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Cyanobacterial blooms in Alberta recreational waters

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Cyanobacteria (also referred to as blue-green algae) are common photosynthetic bacteria that live in surface waters. Under favorable conditions, such as warm water and high nutrient content, these ... More ≫

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Cyanobacteria (also referred to as blue-green algae) are common photosynthetic bacteria that live in surface waters. Under favorable conditions, such as warm water and high nutrient content, these bacteria can form nuisance “blooms”. The presence of blooms in recreational water causes unpleasant aesthetics and exposure to some toxin-producing blooms may pose potential health risks. Contact with blooms can cause skin rashes and irritation, itchy eyes, and ear infections. Inhaling water may cause allergic-like reactions, runny noses or sore throats. Ingestion of toxins can cause a range of symptoms (e.g., hepatotoxic or neurotoxic effects, and even death). There has been increased public awareness as a result of research over the past 20 years, recent monitoring efforts, and increased public education on the topic. In 2009, Alberta Health and Alberta Health Services began seasonal monitoring for cyanobacterial blooms at high use recreational beaches. In 2019, beach operators took over...

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Number of Facilities Providing Basic Health Services

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This table provides statistics of Facilities that provided basic health services by type of facility. This table is an Excel version of a table in the “Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan ... More ≫

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This table provides statistics of Facilities that provided basic health services by type of facility. This table is an Excel version of a table in the “Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan Statistical Supplement” report published annually by Alberta Health.

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Out-of-Country Health Services Program: Applications Reviewed by Out-of-Country Health Services Committee (OOCHSC)

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This table provides a comparison of annual statistics on Status of Applications to the Out-of-Country Health Services Program for required services not available in Alberta that were Reviewed by ... More ≫

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This table provides a comparison of annual statistics on Status of Applications to the Out-of-Country Health Services Program for required services not available in Alberta that were Reviewed by the Out-of-Country Health Services Committee. This table is an Excel version of a table in the “Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan Statistical Supplement” report published annually by Alberta Health.

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Out-of-Province Hospital Services: Distribution of Payments, Number of Services and Discrete Patients

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This table provides statistics on the Distribution of Payments, Number of Services and Discrete Patients for Out-of-Province Hospital Services under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP). ... More ≫

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This table provides statistics on the Distribution of Payments, Number of Services and Discrete Patients for Out-of-Province Hospital Services under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP). This table is an Excel version of a table in the “Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan Statistical Supplement” report published annually by Alberta Health.

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Out-of-Country Basic Health Services: Top 50 Health Service Codes for the Services Provided in Other Countries (Except US)

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This table provides statistics on the Top 50 Health Service Codes for services provided to Alberta Residents in Other Countries (Except United States). This table is an Excel version of a table ... More ≫

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This table provides statistics on the Top 50 Health Service Codes for services provided to Alberta Residents in Other Countries (Except United States). This table is an Excel version of a table in the “Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan Statistical Supplement” report published annually by Alberta Health.

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Out-of-Country Health Services Program: Applications Reviewed by Appeal Panel

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This table provides a comparison of annual statistics on Status of Applications to the Out-of-Country Health Services Program for required services not available in Alberta that were Reviewed by ... More ≫

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This table provides a comparison of annual statistics on Status of Applications to the Out-of-Country Health Services Program for required services not available in Alberta that were Reviewed by the Appeal Panel. This table is an Excel version of a table in the “Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan Statistical Supplement” report published annually by Alberta Health.

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Out-of-Country Basic Health Services: Top 50 Health Service Codes for the Services Provided in United States

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This table provides statistics on the Top 50 Health Service Codes for services provided to Alberta Residents in the United States. This table is an Excel version of a table in the “Alberta Health ... More ≫

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This table provides statistics on the Top 50 Health Service Codes for services provided to Alberta Residents in the United States. This table is an Excel version of a table in the “Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan Statistical Supplement” report published annually by Alberta Health.

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The Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) bulletin [151 to current]

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Alberta Aids to Daily Living assists Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic illness or terminal illness, in maintaining independence in their community. AADL provides funding for basic ... More ≫

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Alberta Aids to Daily Living assists Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic illness or terminal illness, in maintaining independence in their community. AADL provides funding for basic medical equipment and supplies to meet clinically assessed needs. The AADL bulletin provides notices, updates and reminders to AADL providers, vendors, suppliers and other interested parties.

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Responses to public fatality inquiry recommendations

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This dataset serves as a public tracking system for responses to recommendations made by judges as a result of a public fatality inquiry. For each inquiry, the tracking system records the name of ... More ≫

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This dataset serves as a public tracking system for responses to recommendations made by judges as a result of a public fatality inquiry. For each inquiry, the tracking system records the name of the deceased, the cause and manner of death, the recommendations made by the judge to prevent similar deaths, the persons and organizations who were asked to respond to the recommendations, and their responses, if any.

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Top 50 Health Service Codes for In Province Medical Reciprocal Services

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This table provides statistics on the Top 50 Health Service Codes for services provided in Alberta health care facilities to patients who are not Alberta residents. This table is an Excel version ... More ≫

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This table provides statistics on the Top 50 Health Service Codes for services provided in Alberta health care facilities to patients who are not Alberta residents. This table is an Excel version of a table in the “Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan Statistical Supplement” report published annually by Alberta Health.

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