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Standards for single-use medical devices : as applied to critical and semi-critical medical devices

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These standards have been developed for use in all health care facilities and settings and apply to critical and semi-critical medical devices. They have been developed with input from experts... More ≫

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These standards have been developed for use in all health care facilities and settings and apply to critical and semi-critical medical devices. They have been developed with input from experts including an infectious disease physician, infection prevention and control professionals, public health professionals and the Health Quality Council of Alberta.

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Photodynamic therapy for skin cancer & pre-cancerous skin conditions : final STE report

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Presents a systematic review of the evidence on photodynamic therapy (PDT) for the treatment of pre-cancerous skin conditions (i.e. actinic keratosis), and non-melanoma skin cancers. The... More ≫

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Presents a systematic review of the evidence on photodynamic therapy (PDT) for the treatment of pre-cancerous skin conditions (i.e. actinic keratosis), and non-melanoma skin cancers. The objectives of the review were to determine the safety, effectiveness and cost-effectiveness and budget impact of PDT in comparison to other treatments for these conditions; to identify particular sub-groups of patients who might benefit most from PDT; and to summarize current criteria for the use of PDT and alternative treatments for these skin conditions.

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Alberta Newborn Metabolic Screening Program policy document

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Each year, a small number of Alberta babies are born with treatable conditions that can lead to severe physical disabilities, developmental delay, other health problems or even death. The purpose... More ≫

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Each year, a small number of Alberta babies are born with treatable conditions that can lead to severe physical disabilities, developmental delay, other health problems or even death. The purpose of the Newborn Metabolic Screening Program is to identify and treat infants for these conditions before the onset of symptoms. (Please note that the name of the program was changed to the Alberta Newborn Screening Program in December 2021.) Newborn screening is time-sensitive. Babies affected with some of the screened conditions will start to become ill and may suffer irreversible damage soon after birth. Early effective treatment can better manage these conditions and decrease morbidity and mortality. The purpose of this document is to set out the program’s policies, and to describe the roles and responsibilities of the various parties in implementing the program.

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Public health notifiable disease management guidelines : acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) 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 Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) 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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Public health notifiable disease management guidelines : hepatitis B (chronic carrier)

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

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of hepatitis B as a notifiable disease for 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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Public health notifiable disease management guidelines : hepatitis B (acute case)

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

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the management and reporting of hepatitis B as a notifiable disease for acute cases. 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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Report to Albertans on health

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Discusses developments in health care and health care reform since the release of Alberta’s 5-year health action plan. Includes an overview of the health action plan. Separate editions of the... More ≫

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Discusses developments in health care and health care reform since the release of Alberta’s 5-year health action plan. Includes an overview of the health action plan. Separate editions of the resource also present health capital highlights for five regions of the province.

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Alberta reproductive health, pregnancies and births

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Provides a statistical view of various topics related to pregnancies and births in the province of Alberta.

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Patient care report data element descriptions : ground ambulance and patient transportation

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Presents the data elements and their descriptions for completion of the Patient Care report for ground ambulances and patient transportation.

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The Alberta Provincial Stroke Strategy : improving stroke care across Alberta : interim evaluation report

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This is the first evaluation report describing the progress and outcomes of the Alberta Provincial Stroke Strategy. The intent is to help health care providers provide better care and to provide... More ≫

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This is the first evaluation report describing the progress and outcomes of the Alberta Provincial Stroke Strategy. The intent is to help health care providers provide better care and to provide policy makers with the information they need to ensure quality services for Albertans. The report is organized around five themes: educating Albertans about stroke; reducing stroke occurrence and mortality; improving access to best care; improving health care system efficiency; and improving satisfaction with care.

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