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H1N1 vaccine available to all Albertans over six months of age starting Nov. 23Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - November 20, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Amendment clarifies sharing of information between ambulance attendants and policeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - November 18, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Children and their families next to receive H1N1 vaccineEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - November 18, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Province's H1N1 vaccine program expands to more AlbertansEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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.  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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - November 16, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

More highest-risk groups eligible for H1N1 vaccineEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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,...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - November 13, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Targeted H1N1 immunization of priority groups expandsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - November 10, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Targeted H1N1 immunization of priority groups expandsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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 m...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - November 6, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Proposed legislative changes support use of community treatment ordersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - November 2, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Statement from Alberta public health officialsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - November 1, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

H1N1 vaccine rollout continuesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - October 29, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Albertans urged to limit consumption of some species of fishEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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.  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 F...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - October 23, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta prepared for second wave of H1N1Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - October 21, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta to reduce drug costs and increase access to new drugsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - October 20, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Team named to guide Alberta Hospital Edmonton implementation planEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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 physician...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - October 6, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta to start regular flu vaccine program in OctoberEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - October 1, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Early intervention, ongoing treatment focus of changes to mental health lawEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - September 30, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Province appoints senior provincial medical officers of healthEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - September 15, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Foreign visitor dies in H1N1-related case in CalgaryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - September 4, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Advisory committee to focus on improving patient care and health system performanceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - September 1, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta confirms first 2009 human case of West Nile virusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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 preven...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - August 31, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Emergency care capacity to increase in EdmontonEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - August 29, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Patient Care Remains Priority as Second Stage of Deficit Elimination Framework BeginsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - August 26, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

AHS accelerates move to community-based mental health careEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - August 14, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Albertans eligible for free seasonal influenza vaccineEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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.  “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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - July 23, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta and B.C. team up on joint purchasing agreementEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - July 21, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Be safe with motorcyles; protect yourself against H1N1 flu; historic fighter plane on display; community board members announcedEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - July 10, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Take proper precautions against H1N1 during the summer months and beyondEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - July 10, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Second Alberta fatality associated with H1N1 fluEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Alberta has confirmed a second death associated with the H1N1 flu.  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.&r...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - July 6, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Public reminded to be vigilant following laptop theftsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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.  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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 24, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

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 ActEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 19, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Taking proper precautions reduces the risk of exposure to rabiesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 19, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Sun protection is essential this summer for AlbertansEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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 weari...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 19, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Short-term barbecue season can lead to long-term health problemsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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.  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, ...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 19, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Reminder for outdoor enthusiasts to prepare for WNv seasonEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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.  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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 19, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Protect yourself against hantavirusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 19, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Province strengthens mental health and addiction programsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 15, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta continues to monitor H1N1 flu virusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 11, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Stroke hotline increases access to specialist careEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - June 8, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Healthy school communities recognized; fire bans in parks; wildlife ambassadors being trained; input sought on Glennifer Lake recreation area; annual hunters' draw starts June 2Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Click on the links below for the complete information bulletin and contact on each topic. (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - May 29, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Tuberculosis case identified in Albertan who traveled to B.C. by Greyhound busEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - May 28, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Pathology results inconclusive on northern Alberta womanEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - May 14, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

New legislation aims to strengthen province's ability to recover health costsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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  May 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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - May 11, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta opens additional addiction and mental health treatment bedsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The province has opened 50 new mental health and addiction treatment beds in south and central Alberta.  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.  These beds are part of the continuum of services for individuals with mental ...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - May 8, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta confirms first fatality associated with H1N1 fluEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - May 8, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Online resources help farmers and young driver; events planned for emergency preparedness week; awards recognize healthy communities, recreation volunteersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Weekly Alberta government information and public notices (Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - May 1, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Proposed legislation provides more accessible drug coverage, improved drug review processEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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, adjusti...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - April 29, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta confirms two cases of human swine influenzaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - April 28, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Alberta on alert for swine influenzaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - April 26, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Government improves seniors' drug planEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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.  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.” (Sou...
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - April 23, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Health capital plan focused on patients and improved accessEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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)
Source: Alberta.ca from- Health and Wellness - April 7, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations