Publications

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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Alberta's health research and innovation strategy

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The health research and innovation strategy maps out an integrated, results-oriented approach to health research and innovation with the goals of improving health outcomes for Albertans,... More ≫

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The health research and innovation strategy maps out an integrated, results-oriented approach to health research and innovation with the goals of improving health outcomes for Albertans, increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of the health system and creating economic benefits for the province. The 10-year strategy will influence the government's funding allocations and inform decisions made by agencies and private sector organizations engaged in health research in Alberta.

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Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan bulletin [medical services] - Med 67 to Med 150

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These bulletins are created to provide health care professionals with clarification and guidance in understanding the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) and to keep them apprised of... More ≫

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These bulletins are created to provide health care professionals with clarification and guidance in understanding the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) and to keep them apprised of updates and changes to the Plan. Bulletin numbering reflects the AHCIP services to which the bulletin pertains. Bulletins in this record refer to medical services covered by AHCIP. New bulletins are released as required. Please be aware that information in older bulletins may be superseded by more recent bulletins.

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Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan bulletin [chiropractic services]

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These bulletins are created to provide health care professionals with clarification and guidance in understanding the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) and to keep them apprised of... More ≫

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These bulletins are created to provide health care professionals with clarification and guidance in understanding the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) and to keep them apprised of updates and changes to the Plan. Bulletin numbering reflects the AHCIP services to which the bulletin pertains. Bulletins in this record refer to chiropractic services covered by AHCIP. New bulletins are released as required. Please be aware that information in older bulletins may be superseded by more recent bulletins.

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Alberta pharmaceutical strategy [2009]

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Alberta Health and Wellness announced the creation of a Health Action Plan for Alberta in April 2008. A key component of this plan is the development of a pharmaceutical strategy. The majority of... More ≫

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Alberta Health and Wellness announced the creation of a Health Action Plan for Alberta in April 2008. A key component of this plan is the development of a pharmaceutical strategy. The majority of working Albertans are not covered by government-sponsored programs, and spending on drugs is increasing at a rate three times higher than that of physician or hospital services. To support the development of an Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy, two consultations were undertaken in 2008. The Strategy outlined in this document is a response to the findings and recommendations of these consultations, and its goal is to make drug coverage more accessible, affordable, efficient and therapeutically effective.

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Continuing care strategy : aging in the right place

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The Continuing Care Strategy represents the government’s approach to accelerate the growth and modernization of health and personal care services. It is intended to provide new ways of delivering... More ≫

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The Continuing Care Strategy represents the government’s approach to accelerate the growth and modernization of health and personal care services. It is intended to provide new ways of delivering services, offering more choice to Albertans in their homes and communities A new model for continuing care will give people the choice to age where they want, with the resources they need to live safely where they choose. The new model will mean long-term care beds are available, accommodating the changing health needs of Albertans. Home-care services, a variety of supportive living or assisted living options, and freedom to make health and personal care choices are all important parts of our strategy to meet the desires and needs of aging Albertans, giving them more opportunities to age on their own terms, and in the right place.

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Vision 2020: The future of health care in Alberta. Phase one

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Alberta’s health system in 2008 is highly technical, increasingly complex, relies on expertly trained staff, and includes 104 hospitals and 195 sites that provide long-term care services across... More ≫

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Alberta’s health system in 2008 is highly technical, increasingly complex, relies on expertly trained staff, and includes 104 hospitals and 195 sites that provide long-term care services across the province. VISION 2020 outlines a future for Alberta’s health system and describes how health care will be delivered in a strong, sustainable way by the year 2020. It provides direction on how to improve the delivery of services across the whole health system including public health, acute and continuing care, delivery of pharmaceuticals, ambulance services, health system governance and accountability.

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Alberta pharmaceutical strategy [2008]

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Alberta Health and Wellness announced the creation of a Health Action Plan for Alberta in April 2008. A key component of this plan is the development of a pharmaceutical strategy. The majority of... More ≫

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Alberta Health and Wellness announced the creation of a Health Action Plan for Alberta in April 2008. A key component of this plan is the development of a pharmaceutical strategy. The majority of working Albertans are not covered by government-sponsored programs, and spending on drugs is increasing at a rate three times higher than that of physician or hospital services. To support the development of an Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy, two consultations were undertaken in 2008. The Strategy outlined in this document is a response to the findings and recommendations of these consultations, and its goal is to make drug coverage more accessible, affordable, efficient and therapeutically effective.

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Children's mental health plan for Alberta : three year action plan (2008-2011)

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On April 16, 2008 Alberta Health and Wellness launched a Health Action Plan to improve accessibility to health care and ensure the future sustainability of the health system. The Children’s Mental... More ≫

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On April 16, 2008 Alberta Health and Wellness launched a Health Action Plan to improve accessibility to health care and ensure the future sustainability of the health system. The Children’s Mental Health Plan for Alberta: Three Year Action Plan (2008-2011) supports the Health Action Plan by providing direction and funding over the next three years for strategies to improve access to mental health services for infants, children, youth and their families. The Children’s Mental Health Plan also aligns with the Health Action Plan by addressing the needs of children and youth at risk, which contributes to healthy and safe communities.

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Blood borne pathogens and sexually transmitted infections action plan

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Alberta has among the highest rates of gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis in Canada. Blood borne pathogens (BBP) and sexually transmitted infections (STI) are major causes of acute illness,... More ≫

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Alberta has among the highest rates of gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis in Canada. Blood borne pathogens (BBP) and sexually transmitted infections (STI) are major causes of acute illness, long-term disability, infertility, cervical cancer, and even death. Action is required that enables all Albertans access to the prevention and management of infections caused by BBPs and STIs. The Action Plan presented in this resource is aligned with other provincial efforts to reduce blood borne pathogens such as HIV and hepatitis C, support harm reduction activities, increase the healthy decision making behaviours of students, enhance Aboriginal people’s health and promote overall youth and community wellness.

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