2.html Beginning Jan. 1, 2009, the sale of all tobacco products in pharmacies, stores that contain pharmacies, health-care facilities and public post-secondary institutions will be prohibited. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2068463 Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:05:30 +0100 2068463 New continuing care strategy provides Albertans more support and more choice http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2036947&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200812%2F249543B4F36F1-9113-2C8E-7B9A6842F86C36F9.html A new continuing care strategy will improve health and personal care service options for seniors and persons with disabilities by enhancing supports to help them live within the community. “Albertans want to maintain their independence for as long as possible,” said Ron Liepert, Minister of Health and Wellness. “Aging in the Right Place provides more community living support so seniors and those with disabilities can receive care in their homes and communities, where they are the healthiest and the most comfortable.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2036947 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:31:01 +0100 2036947 Province introduces new pharmaceutical strategy to benefit Albertans http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2020052&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200812%2F2491217DCBC7C-9A4A-1671-473ED30594C1ECFF.html The Government of Alberta has announced a new pharmaceutical strategy that will lower or completely eliminate prescription drug costs for about 60 per cent of Alberta’s seniors. “This strategy introduces a number of improvements to drug coverage and the drug system,” said Ron Liepert, Minister of Health and Wellness. “Low income seniors will especially benefit from these changes, which will improve access to drug coverage and make it more affordable.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2020052 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 19:31:00 +0100 2020052 Vision 2020 puts patients at center of sustainable health system http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2001779&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200812%2F24855F345C4C5-E36D-0A41-FE189CBA5195F6D4.html To improve Alberta’s health system into the future, the provincial government is moving forward on Vision 2020, a report outlining a number of actions to build Alberta’s health system. There are five goals in Vision 2020: Providing the right service, in the right place, and at the right time; Enhancing access to high quality services in rural areas; Matching workforce supply to demand for services; Improving co-ordination of care and delivery of care; and Building a strong foundation for public health. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2001779 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:30:02 +0100 2001779 Public Health Advisory - street drug use http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1994385&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200811%2F24852E488A7D1-D56E-ECB6-041A8A479736C2BE.html Public health officials are warning that cocaine being sold in Alberta could be laced with a dangerous substance that can harm an individual’s immune system. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1994385 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 20:02:08 +0100 1994385 Tentative physician services agreement reached http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1994384&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200811%2F24844E3D1627B-E4BC-7438-A5B63B93F7DE14D6.html A tentative agreement for physician services has been reached between Alberta Health and Wellness, the Alberta Medical Association and Alberta Health Services for the 2008-2011 financial term. The 2008-2011 tentative agreement provides for annual increases that will keep compensation for Alberta physicians among the most competitive in Canada. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1994384 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:30:12 +0100 1994384 New web portal helps Canadians fight the flu http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1994383&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200811%2F24836DECC2558-0DD0-1433-3FCA1E6895B17F84.html Canada’s 13 provinces and territories and the Public Health Agency of Canada today launched fightflu.ca, a pan-Canadian web portal designed to provide Canadians with one-stop access to information about influenza, commonly called the flu, and ways to limit its spread. The site also provides Canadians with information on protecting and caring for themselves and their families during flu season. The site can be found at www.fightflu.ca. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1994383 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 20:04:44 +0100 1994383 Proposed legislation will better protect Albertans' health information http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1982647&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200811%2F24815D026F30E-C756-2AB8-9062971672B73D7F.html Safeguarding the confidentiality and security of Albertans’ health information is the focus of Bill 52, the Health Information Amendment Act. The Bill was introduced in the Legislature on November 24. “Albertans need to be assured that government is taking appropriate precautions to protect their personal health information,” said Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. “This proposed legislation improves upon and strengthens that protection.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1982647 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 22:07:11 +0100 1982647 Province names new Alberta Health Services board members http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1971689&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200811%2F24798BAF83C90-A427-E0EF-5ABE5664BDB70E07.html Following an extensive recruitment process, the Alberta government has named the permanent Alberta Health Services board. Eight new individuals will join the seven interim board members to form the 15-member board, effective Dec.1. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1971689 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:01:00 +0100 1971689 Allowing colleges to monitor standards will improve quality of care http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1935830&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200811%2F247187369C1C1-96E2-A3C0-146A9813AEC9FE6B.html Proposed legislation that will allow health professional colleges to monitor and enforce their members’ compliance with professional standards of practice will help improve the quality and safety of Albertans’ health care. Bill 46, the Health Professions Amendment Act, was introduced in the Legislature November 6. “Allowing colleges to actively monitor whether health professionals are following standards, rather than simply responding to complaints, just makes sense,” said Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. “It will enable colleges to better ensure that health care services are being delivered safely and appropriately.