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Prenatal HIV: Public health guidelines for the management and follow-up of HIV positive pregnant women and their infants

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In September 1998, Alberta Health and Wellness introduced a Prenatal HIV Screening Program. Key components of the program include routine testing for HIV and offering HIV positive pregnant women... More ≫

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In September 1998, Alberta Health and Wellness introduced a Prenatal HIV Screening Program. Key components of the program include routine testing for HIV and offering HIV positive pregnant women appropriate antiretroviral drugs to reduce the risk of transmission of HIV to the baby. The purpose of this document is to describe guidelines and reporting processes for the prenatal HIV program, and to describe the roles and responsibilities of the key participants in the delivery of the current HIV program and proposed responsibilities for follow-up of HIV positive mothers and their infants.

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Alberta prenatal screening program for selected communicable diseases : public health guidelines

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The broad goal of prenatal screening tests is to identify selected communicable diseases and to provide suitable interventions to protect and enhance the health of pregnant women and their... More ≫

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The broad goal of prenatal screening tests is to identify selected communicable diseases and to provide suitable interventions to protect and enhance the health of pregnant women and their infants. This document: describes current and future public health practice for prenatal screening of selected communicable diseases in Alberta; provides a historical description of past prenatal screening practices; describes the roles and responsibilities of the various stakeholders in the prenatal screening process; and describes the targets and target measurements of the Alberta Prenatal Screening Program for selected communicable diseases.

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Public health alert : Syphilis outbreak

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This bulletin was sent to all physicians, nurse practitioners and midwives to alert them to a syphilis outbreak declared by the Provincial Health Officer, Alberta Health and Wellness in March... More ≫

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This bulletin was sent to all physicians, nurse practitioners and midwives to alert them to a syphilis outbreak declared by the Provincial Health Officer, Alberta Health and Wellness in March 2007, as a result of the dramatic increase in the number of infectious syphilis cases identified during the previous year. The notice explained who should be screened, what tests should be used, and how to treat identified cases of syphilis.

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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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Pregnant? Information on routine tests for infections

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A mother’s infection can harm her baby. Early detection means that steps can be taken to reduce the risk of harm. Information about testing for infectious diseases as part of good prenatal care is... More ≫

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A mother’s infection can harm her baby. Early detection means that steps can be taken to reduce the risk of harm. Information about testing for infectious diseases as part of good prenatal care is presented in this brochure.

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Sexually transmitted infections (STI) surveillance report : Alberta - 1998 to 2002

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The numbers of notifiable sexually transmitted infections declined to a low in 1997 but have risen progressively in Alberta during 1998 to 2002. By 2002, sexually transmitted infections accounted... More ≫

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The numbers of notifiable sexually transmitted infections declined to a low in 1997 but have risen progressively in Alberta during 1998 to 2002. By 2002, sexually transmitted infections accounted for more than fifty percent of all reportable communicable diseases in Alberta. This report provides detailed statistics on incidence rates of the various sexually transmitted diseases in Alberta.

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HIV, hepatitis C and STD issues in Alberta : the 2002 survey of adults

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This resource presents the findings of a2002 survey which aimed to measure the public’s opinion, beliefs, and knowledge of various aspects of HIV, Hepatitis C and sexually transmitted diseases.... More ≫

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This resource presents the findings of a2002 survey which aimed to measure the public’s opinion, beliefs, and knowledge of various aspects of HIV, Hepatitis C and sexually transmitted diseases. The survey was the ninth in a series of studies conducted for Alberta Health and Wellness by the Population Research Laboratory at the University of Alberta, and expands the focus from HIV/AIDS to include Hepatitis C and sexually transmitted diseases.

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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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STD : taking care of yourself and others

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Intended for use in Alberta schools, this resource provides information for students about sexually transmitted diseases. It includes general information about STDs, how to prevent spreading... More ≫

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Intended for use in Alberta schools, this resource provides information for students about sexually transmitted diseases. It includes general information about STDs, how to prevent spreading STDs, and specific information on the most common types of sexually transmitted diseases.

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STD teaching outline and resource guide. 3rd edition.

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This guide has been developed to assist educators involved in the presentation of basic STD information to students and similar groups. It is inteneded to be a comprehensive resource that can be... More ≫

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This guide has been developed to assist educators involved in the presentation of basic STD information to students and similar groups. It is inteneded to be a comprehensive resource that can be adapted for use with a variety of learners.

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