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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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Alberta public health disease management guidelines : dengue

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of dengue as a notifiable disease. Topics covered include: a case... More ≫

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of dengue as a notifiable disease. Topics covered include: a case definition of the disease; information on reporting requirements; disease etiology; clinical presentation; diagnosis; epidemiology; key investigation; case management and treatment; and preventive measures. 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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Alberta public health disease management guidelines : zika virus

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

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the reporting of Zika virus 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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Alberta public health disease management guidelines : monkeypox

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

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the reporting of monkeypox as a notifiable disease. Includes a case definition and reporting requirements for the disease, along with epidemiology and public health management of 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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Influenza and COVID-19 immunization : guidance for the 2021-22 season

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Influenza is a vaccine-preventable disease which leads to many hospitalizations and deaths in Alberta each year. This document provides guidance for the delivery of influenza immunization services... More ≫

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Influenza is a vaccine-preventable disease which leads to many hospitalizations and deaths in Alberta each year. This document provides guidance for the delivery of influenza immunization services for the 2021-22 season during COVID-19, and assists health practitioners with measures to reduce transmission of COVID-19.

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Influenza immunization during COVID-19 : guidance for the 2020-21 season

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Influenza is a vaccine-preventable disease which leads to many hospitalizations and deaths in Alberta each year. This document provides guidance for the delivery of influenza immunization services... More ≫

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Influenza is a vaccine-preventable disease which leads to many hospitalizations and deaths in Alberta each year. This document provides guidance for the delivery of influenza immunization services for the 2020-21 season during COVID-19, and assists health practitioners with measures to reduce transmission of COVID-19.

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2017/18 influenza surveillance report

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Provides weekly updates on the spread of influenza in Alberta during the 2017/2018 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 2017/2018 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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Alberta Immunization Policy [Archived versions]

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PLEASE NOTE: This record contains superseded versions of the Alberta Immunization Policy and is maintained for reference purposes only. Please view the record at More ≫

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PLEASE NOTE: This record contains superseded versions of the Alberta Immunization Policy and is maintained for reference purposes only. Please view the record at https://open.alberta.ca/publications/aip for the most up-to-date version of the Policy.

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2016/17 influenza surveillance report

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Provides weekly updates on the spread of influenza in Alberta during the 2016/2017 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 2016/2017 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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2015/16 influenza surveillance report

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Provides weekly updates on the spread of influenza in Alberta during the 2015/2016 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 2015/2016 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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