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The way forward : the Indigenous Primary Health Care Implementation Panel’s plan to advance the recommendations from Honouring Our Roots: Growing Together Towards a Culturally Safe, Wholistic Primary Health Care System for Indigenous Peoples

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The Way Forward is a comprehensive plan to advance the Indigenous Primary Health Care's Advisory Panel's recommendations, respecting diverse well-being definitions within Indigenous communities.... More ≫

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The Way Forward is a comprehensive plan to advance the Indigenous Primary Health Care's Advisory Panel's recommendations, respecting diverse well-being definitions within Indigenous communities. The plan centres Indigenous voices, avoiding tokenistic practices, and adopting trauma-informed, person-centered perspectives and acknowledges the diverse health needs within Indigenous communities. It is committed to increasing life expectancy and overall health, involving community input and respecting cultural protocols while prioritizing culturally safe and holistic healthcare, honoring Indigenous expertise and traditions. Designed as a living document that will be updated to reflect evolving Indigenous health and Alberta's healthcare system.

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Alberta emergency medical services dispatch review : report to the Government of Alberta

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A review of Alberta’s emergency medical services dispatch system was conducted to identify opportunities to improve the system and provide recommendations on strategies to implement changes with... More ≫

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A review of Alberta’s emergency medical services dispatch system was conducted to identify opportunities to improve the system and provide recommendations on strategies to implement changes with the goal of improving patient outcomes. The review included a comparison of the Alberta Health Services dispatch model with nine comparable systems from other provinces and other countries, as well as internal and external stakeholder engagement. Alberta’s government will be accepting all recommendations and is working on a plan of action to carry them out.

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Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee final report

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The Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee was established on January 24, 2022 to explore issues facing the emergency medical services (EMS) system that may contribute to service pressures,... More ≫

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The Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee was established on January 24, 2022 to explore issues facing the emergency medical services (EMS) system that may contribute to service pressures, gaps and human resource/workforce challenges. This included: examining ground ambulance, air ambulance and dispatch services; reviewing procedures and policies related to the delivery of EMS services; and identifying current and emerging issues that impact EMS delivery in Alberta. This final report presents the results of the committee's work, and presents over 50 recommendations to enhance the EMS system so that it is strong, sustainable and provides quality care for patients. Alberta’s government will be accepting all recommendations and is working on a plan of action to carry them out.

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Helicopter emergency medical services report 2021

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This report reviews the helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) system in Alberta and provides recommendations for service planning and future policy work. Air ambulance, which includes HEMS,... More ≫

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This report reviews the helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) system in Alberta and provides recommendations for service planning and future policy work. Air ambulance, which includes HEMS, is an integral part of the overall provincial health and emergency medical services system, and is particularly vital in rural Alberta where access to critical care may not be available in a time-appropriate manner through the use of ground ambulance services.

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Report to the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General : public inquiry into the death of Morley Howard Johnsen

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Morley Howard Johnsen, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes... More ≫

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Morley Howard Johnsen, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes recommendations on how to prevent similar incidents which led to the death under investigation. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about public fatality inquiries.

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Inquiry for Ministry of Health (Queen Elizabeth ll Hospital, Grande Prairie)

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Independent third-party investigation into a 2016 workplace incident at the Grande Prairie Queen Elizabeth II Hospital.

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Report to the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General : public inquiry into the death of Wenhuan (Jason) Xu

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Wenhuan (Jason) Xu, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes... More ≫

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Wenhuan (Jason) Xu, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes recommendations on how to prevent similar incidents which led to the death under investigation. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about public fatality inquiries.

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Report to the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General : public inquiry into the death of Dennis Bishop

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Dennis Bishop, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes... More ≫

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Dennis Bishop, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes recommendations on how to prevent similar incidents which led to the death under investigation. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about public fatality inquiries.

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Review of Connect Care, Alberta Netcare and MyHealth Records : final report

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This reports presents the results of an independent third-party review of Connect Care, Netcare, and MyHealth Records. The review included comprehensive engagement to gain insights and... More ≫

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This reports presents the results of an independent third-party review of Connect Care, Netcare, and MyHealth Records. The review included comprehensive engagement to gain insights and perspectives from senior health information management professionals, interested parties and end-users. This report presents the findings of the review and includes 14 recommendations representing opportunities to make proactive decisions to avoid future cost, risk and duplication, and progress towards a suggested future-state model. It includes an implementation roadmap sequenced to enable Alberta to manage and balance the pace of implementation within a fiscally-constrained environment and make informed decisions that will deliver patient-centric care and support Alberta's position as a digital health leader.

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Mass fatality plan

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The Mass Fatality Plan provides guidance to Alberta's municipalities in the development of their emergency management plans, and will act as an operational framework to inform first responder,... More ≫

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The Mass Fatality Plan provides guidance to Alberta's municipalities in the development of their emergency management plans, and will act as an operational framework to inform first responder, municipal, and provincial activity during a mass fatality incident. It also describes the method by which the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will work with municipal government, law enforcement, provincial government departments, the funeral services industry, the healthcare sector, and other stakeholders in the event of a mass fatality incident in Alberta.

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