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1935830 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 22:01:00 +0100 1935830 Improving quality and safety of pharmacy services focus of Bill 44 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1928553&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200811%2F24689645198B7-F17B-3A7C-B15A14485F7B2041.html Strengthening the authority of the Alberta College of Pharmacists so that pharmacy services provided in Alberta have the needed oversight and meet quality standards is the focus of Bill 44, the Pharmacy and Drug Amendment Act. The Bill was introduced to the Legislature on November 3, 2008. “Clarifying the Alberta College of Pharmacists’ authority to inspect, audit and investigate pharmacies will improve our province’s health care system,” said Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. “It will ensure Albertans receive services that are of the highest quality and their safety is foremost.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1928553 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 22:16:01 +0100 1928553 Changes will improve emergency health services http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1928552&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200811%2F24688644E0502-ABAE-6F36-8C4FBABBA5FFBF05.html Transferring responsibility for ambulance services from the province’s municipalities to the provincial government will help improve emergency health services to Albertans. The legislation outlining this change, Bill 43 (Emergency Health Services Act), was introduced in the Legislature on November 3, 2008.&nbsp “Ambulance services are health services and will be part of the provincial health care system,” said Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. “Our government plans to introduce a province-wide system of well-coordinated emergency services, delivered by Alberta Health Services. Over time, this system will help to improve patient care and reduce demands on the acute care system, especially hospital emergency departments.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Heal... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1928552 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 21:50:30 +0100 1928552 Alberta investigates new report of re-use of single use syringes http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1919083&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200810%2F246705032D611-068D-C2CC-AC2990EC770749EA.html Alberta’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Gerry Predy, is reporting another instance of a health professional practicing in Saskatchewan and Alberta, who has re-used single-use syringes to administer medication through an IV line. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1919083 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 01:16:00 +0100 1919083 Alberta's healthiest workplaces recognized http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1919082&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200810%2F246654E63216C-FC25-71A1-9EA563CE7CAF0C76.html Eight Alberta employers have been recognized for their commitment to improving the health of their employees as the recipients of the third annual Premier’s Award for Healthy Workplaces. “It’s important to recognize employers who make employees’ health a key priority,” said Premier Ed Stelmach. “All the recipients of this award demonstrate a real understanding of the benefits of promoting good health and well-being in the workplace and deserve our recognition.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1919082 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:01:00 +0100 1919082 Single, provincial health authority to better meet needs of patients http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1912966&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200810%2F246474434D1F8-F696-47BA-076A8DBD3291F6F5.html Providing for the establishment of a single, provincial authority that will oversee the delivery of health services to all Albertans is the focus of Bill 42, the the Health Governance Transition Amendment Act. The Bill was introduced to the Legislature on October 28 as part of government’s plan to improve Alberta’s health care system. “Our government is taking steps to create a health system that better meets the needs of patients,” said Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. “A new governance structure is the first step. A single, provincial health authority will ensure that Albertans have equitable access to health services, regardless of where they live, and that access to services is quicker and easier.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Well... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1912966 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 22:13:00 +0100 1912966 Province adds new treatment beds for young adults with addictions http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1903930&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200810%2F246272F685092-CBB1-296F-27E10C9C1756E827.html Young Albertans will have greater access to residential treatment programs with the opening of 20 new treatment beds in two existing addiction recovery centres.&nbsp The beds are the first government-funded, specific spaces for young adults aged 18-24. They are part of the government’s actions to strengthen Alberta’s communities and treat repeat offenders who have mental health and substance abuse issues in an effort to keep them out of the justice system. &nbsp (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1903930 Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:01:00 +0100 1903930 Alberta expands health care coverage to midwifery http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1881827&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200810%2F24550063EBE33-96F3-5ED1-46942B3A9CB6A7DE.html The Alberta government is improving access to maternity services by bringing midwives fully into the publicly funded health system. Effective April 1, 2009, expectant mothers who choose to have their babies with the assistance of a midwife will have that service covered. “This decision will provide better access and more choice for expectant women and will relieve pressure on doctors, nurses and hospitals,” said Alberta Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. “Expanding the use of midwifery services will also help address the pressures on family physicians and obstetricians and meet the goal of introducing new service delivery models as outlined in the Health Workforce Action Plan.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1881827 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 17:31:01 +0100 1881827 Ukrainian Village gets national award; nominate a diversity-friendly employer; teens to get health tips; learn about responsible gambling; report on government payments http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1866792&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200810%2F24526E7A59282-A55C-AF52-0100C5243CE2212E.