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June 1, 2008
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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...
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July 1, 2007
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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...
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March 21, 2007
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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...
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January 1, 2005
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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...
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February 1, 2004
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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...
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January 1, 2004
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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...
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December 1, 2003
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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....
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January 1, 2003
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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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August 1, 2000
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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...
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August 1, 2000
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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...