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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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Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI) policy for Alberta immunization providers

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The monitoring of adverse events following immunization (AEFI) involving vaccines and biologicals administered in Alberta is an important evaluation component of the provincial immunization... More ≫

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The monitoring of adverse events following immunization (AEFI) involving vaccines and biologicals administered in Alberta is an important evaluation component of the provincial immunization program. The purpose of this document is to provide AEFI reporting guidance for Alberta immunization providers. It contains information on: the importance of AEFI reporting and surveillance for vaccine safety; how and when to report an AEFI; and definitions of reportable AEFIs in Alberta.

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Alberta public health disease management guidelines : ebola virus disease

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the reporting of ebola virus disease 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 ebola virus disease as a notifiable disease. Includes a case definition and reporting requirements for the disease, along with epidemiology and public health management of the disease.

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Public health disease management guidelines : influenza, avian

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

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of avian influenza 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, public health veterinarian and medical infectious disease specialists.

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Alberta notifiable disease summary

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This annual summary highlights key findings on the incidence of communicable diseases in Alberta. Requirements for reporting communicable diseases are mandated by the Communicable Diseases... More ≫

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This annual summary highlights key findings on the incidence of communicable diseases in Alberta. Requirements for reporting communicable diseases are mandated by the Communicable Diseases Regulation, under the Public Health Act. Alberta Health participates in the collection, analysis and interpretation of communicable disease data to assist the Chief Medical Officer of Health in fulfilling the duties prescribed in the Public Health Act.

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Alberta public health disease management guidelines : hepatitis B – acute and chronic

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of acute and chronic hepatitis B as a notifiable disease for both acute... More ≫

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of acute and chronic hepatitis B as a notifiable disease for both acute cases and chronic carriers. 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 : botulism

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of Botulism 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 Botulism 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 : poliomyelitis

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of poliomyelitis 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 poliomyelitis 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 : streptococcal disease group A, invasive

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of streptococcal disease group A invasive as a notifiable disease.... More ≫

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of streptococcal disease group A invasive 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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Laboratory reporting reference

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A reference list for all Alberta laboratories outlining the positive laboratory results that must be reported to the Zone Medical Officer of Health and to the Chief Medical Officer of Health for... More ≫

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A reference list for all Alberta laboratories outlining the positive laboratory results that must be reported to the Zone Medical Officer of Health and to the Chief Medical Officer of Health for Alberta. Includes required reporting timeframe for each report.

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