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Awards (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1866792 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:01:01 +0100 1866792 Healthbusters to alert teens of "life altering condition - Health" http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1866791&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200810%2F24527E7ABC964-F7A1-AF42-E0B7B12F8D5F8BFA.html The Healthbusters are on a mission to warn teens about how easy it is to catch health. Outfitted with a wind tunnel full of prizes, free T-shirts, an interactive video booth and extensive knowledge about the causes of health, the Healthbusters are prepared to arm teens with simple but effective ideas on physical activity and nutrition. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1866791 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:00:00 +0100 1866791 More Albertans eligible for free influenza vaccine http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1864062&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200810%2F24516E2BAF627-C5C7-EC1B-38C85C0D5C96F24C.html The Alberta government has extended influenza vaccine coverage to include healthy children aged two to four years and healthy adults aged 50 to 64 years. These eligible groups will be able to receive the influenza vaccine through public health clinics and physician offices free of charge.&nbsp “In the past, we had only covered children aged six months to under two years, and adults 65 years of age and older. In order to keep more Albertans healthy, we have made the decision to extend coverage to a wider age range,” said Ron Liepert, Minister of Alberta Health and Wellness. “This extension in coverage will help Albertans maintain healthy and safe communities, as part of Alberta’s new Health Action Plan.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1864062 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 20:31:01 +0100 1864062 Teens and parents cautioned they could catch health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1839167&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200809%2F24444B3C69A04-D3CE-2F7A-DB7367E8E6443506.html The successful Create A Movement initiative, aimed at getting kids and parents to eat better and move more, is launching a new Catch Health theme warning teens and parents about the symptoms of better health. The campaign puts an ironic twist on the conventional public health message cautioning kids, adults and communities about the symptoms of health, how they can catch health and how they can spread the condition. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1839167 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:01:01 +0100 1839167 Province expands role for chief medical officer of health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1835494&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200809%2F24436AEB70426-F0FF-48AD-7701AF32745CCEC8.html The Chief Medical Officer of Health will play an expanded role in a new model for public health policy and services in Alberta. The Chief Medical Officer of Health will remain within the department of Health and Wellness, but will have enhanced powers and responsibilities under the new model, including a direct reporting line to the Minister. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1835494 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:01:00 +0100 1835494 Alberta confirms first cases of Listeriosis with links to outbreak http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1744615&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200808%2F242501480EFF0-F5B9-CAC0-A721516829812A40.html Alberta has confirmed two cases of Listeriosis linked to a national recall of Maple Leaf meat products. The provincial laboratory confirmed results on the deceased woman in Peace Country Health Region and an individual in Aspen Health Region. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1744615 Sat, 30 Aug 2008 18:46:01 +0100 1744615 Children receive greater access to mental health services http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1740886&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200808%2F242440F2E2665-B793-F841-7D74695DB6F3999B.html Children and youth from across the province will benefit from an Alberta government investment of more than $50 million to increase access to children’s mental health services and address the mental health needs of children and youth at risk. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1740886 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:46:00 +0100 1740886 **REVISED** Alberta investigates recent cases of Listeriosis in light of meat recall http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1731614&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200808%2F24217001FE894-A108-EB35-57670828294D9607.html Alberta’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Gerry Predy, released a status report on cases of Listeriosis in Alberta, and outlined steps being taken to determine whether the cases are linked to a national recall of Maple Leaf meat products. “Alberta is collaborating with the Public Health Agency of Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to ensure the product recall is successful in Alberta,” said Dr. Predy. “At the same time, we are investigating cases that occurred during the period of the recall to determine if those cases are linked.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1731614 Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:56:31 +0100 1731614 First human case of West Nile virus confirmed http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1731613&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200808%2F24209FB8C3585-FB49-1AF7-2E2A9FB676D7837D.html Alberta's first human case of West Nile virus (WNv) for 2008 has been confirmed in a male in his thirties from the Chinook region.&nbsp The infection, which has resulted in WNv non-neurological syndrome, was acquired while he was travelling in Saskatchewan. “Although mosquitoes carrying WNv have not been found in the province this season, Albertans cannot let their guard down when outdoors,” said Dr. Gerry Predy, Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health. "This first confirmed case serves as a reminder that Albertans spending time outside need to wear mosquito repellent with DEET, as well as long sleeves, long pants and socks.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1731613 Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:38:30 +0100 1731613 Government increases emergency care capacity in Edmonton http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1721710&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200808%2F24187E5C4EE2D-B837-03EE-CF6C9F2AFDB4F489.html The Alberta government is investing $23 million to improve access to emergency medical care for adults and children by separating and expanding the emergency department shared by the University of Alberta Hospital and the Stollery Children’s Hospital. “Alberta’s economic boom has led to a baby boom in Edmonton over the last few years,” said Ron Liepert, Minister of Health and Wellness. “An 18 per cent increase in births in the last year alone has placed unprecedented pressure on emergency services for kids. By expanding and separating emergency services for pediatric patients, we improve access for all.