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Immigrant health in Alberta

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Immigrants in Alberta are in many respects healthier than non-immigrants. Compared to non-immigrants, they have lower mortality, lower rates for many diseases, and show signs of better health... More ≫

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Immigrants in Alberta are in many respects healthier than non-immigrants. Compared to non-immigrants, they have lower mortality, lower rates for many diseases, and show signs of better health behaviors. There are, however, health conditions for which immigrants are worse off than non-immigrants. In addition, immigrant’s health status can vary significantly depending on the part of the world from which they arrive. The purpose of this report is to provide a snapshot of the health status, and a detailed look at health issues associated with immigrants to Alberta between 1994 and 2008. The results will drive further analysis and provide a basis for sound evidence to direct public health policies for improving the health of immigrants in Alberta.

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Alberta nutrition guidelines for adults [2011]

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These guidelines were developed to help Albertans make healthier food and beverage choices and to create healthier eating environments in their homes, workplaces and in public settings.

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Survey information for Minister's Advisory Committee on Health

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On September 1, 2009, the Minister's Advisory Committee on Health was appointed to look at how to improve Alberta's legislation so that it better supports improvements to Alberta's publicly funded... More ≫

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On September 1, 2009, the Minister's Advisory Committee on Health was appointed to look at how to improve Alberta's legislation so that it better supports improvements to Alberta's publicly funded health care system. An online survey and stakeholder meetings were conducted in October and November to gather public input on how provincial legislation should be updated to support new and better ways to deliver health care and ensure the system puts patients at the forefront. This document provides background information for those who were interested in completing the survey.

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Health capital planning manual : the planning and approval process for health major capital projects. 3rd edition

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This revised manual incorporates several important changes to the health capital planning process. These changes resulted from the government’s fiscal framework and approach to capital budgeting,... More ≫

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This revised manual incorporates several important changes to the health capital planning process. These changes resulted from the government’s fiscal framework and approach to capital budgeting, planning, decision-making and funding. This manual supersedes the document entitled Capital Planning Manual: the planning and approval process for health capital projects dated June 2001. It is intended to serve as a guide for Alberta’s health authorities, Alberta Infrastructure and Transportation, Alberta Health & Wellness, consultants, and others involved in health sector capital planning

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Keep healthy and learn about STI

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Provides information on sexually transmitted infections, or STIs. Topics covered include how STIs are spread, symptoms of those infected, treatment, and how to prevent STIs. Also includes... More ≫

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Provides information on sexually transmitted infections, or STIs. Topics covered include how STIs are spread, symptoms of those infected, treatment, and how to prevent STIs. Also includes information on where to go for information or help.

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Improving health care quality

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Quality health care is important to Albertans. Alberta has developed a six-part quality framework to monitor and assess the quality of our health services. Alberta Health and Wellness develops and... More ≫

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Quality health care is important to Albertans. Alberta has developed a six-part quality framework to monitor and assess the quality of our health services. Alberta Health and Wellness develops and reports on measures related to the quality of health services in Alberta. This report describes the six-part quality framework and describes some of the indicators that have been developed to measure the quality of the health care system in the province.

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Primary health care

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Alberta is improving Albertan’s access to primary health care by changing how these services are organized, funded and delivered. The goal is to make it easier for Albertans to receive the health... More ≫

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Alberta is improving Albertan’s access to primary health care by changing how these services are organized, funded and delivered. The goal is to make it easier for Albertans to receive the health services they need at the right time, in the right place and from the right provider. This report describes some of the initiatives being undertaken to improve primary health care services in the province. It also looks at some the measures used to evaluate primary health care services and compares Alberta’s performance on these measures to the Canadian averages.

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Improving access to health services

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Wait times for services is a main concern when Albertans are surveyed on health services. This problem is not unique to Alberta. This report compares average wait times for various health services... More ≫

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Wait times for services is a main concern when Albertans are surveyed on health services. This problem is not unique to Alberta. This report compares average wait times for various health services in Alberta to Canadian averages for the same services. It also looks at what factors affect wait list times, and how Alberta is addressing wait list time issues.

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Keeping Albertans healthy

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Compared to people in other provinces and in many other countries, Albertans are living longer and most of our years are spent in good health. This report looks at some common health indicators... More ≫

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Compared to people in other provinces and in many other countries, Albertans are living longer and most of our years are spent in good health. This report looks at some common health indicators and compares statistics from Alberta and the rest of Canada for these indicators. It also looks at some of the efforts being taken by the Government of Alberta to encourage healthy behaviours and thus prevent chronic disease.

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Birth control : it's your choice

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This booklet outlines the many birth control options available today and how to choose. It also discusses how to prevent sexually transmitted diseases.

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