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Alberta Health conformance overview

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This document provides high-level information to software vendors regarding integration with Alberta Health applications and the conformance process.

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Alberta immunization policy

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The Alberta Immunization Policy outlines the policies for the provision of publicly-funded immunizations in Alberta. It contains a complete listing of vaccines and biologicals that are... More ≫

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The Alberta Immunization Policy outlines the policies for the provision of publicly-funded immunizations in Alberta. It contains a complete listing of vaccines and biologicals that are publicly-funded and indications for their use. PLEASE NOTE: These policies and documents are revised as new research and national recommendations become available. Please ensure you are always referencing the current version of the document. Check this page regularly for updates. The Canadian Immunization Guide recommendations should be consulted when further information about immunization is required.

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Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) Caseload

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This Seniors, Community and Social Services (SCSS) dataset describes the monthly Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) caseload in Alberta. The AISH program provides financial and... More ≫

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This Seniors, Community and Social Services (SCSS) dataset describes the monthly Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) caseload in Alberta. The AISH program provides financial and health benefits to eligible adult Albertans with a permanent medical condition that prevents them from earning a living.   Caseloads are reported as the actual volume each month and by the Alberta government’s fiscal year. Depending on an individual’s situation, some AISH benefits may also be provided for a spouse or partner and dependent children.   Monthly caseloads are also shown as a portion of the entire Alberta population; and by gender, age, primary medical condition, family composition, employment participation and six service delivery regions across the province.   For locations of AISH delivery regions, choose the Alberta Seniors, Community and Social Services Regions Map within the Resources section.  

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Continuing care design standards and best practices in Alberta, 2023 (CCDS)

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Promotes innovative design for continuing care homes (which includes long-term care and designated supportive living) and supportive living accommodations that provide continuing care services in... More ≫

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Promotes innovative design for continuing care homes (which includes long-term care and designated supportive living) and supportive living accommodations that provide continuing care services in Alberta. The overall goal of the resource is to integrate design concepts to facilitate the provision of quality accommodation and health care services within comfortable, safe, aesthetically pleasing, and home-like environments. All newly-constructed continuing care homes larger than 14 spaces that receive public funding must meet the standards outlined in this document. In cases of difference between these documents and national/provincial codes, the most restricted and higher requirements shall govern.

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Tobacco and vaping reduction strategy

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The Tobacco and Vaping Reduction Strategy builds on the 2012-2022 Creating Tobacco-free Futures: Alberta’s Strategy to Prevent and Reduce Tobacco Use, incorporating vaping products and ensuring... More ≫

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The Tobacco and Vaping Reduction Strategy builds on the 2012-2022 Creating Tobacco-free Futures: Alberta’s Strategy to Prevent and Reduce Tobacco Use, incorporating vaping products and ensuring the objectives for commercial tobacco and vaping reduction are effectively responsive to a changing landscape. It outlines a provincial governance structure to facilitate the development of initiatives, reports, and recommendations for legislative consideration in the future.

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Ambulance safety inspection manual. Volume 5

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A manual describing the requirements for safety inspections on ambulances in Alberta. To be used by certified journeypersons who are registered with the Government of Alberta and approved to... More ≫

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A manual describing the requirements for safety inspections on ambulances in Alberta. To be used by certified journeypersons who are registered with the Government of Alberta and approved to perform safety inspection. Includes reasons an ambulance may be deemed out of service for safety reasons.

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Terms of reference : Food Safety and Licensed Facility-Based Child Care Review Panel

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Outlines the terms of reference for the Food Safety and Licensed Facility-based Child Care Review Panel, which was established to review the respective legislation, regulation and the inspection... More ≫

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Outlines the terms of reference for the Food Safety and Licensed Facility-based Child Care Review Panel, which was established to review the respective legislation, regulation and the inspection policies for areas that could be strengthened to protect the health and safety of Alberta's children in child care settings.

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Conformed vendors list

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This document contains a list of vendor applications conformed by the Alberta Health Conformance Team within the previous four years.

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Management of COVID-19 vaccine administration errors and deviations

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This table provides guidance and recommendations for immunization providers when immunization errors/deviations have occurred involving COVID-19 vaccine. These recommendations are applicable to... More ≫

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This table provides guidance and recommendations for immunization providers when immunization errors/deviations have occurred involving COVID-19 vaccine. These recommendations are applicable to Alberta and may differ from other jurisdictions. Immunization providers should follow their regulatory/employer guidance for reporting vaccine administration errors.

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Noise at the work site : OHS information for employers, workers and service providers

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Discusses noise as a common workplace hazard. Included, including information about associated health effects and exposure limits, implementing a noise management program, audiometric testing, and... More ≫

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Discusses noise as a common workplace hazard. Included, including information about associated health effects and exposure limits, implementing a noise management program, audiometric testing, and educating workers.

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