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Alberta West Nile Virus summary report

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This annual report provides information on the incidence of the West Nile virus (WNV) in Alberta and Alberta's actions to respond to the virus for the calendar year under review. In each year... More ≫

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This annual report provides information on the incidence of the West Nile virus (WNV) in Alberta and Alberta's actions to respond to the virus for the calendar year under review. In each year covered by an annual report, an interdepartmental committee was established to prepare a provincial response plan to address potential WNV risks in Alberta.

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Public health disease under surveillance management guidelines : cryptococcosis (gattii)

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the reporting of Cryptococcosis (gattii) as a notifiable disease. Includes a case definition and... More ≫

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Intended for public health professionals, this resource presents the recommended practices for the reporting of Cryptococcosis (gattii) as a notifiable disease. Includes a case definition and reporting requirements for the disease. 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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Chronic disease management data standard. Version 7.3

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2005 draft data standard for the collection of chronic disease management (CDM) clinical information created by the Western Health Information Collaborative. CDM data is used to assess, report ... More ≫

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2005 draft data standard for the collection of chronic disease management (CDM) clinical information created by the Western Health Information Collaborative. CDM data is used to assess, report and manage chronic diseases to help improve delivery of primary health care to affected individuals.

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Pharmaceutical information network data standard. Version 2.1

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2012 Data standard definition for the data set for prescribing, dispensing and management of a patient's medication profile. This includes information related to the drug, provider, patient,... More ≫

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2012 Data standard definition for the data set for prescribing, dispensing and management of a patient's medication profile. This includes information related to the drug, provider, patient, prescribing and dispensing of prescriptions.

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Waterpipe smoking in Alberta

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Waterpipes, commonly referred to as hookah, shisha and narghile, can have health effects similar to cigarette use and can lead to increased risks from exposure to carbon monoxide, exposure to... More ≫

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Waterpipes, commonly referred to as hookah, shisha and narghile, can have health effects similar to cigarette use and can lead to increased risks from exposure to carbon monoxide, exposure to second hand smoke and tobacco addiction. This report from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health looks at the problems associated with waterpipe smoking, trends in the use of waterpipes in Canada, and current actions being taken in Canada and in Alberta. It ends with a recommendation that Alberta begin work on amending the Tobacco Reduction Act to prohibit the use of waterpipe smoking in public places, workplaces and within 5 meters from the doorway, window or air intake to a public place or workplace.

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The state of dental health in Alberta : a brief report

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The purpose of this report is to briefly review topics around the potential public health benefits of dental health care. The report was commissioned by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of... More ≫

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The purpose of this report is to briefly review topics around the potential public health benefits of dental health care. The report was commissioned by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and prepared by the School of Public Health at the University of Alberta. Topics covered include: the prevalence and impacts of poor dental health to Canadians at the individual and population level; the dental health practices and insurance coverage of Canadians; policy and program initiatives that have been implemented locally, provincially, and nationally to address the issue of dental health promotion and oral health care coverage; and trends and gaps in knowledge around dental health care.

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Health and Wellness business plan [1999 - 2012]

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry... More ≫

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry business plan encompasses the department and all consolidated entities, and aligns with the strategic direction of the Government of Alberta. Each business plan includes a description of the ministry, desired outcomes, priority initiatives, and performance measures and indicators. Current and forecast budgeting information for the planning period is also included.

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Middle ear implants for the treatment of hearing loss : final STE report

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Presents a review of the evidence on middle ear implants (MEI) for the treatment of hearing loss. The objectives of the review were to determine the safety, effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of... More ≫

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Presents a review of the evidence on middle ear implants (MEI) for the treatment of hearing loss. The objectives of the review were to determine the safety, effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of MEI in comparison to external hearing aids, boneanchored hearing aids (BAHA), or cochlear implants; to identify particular sub-groups of patients who might benefit most from MEI, and to summarize the current criteria for using MEI versus alternative treatments for hearing loss.

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Emergency health services : patient care reporting minimum data standard. Version 1.2

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2011 Minimum Data Set for Emergency Health Services Patient Care Reporting used for gathering information required during the pre-hospital care of patients through ambulance related services and... More ≫

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2011 Minimum Data Set for Emergency Health Services Patient Care Reporting used for gathering information required during the pre-hospital care of patients through ambulance related services and procedures. The elements included span the major subject areas of the Patient Care Report (PCR); namely PCR Response Information, Person Health Status Information, and PCR Service Event Information subject areas.

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Alberta Health and Wellness product listing agreement policy

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This policy defines clear parameters to establish and execute PLA’s (Product Listing Agreement) through a collaborative, predictable and sustainable process between government and industry.

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