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1721710 Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:01:00 +0100 1721710 Government improves access to front-line health care in Calgary http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1715604&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200808%2F24179DB7212D3-E126-2B84-102F3A326523D4B7.html An injection of $5.1 million by the Alberta government for innovative health care at the new Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre in Calgary will improve access to family physicians and address population growth pressures and workforce challenges facing the region. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1715604 Tue, 19 Aug 2008 16:31:00 +0100 1715604 Provincial investment expands Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1706098&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200808%2F24162C1BE4EB0-B8E3-9213-D82B299F37ADE00C.html An additional investment of $36.5 million by the Alberta government in the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute will support phase two construction, expanding this centre of excellence in cardiac care. An investment of $180.7 million, supported the phase one of the Institute, which opened officially on May 1. “Further development of this state-of-the-art facility will improve access to leading practices in cardiac care for those living in and around Edmonton, northern Alberta and indeed, across Western Canada,” said Ron Liepert, Minister of Health and Wellness. “Making this investment now will help ensure that the facility can accommodate patient needs in years to come.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1706098 Thu, 14 Aug 2008 17:01:00 +0100 1706098 Lloydminster area benefits from enhanced health services http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1681007&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200808%2F24127937E5889-0267-6BAB-53E22C2791F7FC78.html Saskatchewan Health Minister Don McMorris and Ron Liepert, Minister of Alberta Health and Wellness for Alberta, announced an enhancement of diagnostic services in the Lloydminster area. Effective Sept. 1, the Government of Saskatchewan will cover the cost of bone mineral density tests (BMD) provided to Lloydminster and area residents who receive the test at a medical clinic located in Lloydminster on the Alberta side of the border. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1681007 Tue, 05 Aug 2008 17:31:01 +0100 1681007 New patient navigators improve access to cardiac care http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1647500&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200807%2F2405950B149CC-ADD6-4C01-F1B723737E389748.html Albertans with heart disease will receive care more quickly with the assistance of patient navigators - health professional staff who ensure patients are referred to the first available and most appropriate health service provider. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1647500 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:01:00 +0100 1647500 Ban on tobacco retail displays and ads takes effect July 1 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1555296&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200806%2F23918DA2776E1-DCB6-1659-EDDF533ABDABA68F.html Beginning July 1, retailers across the province are required to remove all point-of-sale advertising and displays of tobacco products from their shelves and store tobacco products out of sight. As of July 1, the advertising or promotion of tobacco products is prohibited in any place these products are sold. This includes: Decorative panels or backdrops that feature a brand of tobacco products. Backlit or illuminated panels that include tobacco products and brands. Countertop displays of tobacco products or other products that include a tobacco brand. Any tobacco advertisement or promotion that is visible from outside a place where tobacco products are sold. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1555296 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:01:00 +0100 1555296 Tips for avoiding mosquito bites and heat stress; summer events for the whole family; grants for researchers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1548493&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200806%2F23906CAAE5968-D194-32D3-1848F33E0A68EEBA.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. Health and safety notices Fight the bite to prevent West Nile virus infection this summer (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1548493 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 18:01:00 +0100 1548493 Fight the bite to prevent West Nile virus infection this summer http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1548492&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200806%2F23903CA714A12-A5A6-B7EE-AFC2C7EF8E479226.html Every summer mosquitoes arrive with the warmer weather and Albertans are reminded, particularly seniors, to take precautions to reduce their risk of acquiring West Nile virus (WNv). (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1548492 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 18:00:00 +0100 1548492 Province posts restaurant inspection reports online http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1545118&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200806%2F23885C1A3D071-A5A6-B7B0-07B05AF8F44AD15B.html Beginning July 1, Albertans will be able to view restaurant inspection reports online. These reports will help consumers make more informed decisions before deciding where to eat. Public Health Inspectors inspect restaurants for a wide variety of food handling practices including appropriate temperature control, hand washing, food preparation and storage. Inspection reports outlining any violations of these and other rules that could potentially endanger the public will now be posted to the health regions’ websites. The reports will be listed by restaurant and will include the past five inspections. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1545118 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 16:01:01 +0100 1545118 Alberta government provides $33.7 million for Lethbridge cancer radiation therapy centre http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1545117&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200806%2F23883C0758466-C2FB-3C8F-8F0B9001B68108E7.html Access to cancer treatment will improve with $33.7 million in provincial capital funding for a new cancer radiation therapy centre in Lethbridge. Renovations to the Chinook Regional Hospital, which will provide for the new centre, officially began with a sod-turning ceremony attended by Health and Wellness Minister Ron Liepert. