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Alberta nutrition guidelines for adults [2016]

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The Government of Alberta is committed to promoting healthy eating and healthy weights for all Albertans. The purpose of the Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Adults is to help Albertans make... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta is committed to promoting healthy eating and healthy weights for all Albertans. The purpose of the Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Adults is 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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Guidance on human health risk assessment for environmental impact assessment in Alberta. [Version 1]

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Environmental assessment is a key element of Alberta's process for the review and approval of new major industrial projects. The process requires the preparation of an environmental impact... More ≫

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Environmental assessment is a key element of Alberta's process for the review and approval of new major industrial projects. The process requires the preparation of an environmental impact assessment (EIA) report, which includes information on the potential human health impacts of the proposed project. The primary objective of this document is to provide general guidance for the completion of a Human Health Risk Assessment (HHRA) as part of an EIA, with the overall goal of ensuring quality, consistency and completeness of risk assessments conducted in Alberta.

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Guidelines for the investigation of clusters of non-communicable health events

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A cluster is defined as a greater than expected number of health events in a group of people, geographic area and time period. Suspected clusters of non-communicable or chronic disease health... More ≫

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A cluster is defined as a greater than expected number of health events in a group of people, geographic area and time period. Suspected clusters of non-communicable or chronic disease health events such as birth defects, multiple sclerosis, or cancer are often reported by community members or representatives and typically result from a perceived environmental or occupational association. Following the report of a suspected cluster, public health officials evaluate the situation and initiate a response. Previous non-communicable disease cluster investigations in Alberta have been performed on a case-by-case basis. The absence of a standardized Alberta-specific document has occasionally created confusion making stakeholder communication and education very difficult. The Guidelines outlined in this resource were developed to apply recognized investigative processes for the investigation of a non-communicable disease cluster within an Alberta-specific context. The guidelines account...

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Alberta nutrition guidelines for children and youth : a childcare, school and recreation/community centre resource manual [2011]

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These guidelines were developed to equip facilities and organizations with the tools they need to provide healthy food choices in childcare settings, schools, recreation centres, at special... More ≫

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These guidelines were developed to equip facilities and organizations with the tools they need to provide healthy food choices in childcare settings, schools, recreation centres, at special events, and in the community at large.

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Healthy eating for children in recreation and community centres : a booklet to help you understand the Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Children and Youth

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This easy-to-read booklet is intended for people who own or work at a recreation centre or community centre. it is also intended for parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents and other people who are... More ≫

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This easy-to-read booklet is intended for people who own or work at a recreation centre or community centre. it is also intended for parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents and other people who are taking care of young children. It describes the importance of healthy food for children and how to identify healthy food, and outlines the role that recreation and community centres can play in helping children eat well and making sure healthy choices are available.

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West Nile virus (WNv) notes for clinicians

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After initial introduction and spread in 2002 and 2003, West Nile virus (WNv) is now endemic in parts of the province, especially in south eastern Alberta. Clinicians will need to consider the... More ≫

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After initial introduction and spread in 2002 and 2003, West Nile virus (WNv) is now endemic in parts of the province, especially in south eastern Alberta. Clinicians will need to consider the possibility of WNv infection in their symptomatic patients each summer and fall. This information sheet describes the clinical features of WNv infection and is intended to assist clinicians in determining when WNv infection should be considered in a differential diagnosis and when testing for WNv infection should be considered.

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Alberta ambulatory care reporting manual [2009]

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The Ambulatory Care Classification System (ACCS) was developed to create a fully integrated ambulatory care patient classification system for acute care facilities. The data collected using ACCS... More ≫

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The Ambulatory Care Classification System (ACCS) was developed to create a fully integrated ambulatory care patient classification system for acute care facilities. The data collected using ACCS provides useful information for utilization analyses and management, for both hospitals and the provincial government. Consistent and accurate collection of these data elements is integral to resource allocation through the population based funding formula. This manual is intended to outline reporting requirements for Regional Health Authorities (RHAs) collecting the Alberta Ambulatory Care Minimum Data Set. In addition to the data elements, a fairly extensive listing of coding standards and reporting examples are provided.

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Ambulance preventive maintenance manual

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As emergency response vehicles, ambulances must be maintained in safe and reliable operating condition at all times. While occasional mechanical failures are inevitable, much can be done to... More ≫

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As emergency response vehicles, ambulances must be maintained in safe and reliable operating condition at all times. While occasional mechanical failures are inevitable, much can be done to prevent them. Preventive maintenance should be an important part of every ambulance operator's written maintenance policy, which is a required component of the ambulance licensing process. This manual is intended to help operator's develop and implement an effective preventive maintenance program.

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HIV/AIDS case report manual

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The purpose of the HIV/AIDS Case Report Manual is to: describe the roles and responsibilities of public health reporters (regional public health professionals); describe the roles and... More ≫

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The purpose of the HIV/AIDS Case Report Manual is to: describe the roles and responsibilities of public health reporters (regional public health professionals); describe the roles and responsibilities of Alberta Health and Wellness in the systematic collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of data to appropriate stakeholders; and provide guidance for the completion of the HIV/AIDS Case Report Form to maintain consistency in gathering information and interpretation of the fields in the form. The information gathered through the case report form will enable Alberta Health and Wellness to respond and advise regional health authorities on HIV and AIDS, to capture the information needed to report to Albertans, and to report nationally to the Public Health Agency of Canada.

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Alberta ambulance information management system : accreditation process

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Alberta Ambulance Information Management System (AAIMS) is a web-based application that collects patient care reporting data. This document describes the accreditation process for third party... More ≫

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Alberta Ambulance Information Management System (AAIMS) is a web-based application that collects patient care reporting data. This document describes the accreditation process for third party software developers and third party data submitters.

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