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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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Assessing the impact of an established peer support model on the mental health of public safety personnel

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Presents findings of a study conducted to assess the impact of providing a high-fidelity implementation of a specific model of structured peer support for individuals in four integrated fire and... More ≫

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Presents findings of a study conducted to assess the impact of providing a high-fidelity implementation of a specific model of structured peer support for individuals in four integrated fire and emergency medical services departments. Public safety personnel who had previously participated in peer support reported greater perceived peer support skills and greater perceived value of peer support than those with no previous peer support participation. The evidence for peer support appears promising for supporting the mental health of public safety personnel.

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Toward an Alberta model of wellness : recommendations from the Alberta Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Council

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Outlines the recommendations of the Alberta Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Council, which was appointed in November 2019 to provide recommendations to improve access to recovery-oriented... More ≫

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Outlines the recommendations of the Alberta Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Council, which was appointed in November 2019 to provide recommendations to improve access to recovery-oriented care and better support Albertans who need help to get on their path to recovery.

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Improving quality of life for residents in facility-based continuing care : Alberta facility-based continuing care review recommendations : final report

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The government has made it a priority to improve the quality of life of residents in facility-based continuing care. Alberta Health contracted MNP LLP to conduct a review of Alberta’s... More ≫

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The government has made it a priority to improve the quality of life of residents in facility-based continuing care. Alberta Health contracted MNP LLP to conduct a review of Alberta’s facility-based continuing care system and submit a final report and recommendations to the Minister of Health. The final report makes recommendations to government that would transform and modernize Alberta’s facility-based continuing care system.

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Inquiry for Ministry of Health (Queen Elizabeth ll Hospital, Grande Prairie)

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Independent third-party investigation into a 2016 workplace incident at the Grande Prairie Queen Elizabeth II Hospital.

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POWERPLAY : building employee health and safety through prevention

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Presents results of a project to evaluate a workplace health program called POWERPLAY. The program was designed to promote physical activity and mental wellness in male-dominated industries in... More ≫

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Presents results of a project to evaluate a workplace health program called POWERPLAY. The program was designed to promote physical activity and mental wellness in male-dominated industries in Alberta. The researcher also aimed to develop and test new modules for the program focused on sleep. The results of this research will generate important learnings to further the understanding of how employees in male-dominated industries can be supported to be more physically active, mentally resilient, and achieve healthy sleep.

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Sun exposure in outdoor workers : measurements and monitoring

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Presents findings of a research study on outdoor workers health as it relates to their exposure to solar ultraviolet radiation. The study involved two distinct sub-projects: a quantitative... More ≫

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Presents findings of a research study on outdoor workers health as it relates to their exposure to solar ultraviolet radiation. The study involved two distinct sub-projects: a quantitative assessment of exposure to solar UVR in outdoor workers in Alberta, and a qualitative assessment of the best way to design a surveillance program for the occupational health of outdoor workers.

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Developing a compendium of policy levers and opportunities to reduce exposure to antineoplastic (cytotoxic) drugs in pharmacies

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Presents results of a study aiming to inform policymakers about policy levers and opportunities to reduce occupational exposure to antineoplastic (chemotherapy drugs or cytotoxic drugs) drugs.

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Ergonomics evaluation of exoskeletons in agriculture

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Presents findings of a study conducted to investigate both directly-measured exposure to risk factors and farmer-reported usability experience of a commercially-available exoskeleton during work... More ≫

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Presents findings of a study conducted to investigate both directly-measured exposure to risk factors and farmer-reported usability experience of a commercially-available exoskeleton during work tasks in the agricultural sector. The research aimed to understand potential facilitators for, and barriers to, farmers' adoption of exoskeletons and to better understand how the use of an exoskeleton may assist farmers during work tasks and potentially reduce back pain and related disability. Funding for the study was provided by a grant from the OHS Futures Research Funding Program.

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