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1545117 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:31:00 +0100 1545117 Senior public health officers from Capital and Calgary Health Regions to serve as Alberta's provincial medical officers of health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1532671&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200806%2F23828A6660D95-E4E2-7C07-ECD7F780389D2B56.html Effective June 23, Medical Officers of Health, Dr. Gerry Predy, Capital Health Region, and Dr. Richard Musto, Calgary Health Region, will begin the transition to act as Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health and Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Health, respectively. During the transition phase, both doctors will serve in a supporting function to Drs. Karen Grimsrud, Gloria Keays and Ameeta Singh until their contracts expire.? Both Drs. Predy and Musto will maintain their existing positions within the two regions. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1532671 Fri, 20 Jun 2008 16:01:00 +0100 1532671 Government approves vaccine program to protect girls from cancer http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1514637&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200806%2F237617ED835A4-93CA-9697-D24EF32FB5CC5196.html The Alberta government will be taking action to prevent the majority of cervical cancers. All girls entering grade 5 in September 2008 will be eligible to receive a vaccine that will prevent 70 per cent of cervical cancers. ?Grade 9 girls will also be eligible for the vaccine from September 2009 to June 2012. “The recently approved HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine will help to protect the health of future generations of women in Alberta from an illness that has affected far too many until now,” said Dr. Raj Sherman, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health and Wellness. “Preventing illness and keeping Albertans well remains our first goal.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1514637 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 23:20:30 +0100 1514637 Albertans recognized for work to keep children and youth healthy http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1490144&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200806%2F236744F7013DB-0EA3-30F9-0185EE5BA608A837.html Nine awards celebrating people and programs addressing healthy eating, physical activity and mental well-being in school communities were presented to individuals and organizations from across the province. The Healthy School Communities Award honours individuals and organizations for their work to encourage healthy lifestyles among children and youth. The award program also promotes best practices in creating healthy school communities by health authorities, school authorities, schools, communities, businesses and individuals. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1490144 Tue, 03 Jun 2008 22:01:01 +0100 1490144 New nutrition guidelines help daycares, schools and recreation facility operators plan nutritious foods http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1490143&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200806%2F236724F2F5A8B-B2F1-3686-719AAC07CAAE1BA2.html Alberta is the first province to create anutrition guidelines resource specifically for caregivers operating childcare facilities, schools and recreation centres where Alberta’s children learn, gather and play. “Individuals, families, organizations and communities need to be working together to increase the availability and appeal of healthier food choices, and to teach and model healthy eating behaviour to our children,” said Dr. Raj Sherman, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health and Wellness. ?“These new guidelines will assist operators of facilities to recognize and apply the concepts of healthy nutrition in a consistent way, so that kids will have access to healthy foods wherever they go.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1490143 Tue, 03 Jun 2008 18:31:00 +0100 1490143 Government moving ambulance services under Alberta's health system http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1475880&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200805%2F23624351D89AB-F702-035B-1E5D9D64B59FC3B8.html In a move designed to improve patient care, accountability, and efficiency, government will transfer responsibility for ground ambulance services from municipalities to the new provincial health authority. The transition will take full effect April 1, 2009. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1475880 Thu, 29 May 2008 16:01:00 +0100 1475880 Alberta's long-term care operators receive six per cent funding increase http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1473119&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200805%2F236153079EB9A-F58C-1CF1-7357B8617E8AFD47.html To help address rising costs of operations, the Alberta government will increase funding for long-term care organizations by six per cent this year, or approximately $55 million. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1473119 Wed, 28 May 2008 18:31:00 +0100 1473119 Health information for travellers, tips on exploring Alberta's historic and natural treasures, and Albertans who help seniors http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1447600&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200805%2F23553F2CBF14C-FB97-BDF3-6566570FDB3B7E65.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1447600 Fri, 16 May 2008 19:05:04 +0100 1447600 International travellers to be vaccinated against measles http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1447599&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200805%2F23547F29F2A3C-B31E-C3BB-25173B3B379B6000.html The province will provide measles vaccine free-of-charge to Albertans born in or after 1970 travelling to countries where there are measles outbreaks. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1447599 Fri, 16 May 2008 18:00:00 +0100 1447599 Albertans warned of increased risk of illness during barbecue season http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1447598&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200805%2F23548F2A6056B-976D-506F-A07CE52B1872CAB5.html Albertans are encouraged to take extra precautions at this time of year when the risk of illness related to E. coli 0157:H7 (Hamburger disease) and salmonella bacteria increases. Summer sees more people cooking outside at picnics, barbecues and on camping trips, where foods are not always handled as carefully as they should be. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1447598 Fri, 16 May 2008 18:00:00 +0100 1447598 One provincial board to govern Alberta's health system http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1443730&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200805%2F23523ED9498C0-0827-451C-E98A0B8430DC1879.html One provincial governance board will replace Alberta’s nine regional health authority boards, the Alberta Mental Health Board, Alberta Cancer Board and Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission (AADAC) to ensure the provincial health system is patient-focused and provides equitable access to all Albertans in the 21st century. