Publications

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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Standards for infection prevention and control – accountability and reporting

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Effective infection and prevention control (IPC) is grounded in clear accountability and lines of responsibility; the establishment of clinical standards while essential, is not sufficient. The... More ≫

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Effective infection and prevention control (IPC) is grounded in clear accountability and lines of responsibility; the establishment of clinical standards while essential, is not sufficient. The purpose of these standards is to promote clarity in regard to the roles and responsibilities of key positions in Alberta Health Services, including senior executives, and medical officers of health with regard to this important aspect of client, worker and public safety. The accountability and reporting standards in this document apply to IPC matters.

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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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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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Becoming the best : Alberta's 5-year health action plan : 2010-2015

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Right now, the province has a unique opportunity to respond to the strategies and concerns of Albertans. The Alberta government has established one single health authority, Alberta Health... More ≫

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Right now, the province has a unique opportunity to respond to the strategies and concerns of Albertans. The Alberta government has established one single health authority, Alberta Health Services, to co-ordinate and deliver publicly funded health services throughout the province. The primary goals for Alberta Health Services are improving quality, accessibility and sustainability.

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A foundation for Alberta's health system : report of the Minister's Advisory Committee on Health

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The Minister's Advisory Committee on Health was established in September 2009 to provide input on the legislative reforms necessary to update health legislation in Alberta. The Minister of Health... More ≫

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The Minister's Advisory Committee on Health was established in September 2009 to provide input on the legislative reforms necessary to update health legislation in Alberta. The Minister of Health and Wellness asked the Committee to establish a new legislative framework that would enable Alberta's heath system to: remove barriers to accessing health care, promote wellness, promote ambulatory and community-based care, enable the public health system to respond to emerging issues on a timely basis, encourage evidence-informed innovation, and establish clear lines of accountability. This report of the Committee presents a new focus and architecture for health care legislation in Alberta that will reframe the way Albertans, health policy makers and the health system view health and health care in the years ahead. The new legislation would move the system from an overemphasis on the needs of institutions and providers to one that better recognizes and responds to people and families...

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Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy phase two : generic drugs

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In December 2008, Alberta Health and Wellness announced the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy to help make drug coverage more accessible, sustainable and affordable for all Albertans. The strategy... More ≫

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In December 2008, Alberta Health and Wellness announced the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy to help make drug coverage more accessible, sustainable and affordable for all Albertans. The strategy included two phases. The second phase, announced in October 2009, focuses on generic drug prices and expanding the roles of pharmacists. This fact sheet focuses on how generic drugs will be approached in this second phase of the strategy.

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Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy phase two : Alberta pharmaceutical strategy

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In December 2008, Alberta Health and Wellness announced the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy to help make drug coverage more accessible, sustainable and affordable for all Albertans. The strategy... More ≫

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In December 2008, Alberta Health and Wellness announced the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy to help make drug coverage more accessible, sustainable and affordable for all Albertans. The strategy included two phases. This fact sheet provides an overview of the second phase of the strategy, which was announced in October 2009. This phase focuses on generic drug prices and expanding the roles of pharmacists.

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Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy phase two : pharmacists and pharmacies

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In December 2008, Alberta Health and Wellness announced the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy to help make drug coverage more accessible, sustainable and affordable for all Albertans. The strategy... More ≫

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In December 2008, Alberta Health and Wellness announced the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy to help make drug coverage more accessible, sustainable and affordable for all Albertans. The strategy included two phases. The second phase, announced in October 2009, focuses on generic drug prices and expanding the roles of pharmacists. This fact sheet focuses on how this second phase of the strategy will affect pharmacists and pharmacies.

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Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy phase two : brand name drugs

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In December 2008, Alberta Health and Wellness announced the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy to help make drug coverage more accessible, sustainable and affordable for all Albertans. The strategy... More ≫

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In December 2008, Alberta Health and Wellness announced the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy to help make drug coverage more accessible, sustainable and affordable for all Albertans. The strategy included two phases. The second phase, announced in October 2009, focuses on generic drug prices and expanding the roles of pharmacists. This fact sheet focuses on how brand name drugs will be approached in this second phase of the strategy.

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