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Health authority accountability in Alberta's health system

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This publication describes the structure and processes supporting accountability between the Minister of Health and Alberta’s health authorities. It references the concept of accountability within... More ≫

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This publication describes the structure and processes supporting accountability between the Minister of Health and Alberta’s health authorities. It references the concept of accountability within Alberta’s health system, outlines the broad roles, responsibilities and reporting relationships of health authorities and describes the overall process and some specific mechanisms supporting health system accountability.

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Preferred accommodation and non-standard goods or services : provincial policy framework

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The purpose of this provincial framework, in conjunction with relevant legislation, is to provide high-level guidance to health authority decision-making with respect to the provision of... More ≫

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The purpose of this provincial framework, in conjunction with relevant legislation, is to provide high-level guidance to health authority decision-making with respect to the provision of non-standard (enhanced) goods and services and preferred accommodation.

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Getting on with better health care

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In the Spring of 2005, the provincial government hosted a symposium on health care and followed this up with a province-wide consultation to discuss how to improve Alberta’s health system. This... More ≫

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In the Spring of 2005, the provincial government hosted a symposium on health care and followed this up with a province-wide consultation to discuss how to improve Alberta’s health system. This was followed with the development of a series of action items, which are outlined in this package.

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Framework for a healthy Alberta

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The Premier's Advisory Council on Health made its first recommendation "to stay healthy." It called on the Government of Alberta to set clear 10-year objectives and targets for health, focusing on... More ≫

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The Premier's Advisory Council on Health made its first recommendation "to stay healthy." It called on the Government of Alberta to set clear 10-year objectives and targets for health, focusing on reducing risk factors, and to track progress towards those targets. In response, this Framework for A Healthy Alberta sets objectives and targets to guide the Government of Alberta's action in promoting health and preventing disease and injury to the year 2012. As well, regional health authorities and community organizations can use the Framework to guide their policies, programs and services.

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Alberta diabetes strategy : 2003-2013

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Diabetes is a serious, chronic health condition and is viewed as a major cause of and contributor to extensive morbidity and mortality among Albertans. The Alberta Government is committed to... More ≫

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Diabetes is a serious, chronic health condition and is viewed as a major cause of and contributor to extensive morbidity and mortality among Albertans. The Alberta Government is committed to developing a provincial strategy to reduce the risk of developing diabetes and related complications. This document presents this strategy and the coordinated and comprehensive approach Alberta Health and Wellness will take to address the prevention, care and management of diabetes in Alberta.

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West Nile virus : Alberta’s response plan (2003)

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Under the leadership of the Provincial Health Office, four government departments have expanded and updated a coordinated provincial plan for responding to West Nile virus in Alberta. The purpose... More ≫

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Under the leadership of the Provincial Health Office, four government departments have expanded and updated a coordinated provincial plan for responding to West Nile virus in Alberta. The purpose of the plan is to minimize the risk of WNv infection to humans. A number of coordinated activities will provide a comprehensive program for surveillance or monitoring for WNv in Alberta, communicating with the public and with professionals, and targeted mosquito control activities.

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Alberta's healthy aging and seniors wellness strategic framework 2002-2012

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Alberta's population is aging. The government, in collaboration with its partners, is actively planning to enable "seniors to be healthier to a more advanced age." The Healthy Aging and Seniors... More ≫

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Alberta's population is aging. The government, in collaboration with its partners, is actively planning to enable "seniors to be healthier to a more advanced age." The Healthy Aging and Seniors Wellness Strategic Framework is one of the projects of the cross ministry Seniors Policy Initiative (SPI). It builds upon the work of the Long Term Care Review Policy Advisory Committee (Healthy Aging: New Directions for Care) and the Government-Wide Study on the Impact of the Aging Population in Alberta (ALBERTA FOR ALL AGES: Directions for the Future).

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Alberta aboriginal HIV strategy, 2001-2004

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Aboriginal people are over-represented with the risk factors that lead to HIV infection and data suggest that the level of infection is rising. The HIV issues for the Aboriginal people are... More ≫

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Aboriginal people are over-represented with the risk factors that lead to HIV infection and data suggest that the level of infection is rising. The HIV issues for the Aboriginal people are serious, adding to an already complex and long-standing array of health and social challenges that face Aboriginal people and their communities. The Aboriginal HIV/AIDS Strategy presents a culturally-appropriate approach to the prevention of HIV and for the care and support of Aboriginal people with HIV/AIDS.

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Summary: Strategic directions and future actions: Healthy aging and continuing care in Alberta

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Strategic Directions and Future Actions: Healthy Aging and Continuing Care in Alberta presents a strategic plan developed by the Alberta government in response to the final report of the Long Term... More ≫

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Strategic Directions and Future Actions: Healthy Aging and Continuing Care in Alberta presents a strategic plan developed by the Alberta government in response to the final report of the Long Term Care Review. The plan will enable the health system to provide Albertans and especially seniors with the health services they need as they age. This four-page summary presents a brief overview of the strategic plan and the actions the government will take to implement the recommendations of the Long Term Care Review.

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Strategic directions and future actions : healthy aging and continuing care in Alberta

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In November 1999, the Minister of Health and Wellness released the final report of the Long Term Care Review: Healthy Aging: New Directions for Care. The report recommends a new vision for... More ≫

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In November 1999, the Minister of Health and Wellness released the final report of the Long Term Care Review: Healthy Aging: New Directions for Care. The report recommends a new vision for continuing care and seniors’ health in Alberta to meet the changing needs of aging Albertans. The report was released for public review and feedback. There is strong support for the new vision and recommendations of the report from the following respondents: health authorities, provincial professional organizations, consumer organizations, government departments and the public. Alberta Health and Wellness has developed a document entitled Strategic Directions and Future Actions, Healthy Aging and Continuing Care in Alberta based on the results of the stakeholder, public response and departmental analysis. These strategic directions are designed to shift to the new vision and principles for continuing care and to implement the recommendations of the Long Term Care Review Policy Advisory Committee...

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