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1443730 Thu, 15 May 2008 18:31:01 +0100 1443730 Communities encouraged to join Communities ChooseWell for healthy living http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1403155&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200804%2F2339095979EEE-CFA0-95BE-66EE90F3DB44495B.html Alberta communities can show they’re pumped about healthy living by registering in Communities ChooseWell 2008. Now in its third year, Communities ChooseWell is part of the provincial Healthy U initiative that encourages Albertans to lead healthier lives by eating healthy and being physically active. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1403155 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 18:31:00 +0100 1403155 No changes to health care premiums for 2008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1392708&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200804%2F233627BC20F38-BF5A-D56A-2726DA89723FBDB4.html As announced in yesterday’s budget, health premiums will be eliminated sooner than expected, however, until January 1, 2009, there will be no changes for Albertans in the way they pay and register for publicly-funded health care.  (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1392708 Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:31:01 +0100 1392708 Budget 2008 addresses population growth pressures, workforce challenges in health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1391638&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200804%2F23354775A5476-C24D-5680-58ACBEF280520FF5.html Budget highlights: Health and Wellness program spending increases by $1.1 billion, or 9.1 per cent, to $13.2 billion. Base operating funding to health authorities increases by $524 millionto $7.1 billion, an average eight per cent increase. $1.4 billion for capital projects in 2008-09 including infrastructure projects, information systems development and the purchase of vaccines.  Total includes $1.3 billion for capital grants to health authorities. Over $3.3 billion in capital support is planned over the next three years. This is an increase of $294 million over the previous plan, with $151 million of this increase for capital maintenance and renewal. An additional $20 million addresses workforce priorities. Funding is over and above dollars already provided through the provin... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1391638 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 22:11:30 +0100 1391638 2008-11 Capital Plan delivers $22.2 billion for municipalities, housing, hospitals, schools, and roads http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1391637&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200804%2F233537753CC17-B394-69F0-3064C68F5B61F339.html 2008-11 Capital Plan highlights: Overall, an increase of $3.9 billion; or 21 per cent, from Budget 2007, $3.3 billion for health facilities and equipment, $1.7 billion for schools, $1.5 billion for post-secondary facilities, $5.2 billion for provincial highways, $5 billion for municipalities, $1.1 billion for housing (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1391637 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 22:08:31 +0100 1391637 Upcoming events, public notices and safety information http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1380813&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200804%2F23342624284D8-D17A-272E-53CF2785E22928FD.html Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1380813 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 18:01:00 +0100 1380813 Spring cleaning caution - protect yourself against hantavirus http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1380812&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200804%2F2334062158754-DBD7-E6A7-CA51CF7C1F23EF70.html With warmer weather arriving and spring cleaning about to begin, the Alberta government is warning Albertans to take precautions against hantavirus. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1380812 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 18:00:00 +0100 1380812 Government launches aggressive action plan to make public health system more efficient and ensure equitable access to services http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1375392&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200804%2F233275791DEAD-C59D-FD03-CA9E332EF8509BDB.html The Alberta government will take action on a wide range of initiatives aimed at system reform to improve access to health services and make the province’s health care system more efficient and effective. The plan identifies initiatives to improve health system governance and accountability, expand health workforce recruitment, manage health services to better meet patient needs, promote healthy and safe communities and introduce new technologies for Albertans to access and understand the health system over the next nine months. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1375392 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:46:01 +0100 1375392 Mumps immunization for young adults resumes in Lethbridge area http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1341533&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200804%2F232370A7561DA-0E83-9584-2AC572DA00D9A83B.html Immunization clinics for young adults resume today in the Chinook Health Region to address a local mumps outbreak. The enhanced mumps immunization program for adults will resume province-wide in May. The program was put on hold last December pending an investigation led by Health Canada into the vaccine. The investigation is now complete and Health Canada has approved the vaccine for further distribution. “The Health Canada investigation into possible severe allergic reactions to the Mumps, Measles and Rubella (MMR) vaccine in Alberta late last fall has found the vaccine to be safe,” said Dr. Karen Grimsrud, Alberta’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health. “Given these findings, we are pleased to once again offer the vaccine in Alberta, not only for our continued... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1341533 Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:01:00 +0100 1341533 Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1250657&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Fhome%2Fnews.cfm No news releases at this time (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1250657 Fri, 22 Feb 2008 23:21:36 +0100 1250657 February events and awards bring a focus on health and volunteerism http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1193103&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200802%2F23048D5CEC869-EE0B-37F7-19F418DD5318E574.html A number of activities taking place across Alberta in February focus on mental and physical health, and recognizing volunteers. Details and contacts for further information are listed below. February is Psychology Month Celebrate Psychology Month by learning more about the contribution psychologists make to Albertans’ overall health. The Psychologists’ Association of Alberta, together with other psychological associations across Canada, are recognizing the contribution psychologists make daily to the health of Canadians through mental health promotion and mental illness prevention and treatment. Events being held by the association are listed online at www.psychologistsassociation.ab.ca. An online referral service to assist in finding a psychologist is available on the web or ... