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March 1, 2017
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These reports provide updated data on congenital anomalies ascertained in Alberta.
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May 13, 2015
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In 2009, the World Health Organization declared the first influenza pandemic in 41 years. The new strain was named influenza A(H1N1)pdm09. In 2010, the Minister of Alberta Health and Wellness...
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July 27, 2012
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Provides weekly updates on the spread of influenza in Alberta during the 2011/2012 influenza season. Statistics tracked include: outbreaks by region, confirmed cases by week, hospitalizations,...
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February 1, 2012
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Waterpipes, commonly referred to as hookah, shisha and narghile, can have health effects similar to cigarette use and can lead to increased risks from exposure to carbon monoxide, exposure to...
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January 25, 2012
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The purpose of this report is to briefly review topics around the potential public health benefits of dental health care. The report was commissioned by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of...
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December 1, 2011
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Presents a review of the evidence on middle ear implants (MEI) for the treatment of hearing loss. The objectives of the review were to determine the safety, effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of...
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October 1, 2011
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This report provides an overview of Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) cases and rates in Alberta from 2006-2010. MRSA is the term for Staphylococcus aureus (S.A.) bacteria that...
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September 1, 2011
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The misuse and abuse of prescription drugs is harming too many Albertans. Ease of access and affordability of medications such as opioid pain relievers, stimulants, tranquillizers and sedatives,...
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February 1, 2011
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Presents a systematic review of the evidence on photodynamic therapy (PDT) for the treatment of pre-cancerous skin conditions (i.e. actinic keratosis), and non-melanoma skin cancers. The...
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November 1, 2010
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This assessment considers the evidence on using Level I (in-laboratory polysomnography) versus Level III (ambulatory, in-home) sleep studies for the diagnosis of sleep disordered breathing and...