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Domestic Well Water Quality in Alberta - Trace Elements

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In rural Alberta, 90 per cent of people use private well water supplies for domestic use (e.g., drinking, cooking, bathing). Domestic well water systems are not regulated by the provincial or... More ≫

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In rural Alberta, 90 per cent of people use private well water supplies for domestic use (e.g., drinking, cooking, bathing). Domestic well water systems are not regulated by the provincial or federal governments. The Government of Alberta along with Alberta Health Services (AHS) provides water chemistry testing of private well water and information and advice on safe water for domestic purposes; however, it is the responsibility of well owners to ensure the quality and safety of their water supply. Water quality may be impacted by contamination from natural sources or human activities and cause noticeable aesthetic issues or potential health concerns. Water samples are collected and submitted by well owners through local AHS sites for analysis of routine chemistry and trace element parameters. Routine chemistry testing focuses on the suitability of the water for drinking and household use with two health-related parameters. For trace elements, testing used to be conducted only when...

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Investment management agreements for post-secondary institutions, 2023-2025

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Under the Post-Secondary Learning Act, the boards of all public post-secondary institutions and independent academic institutions must enter into an investment management agreement with the... More ≫

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Under the Post-Secondary Learning Act, the boards of all public post-secondary institutions and independent academic institutions must enter into an investment management agreement with the Minister of Advanced Education. These agreements must include the mandate of the institution, performance metrics for the institution, and anything else determined by the Minister. The agreements are the primary accountability instrument of a performance-based funding model for Alberta's post-secondary system and incentivize institutions to work collectively to achieve the goals of Alberta 2030. This record contains all signed investment management agreements for the period 2022-2025.

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Investment management agreements for post-secondary institutions, 2022-2025

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Investment Management Agreements are contracts between publicly-funded post-secondary institutions and the Minister of Advanced Education. The agreements are the primary accountability instrument... More ≫

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Investment Management Agreements are contracts between publicly-funded post-secondary institutions and the Minister of Advanced Education. The agreements are the primary accountability instrument of a performance-based funding model, in that they incentivize institutions to work collectively to achieve the goals of Alberta 2030. They are also a requirement under the Post-Secondary Learning Act. This record contains all 26 signed investment management agreements for the period 2022-2025.

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Investment management agreements for post-secondary institutions, 2021-2022

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Investment Management Agreements are contracts between publicly-funded post-secondary institutions and the Minister of Advanced Education. The agreements are the primary accountability instrument... More ≫

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Investment Management Agreements are contracts between publicly-funded post-secondary institutions and the Minister of Advanced Education. The agreements are the primary accountability instrument of a performance-based funding model, in that they incentivize institutions to work collectively to achieve the goals of Alberta 2030. They are also a requirement under the Post-Secondary Learning Act. This record contains all 26 signed investment management agreements for the period 2021-2022.

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Surface water chemistry data from the Athabasca Oil sands in-situ area - tabular data.

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The dataset contains the results of analyses of surface water samples collected by AGS in the summer of 1999. Three lakes, three creeks, one stream and two rivers were sampled as part of a water... More ≫

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The dataset contains the results of analyses of surface water samples collected by AGS in the summer of 1999. Three lakes, three creeks, one stream and two rivers were sampled as part of a water sampling program carried out by AGS in the Athabasca Oil Sands in-situ area of Alberta. This area extends from approximately 55.34 degrees north latitude to 55.96 degrees north latitude, and 110.5 degrees west longitude to 111.8 degrees west longitude. The datum is NAD83. The dataset contains information on laboratory measured pH and conductivity, major, minor and trace element concentrations, as well as stable isotope ratio values of oxygen and hydrogen. AGS staff collected the samples using a discrete sampling method. The sample bottle was dipped into the surface water body and partially filled with water, rinsed and the water was discarded. The bottle was then filled and capped. The sample was subsequently filtered on site using a 0.45 micron filter. A sample was acidified for minor and...

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Corneal crosslinking for Keratoconus and other corneal thinning disorders

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Corneal thinning disorders are rare progressive disorders that can either be caused by a primary disease process (keratoconus) or may be secondary to another process; such as post... More ≫

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Corneal thinning disorders are rare progressive disorders that can either be caused by a primary disease process (keratoconus) or may be secondary to another process; such as post laser-in-situ-keratomileusis (LASIK) induced keratectasia (KE). It has been estimated that the most common corneal thinning disorder, keratoconus (KC), affects 1 in every 2000 people globally. Corneal crosslinking using riboflavin and ultraviolet-A radiation (CXL) is an emerging technology which may be used for managing corneal thinning disorders. The purpose of this review is to determine the safety, clinical efficacy, social impact and economic value of CXL for the management of corneal thinning disorders.

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A health technology assessment of transient elastography in liver disease

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Liver disease affects over two million Canadians. Liver biopsy is the current standard of care for diagnosing, staging and monitoring liver disease. It is an invasive procedure associated with a... More ≫

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Liver disease affects over two million Canadians. Liver biopsy is the current standard of care for diagnosing, staging and monitoring liver disease. It is an invasive procedure associated with a number of risks including bleeding, hospitalization and death. Transient elastography (TE) is an alternative, non-invasive, method of staging and monitoring liver. The intent of this report is to use current literature to determine the safety, effectiveness, social considerations and cost-effectiveness of TE for the diagnosis, staging and monitoring of liver damage associated with various liver diseases and complications due to liver transplant. The report also reviews the use of TE in paediatric patients, the use of acoustic radiation force imaging, and non-liver applications of TE.

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STE report : transarterial radioembolization for the treatment of hepatic neoplasia : final STE report

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The report reviews the use of transarterial radioembolization (TARE) for the treatment of primary and secondary hepatic neoplasia for the purpose of considering its potential as a publically... More ≫

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The report reviews the use of transarterial radioembolization (TARE) for the treatment of primary and secondary hepatic neoplasia for the purpose of considering its potential as a publically funded health service in Alberta.

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The University of Calgary mandate

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Presents the institutional mandate of the University of Calgary as approved by the Minister of Advanced Education and Technology on August 12, 2010. The University of Calgary is one of four... More ≫

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Presents the institutional mandate of the University of Calgary as approved by the Minister of Advanced Education and Technology on August 12, 2010. The University of Calgary is one of four comprehensive academic and research institutions in the province, which provide comprehensive baccalaureate and graduate programs to their students.

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Vitamin D testing : rapid literature review

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The clinical utility of testing individuals deemed at average risk for vitamin D deficiency has received the attention of the medical community in recent years. The objectives of this literature... More ≫

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The clinical utility of testing individuals deemed at average risk for vitamin D deficiency has received the attention of the medical community in recent years. The objectives of this literature review were: to outline the specific indications for vitamin D testing as reflected in the literature; to identify the number and type of studies for each indication; to review the abstracts of vitamin D randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews and meta-analyses; and to review the Health Technology Assessment reports available.

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