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1193103 Fri, 01 Feb 2008 17:46:01 +0100 1193103 New Peace River medical centre to expand community health care services http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1193102&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200802%2F23045D5A747B2-9CA3-14E9-1EFF2E26BEF549EB.html The Alberta government is contributing $2.5 million toward a new medical and residential centre to be located adjacent to the Peace River Hospital. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1193102 Fri, 01 Feb 2008 17:23:31 +0100 1193102 Redevelopment project approved for Medicine Hat hospital http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1190216&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200801%2F23019CE5FFA7E-CE07-9F7F-7175CFB6691AF560.html Health and Wellness Minister Dave Hancock has announced government’s authorization for the Palliser Health Region to proceed immediately with the first phase of a major reconstruction and expansion project at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital to help alleviate clinical service pressures.  The project will include renovations and a new addition to the hospital based on priorities identified by the Palliser Health Region and Alberta Health and Wellness. Areas to be redeveloped in the first phase include the emergency department, the surgical suite, maternal newborn areas, inpatient areas and an expansion to the ambulatory area. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1190216 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 17:01:00 +0100 1190216 Stroke prevention and care improved with provincial investment http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1187391&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200801%2F22988CB57DEEE-CE0F-717C-060C9B9B32A995CB.html Alberta is investing $22.5 million to support a province-wide stroke network that will help Alberta’s nine health regions to work together on prevention programs, primary and comprehensive treatment centres, telehealth links and improved after-stroke care. “The Alberta Provincial Stroke Strategy helps prevent this debilitating and costly disease, while also ensuring stroke patients receive timely expert care,” said Dave Hancock, Minister of Health and Wellness. “By investing in primary and comprehensive stroke treatment centres and telehealth links, we can provide Albertans with 24-hour access to specialists, no matter where they live in the province.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1187391 Wed, 30 Jan 2008 16:01:00 +0100 1187391 Government announces major funding to reduce pressure on acute care system and increase access to services http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1186514&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200801%2F22978C72B6D2F-DAEA-51AC-503664572F8BF41B.html The province is addressing increasing pressure on Alberta’s health care system by investing $300 million into 600 new beds and more than 200 replacement beds in seven new care centres across the province. As part of a province-wide response to address growth pressures in Alberta’s health care system, Calgary Health Region and Capital Health will each receive $125 million in capital funding for high priority long-term care projects. East Central Health and David Thompson Regional Health Authority will receive funding of $40 million and $10 million, respectively, to expand long-term care capacity. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1186514 Tue, 29 Jan 2008 21:01:00 +0100 1186514 Forum participants discuss building a healthier province http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1165519&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200801%2F229109DB19172-F5EC-BC79-AC6FA4B228F6C853.html As part of ongoing efforts to improve the health of Albertans, nearly 200 representatives of the non-profit and voluntary sectors, industry and government will share and discuss ways to build healthy communities in Alberta at a forum in Edmonton on January 21 and 22. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1165519 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 20:31:01 +0100 1165519 New provincial standards aim to prevent infections in health facilities http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1154235&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200801%2F22878839EFC9E-FE67-BA06-A43A4E7B08A5160D.html A new provincial infection prevention and control strategy with clear standards will strengthen Alberta’s health system and make the province a national leader in patient safety. “This strategy establishes a consistent approach to infection prevention and control across Alberta’s nine health regions,” said Dave Hancock, Minister of Health and Wellness. “Albertans can be assured that they are receiving high quality health care wherever they access services. Our new strategy will simply make a great health system even better.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1154235 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 18:01:00 +0100 1154235 Government increases access to cancer radiation therapy http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1141106&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200801%2F22852645EC8BF-A715-8137-9D1A98545F5299DE.html As part of the Alberta government’s commitment to improve access to clinical treatment for all Albertans, the Chinook, David Thompson and Peace Country health regions, along with the Alberta Cancer Board, are developing plans to offer cancer radiation therapy.   “These new treatment centres will improve access for rural Albertans by offering radiation therapy at more locations closer to home,” said Dave Hancock, Minister of Alberta Health and Wellness. “And, it will enable residents of Edmonton and Calgary to receive more timely care by alleviating demand at urban facilities. This improved capacity is a significant step forward in improving care for cancer patients.  It’s another way in which our government is ensuring Albertans receive the best p... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1141106 Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:31:00 +0100 1141106 New tools and tips available for municipalities and Albertans to start 2008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1129655&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200801%2F22830457ACB1C-0EE5-4876-5C30B124B1DAD13C.html As we dive into the new year, many people look for new and improved ways to get things done. One such tool to help Alberta’s municipalities is a new online database outlining financial assistance available from the Government of Alberta.  For individual Albertans, the new year is often a time to make resolutions about healthy living. Details are included below about being more active, recognizing a healthy workplace and helping Albertans quit smoking. Contacts for further information are also listed below. