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Alberta sexually transmitted infections and HIV

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This annual report provides a high-level overview of four notifiable sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections: chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, and infectious syphilis. Focus is placed on... More ≫

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This annual report provides a high-level overview of four notifiable sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections: chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, and infectious syphilis. Focus is placed on examining counts and rates of for the current year within the context of previous years and Alberta Health Services Zones.

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Health annual report

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The annual report of the ministry of Health contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry business plan,... More ≫

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The annual report of the ministry of Health contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry business plan, which was published as part of the previous year's budget. The report also includes financial statements for the entities making up the ministry and for which the minister is responsible.

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Food safety and licensed facility-based child care review panel final report

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The Food Safety and Licensed Facility-Based Child Care Review Panel (Review Panel) was established under Ministerial Order in response to the September 2023 Escherichia coli (E. coli) outbreak in... More ≫

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The Food Safety and Licensed Facility-Based Child Care Review Panel (Review Panel) was established under Ministerial Order in response to the September 2023 Escherichia coli (E. coli) outbreak in licensed facility-based child care facilities in Calgary linked to a shared kitchen. The Review Panel was tasked to examine food safety in kitchens that provide food in licensed child-care facilities across Alberta and make recommendations on how to better protect children in these settings. The Food Safety and Licensed Facility-Based Child Care Review Panel Final Report advises the Ministers of Health and Jobs, Economy and Trade on opportunities to strengthen the Public Health Act, Food Regulation and Institutions Regulation, the Early Learning and Child Care Act and Early Learning and Child Care Regulation, and associated inspection processes in the context of prevention of foodborne illness.

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Modernizing Alberta’s primary health care system (MAPS) : 2-year implementation plan

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The Modernizing Alberta's Primary Health Care System (MAPS) 2-Year Implementation plan builds on the MAPS reports and identifies specific actions and milestones for achievement until March 31, 2026.

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Report to Albertans : summary of facility designations under the Health Facilities Act

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This report provides an annual summary of chartered surgical facilities providing insured surgical services or uninsured inpatient surgical services that received facility designation under the... More ≫

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This report provides an annual summary of chartered surgical facilities providing insured surgical services or uninsured inpatient surgical services that received facility designation under the Health Facilities Act.

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Office of The Alberta Health Advocates annual report

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Presents the activities and accomplishments of The Office of Alberta Health Advocates during the reporting period.

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MAPS innovation forum : summary report

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Summary of the Modernizing Alberta’s Primary Health Care System (MAPS) Innovation Forum, held January 16 and 17, 2023. The forum gathered more than 115 stakeholders and community members to... More ≫

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Summary of the Modernizing Alberta’s Primary Health Care System (MAPS) Innovation Forum, held January 16 and 17, 2023. The forum gathered more than 115 stakeholders and community members to explore ideas for modernizing Alberta's primary health care 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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Strategies to manage heat : a jurisdictional scan

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In the summer of 2021, Alberta experienced multiple periods of extreme heat lasting several days. Extreme heat has the potential to cause serious negative health impacts. The impacts of heat can... More ≫

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In the summer of 2021, Alberta experienced multiple periods of extreme heat lasting several days. Extreme heat has the potential to cause serious negative health impacts. The impacts of heat can largely be prevented through early planning and implementation of appropriate public health interventions. As a step towards improving the response to extreme heat in Alberta, this jurisdictional scan creates a synthesis of common strategies used to manage heat, drawing on heat health documentation from various municipal, provincial, federal and international agencies. The findings will primarily be used to inform management options for extreme heat in Alberta.

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