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January 1, 2011
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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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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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October 1, 2007
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is the leading cause of preventable birth defects and one of the leading causes of developmental delay in children in Canada. The Physicians for FASD...
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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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January 1, 2007
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Records of multiple births and infant deaths in the province of Alberta between 1997 and 2004 were analyzed. Multiple births are at increased risk of morbidity and mortality. Infant death is among...
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January 1, 2007
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The births of early or small babies are a major public health concern, because preterm birth and low birth weight are the primary causes of infant morbidity and mortality. Infants born too early...
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November 1, 2006
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This report provides an overview of the Newborn Metabolic Screening (NMS) Program in Alberta from 2002 to 2005. A brief history and an overview of the roles of stakeholders in the current...
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March 1, 2005
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Presents some quick answers to questions women may have regarding HIV and pregnancy.
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April 1, 2001
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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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July 1, 1999
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This report describes how maternal behaviours such as the use of tobacco, alcohol and illicit drugs among Alberta’s women impacts the risk of pre-term birth and low birth weight. As well, the...