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Creating connections : Alberta's addiction and mental health strategy : interim report 2011-2014

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This interim report is intended to provide a snapshot of activities related to implementing Alberta’s Creating Connections Strategy from 2011 to 2013. Under each strategic direction, a high-level... More ≫

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This interim report is intended to provide a snapshot of activities related to implementing Alberta’s Creating Connections Strategy from 2011 to 2013. Under each strategic direction, a high-level progress update is provided, along with comments related to the important work completed to date. Key achievements and upcoming milestones are identified.

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Ministerial Order 148/2014 [Clinical ARP program parameters]

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Sets out the program parameters for Clinical Alternative Relationship Plans, including duties, functions, roles and responsibilities of participating physicians, Alberta Health Services and... More ≫

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Sets out the program parameters for Clinical Alternative Relationship Plans, including duties, functions, roles and responsibilities of participating physicians, Alberta Health Services and Alberta Health and Wellness with respect to the provision of and compensation for providing program services under any Clinical Alternative Relationship Plans established by the Minister.

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Tuberculosis surveillance report Alberta 2005 to 2009, with preliminary summary 2010

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This report from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health is the latest in a series of annual reports of tuberculosis control in Alberta. It spans the five-year period from 2005 to 2009,... More ≫

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This report from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health is the latest in a series of annual reports of tuberculosis control in Alberta. It spans the five-year period from 2005 to 2009, and as such allows both a longitudinal and current view of key measures of tuberculosis control in the province.

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2011/12 influenza surveillance report

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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,... More ≫

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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, antiviral prescriptions, and number of cases of influenza-like illnesses. Also includes links to websites with Canadian and international influenza activity statistics.

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Health and Wellness annual report [2000 - 2012]

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Annual report for the ministry of Alberta Health and Wellness of the province of Alberta.

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Alberta West Nile Virus summary report

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This annual report provides information on the incidence of the West Nile virus (WNV) in Alberta and Alberta's actions to respond to the virus for the calendar year under review. In each year... More ≫

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This annual report provides information on the incidence of the West Nile virus (WNV) in Alberta and Alberta's actions to respond to the virus for the calendar year under review. In each year covered by an annual report, an interdepartmental committee was established to prepare a provincial response plan to address potential WNV risks in Alberta.

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Public health disease under surveillance management guidelines : cryptococcosis (gattii)

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the reporting of Cryptococcosis (gattii) as a notifiable disease. Includes a case definition and... More ≫

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the reporting of Cryptococcosis (gattii) as a notifiable disease. Includes a case definition and reporting requirements for the disease. The guidelines were developed by Alberta Health with input and advice from Medical Officers of Health, public health nurses, public health inspectors and medical infectious disease specialists.

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Waterpipe smoking in Alberta

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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... More ≫

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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 second hand smoke and tobacco addiction. This report from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health looks at the problems associated with waterpipe smoking, trends in the use of waterpipes in Canada, and current actions being taken in Canada and in Alberta. It ends with a recommendation that Alberta begin work on amending the Tobacco Reduction Act to prohibit the use of waterpipe smoking in public places, workplaces and within 5 meters from the doorway, window or air intake to a public place or workplace.

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The state of dental health in Alberta : a brief report

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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... More ≫

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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 Health and prepared by the School of Public Health at the University of Alberta. Topics covered include: the prevalence and impacts of poor dental health to Canadians at the individual and population level; the dental health practices and insurance coverage of Canadians; policy and program initiatives that have been implemented locally, provincially, and nationally to address the issue of dental health promotion and oral health care coverage; and trends and gaps in knowledge around dental health care.

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Health and Wellness business plan [1999 - 2012]

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry... More ≫

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry business plan encompasses the department and all consolidated entities, and aligns with the strategic direction of the Government of Alberta. Each business plan includes a description of the ministry, desired outcomes, priority initiatives, and performance measures and indicators. Current and forecast budgeting information for the planning period is also included.

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