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1129655 Fri, 04 Jan 2008 18:01:00 +0100 1129655 Alberta boosts efforts to recruit more registered nurses http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1107271&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200712%2F22797F8658B98-C912-F35C-128415684752B073.html The Alberta government is investing more than $5 million this year to assess more internationally educated registered nurses and increase the number of registered nurses working in Alberta. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1107271 Thu, 20 Dec 2007 17:01:00 +0100 1107271 Patient care and safety improved with health facilities upgrades http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1089083&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200712%2F22732CF189BA8-BF2C-44D3-6F91B8B58D277B6C.html New fire safety systems, updated patient food service facilities and improvements to emergency departments are among the upgrades underway at health facilities across Alberta, thanks to an $87.5-million capital investment from the provincial government. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1089083 Wed, 12 Dec 2007 17:01:00 +0100 1089083 **REVISED** Province suspends mumps immunizations for young adults http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1086286&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200712%2F22728CB433D11-CA09-CEC1-8E9C8D5B5D8121EE.html In light of serious allergic reactions to the MMR (mumps, measles and rubella) vaccine in five individuals immunized during Alberta’s recent mumps campaign for young adults, Alberta Health and Wellness is suspending the province-wide campaign. Other provinces are also temporarily halting any use of the vaccine in the implicated lots, pending further investigation. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1086286 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 22:59:30 +0100 1086286 Reminders for Albertans to enjoy the holiday season http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1083119&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200712%2F22704B5D0679B-F487-0162-2C8388BE2EEDFF88.html As Albertans’ thoughts turn to the holidays, there are a number of tips to remember when planning over the next few weeks. Here are details and contacts for further information. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1083119 Mon, 10 Dec 2007 18:31:01 +0100 1083119 Twenty-four communities recognized for helping residents take healthy path http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1083118&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200712%2F22715C4EFB283-AC23-D25E-454FB1D230DCC0FE.html (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1083118 Mon, 10 Dec 2007 17:01:00 +0100 1083118 Health facility accountability and roles clarified by revised legislation http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1071260&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200712%2F22687ACACEA59-0CCD-37CD-3A4F80291E9E8AFE.html Albertans can be assured of clear accountability in the health system with the passage of legislation clarifying roles and responsibilities of health providers.  Bill 48, the Health Facilities Accountability Amendment Act, 2007, was passed by the Alberta Legislature on December 5. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1071260 Wed, 05 Dec 2007 23:46:00 +0100 1071260 Mental health treatment improved by revised legislation http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1071259&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200712%2F22685AC9BDE06-A5B9-DF6F-D6AE78CB7D8D2A61.html Additional care measures for Albertans with mental illness will soon be possible as a result of amendments to the Mental Health Act.  The Legislative Assembly passed Bill 31, the Mental Health Amendment Act, 2007, on December 5.  Proclamation is expected sometime in the coming year. “Individuals with mental illness will be able to get more timely care as a result of these amendments,” said Dave Hancock, Minister of Health and Wellness.  “While the legislation provides an important tool to assist with early intervention and treatment, we will continue our efforts to strengthen community-based mental health services across Alberta.  We are committed to supporting Albertans living with mental illness and their families to achieve greater independence and... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1071259 Wed, 05 Dec 2007 23:31:00 +0100 1071259 Greater accountability, quality assurance, and professional coordination in revised health legislation http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1071258&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200712%2F22683AC51EAE9-0168-78CA-C5AF785064A36369.html Changes to provincial legislation governing health professionals will better enable the sound governance of our health care system. The Health Professions Statutes Amendment Act, 2007 passed Third Reading in the Legislature on Wednesday, December 5, 2007.  The changes will come into force in the coming year. “Alberta’s health care system engages a variety of organizations and health professionals in caring for patients,” said Dave Hancock, Minister of Alberta Health and Wellness.  “Bill 41 recognizes that the health system is a multi-disciplinary environment, and that the responsibility and accountability for patient care is shared among colleges, health professionals, employers and government.” (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1071258 Wed, 05 Dec 2007 22:04:00 +0100 1071258 Albertans asked to commemorate Human Rights Day http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1071257&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200712%2F22670AB2BB574-9671-9E65-B8B95A6AC293E3BE.html December is often a time for reflection, and Albertans are encouraged to do just that on December 10 to commemorate International Human Rights Day. Albertans are also reminded that there are a number of events, grants, awards and learning opportunities available in the coming weeks. Here are details and contacts for further information. Recognize International Human Rights Day: December 10 To commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948 by the United Nations, every December 10 is recognized as International Human Rights Day. As Albertans and Canadians, we all have the right to participate in and contribute to the social, cultural, political and economic life we belong to. This day gives citizens and government across the world a chance t... Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1071257 Wed, 05 Dec 2007 17:01:00 +0100 1071257 Health Minister responds to Alberta physicians advertising on Bill 41 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1061372&cid=s_27966_4_f&fid=27966&url=http%3A%2F%2FAlberta.ca%2Facn%2F200711%2F2265192DE2E87-FCCF-D1E5-79EF2F36F2AB9732.html (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness) Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1061372 Fri, 30 Nov 2007 23:31:02 +0100 1061372