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A new century : bold plans for health in Alberta

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Guided by the recommendations of Health Summit '99, which was called by Premier Ralph Klein to provide advice and recommendations on directions for the future of Alberta’s health system, the... More ≫

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Guided by the recommendations of Health Summit '99, which was called by Premier Ralph Klein to provide advice and recommendations on directions for the future of Alberta’s health system, the Alberta government has developed a six-point plan to protect and improve Alberta’s publicly-funded and publicly-administered health system. This resource describes the initiatives the government will take to put this six-point plan into action.

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Health is everyone's business : a snapshot of some of Alberta's wellness initiatives

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This booklet provides a snapshot of a few of Alberta’s current prevention, promotion and protection programs and initiatives. Topics and initiatives covered include: prenatal HIV screening,... More ≫

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This booklet provides a snapshot of a few of Alberta’s current prevention, promotion and protection programs and initiatives. Topics and initiatives covered include: prenatal HIV screening, Alberta Children’s Initiative Partnership for FAS, metabolic screening, immunization, food-borne illnesses prevention, Fort McMurray oil sands monitoring, Alberta Heart Health project, injury prevention, farm safety, workplace safety, traffic safety, tobacco reduction initiatives, and substance abuse and problem gambling initiatives.

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The report on the health of Albertans : looking through a wider lens

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This report describes current health trends in Alberta and factors that affect health over time. It also identifies key areas where action can be taken, such as tobacco use, injury prevention,... More ≫

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This report describes current health trends in Alberta and factors that affect health over time. It also identifies key areas where action can be taken, such as tobacco use, injury prevention, children’s health, and environmental health. It is for anyone interested in the health of Albertans, particularly those working in government, in leadership positions in health authorities, and in a wide variety of community agencies and organizations.

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Response to the final report of Health Summit '99

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In December 1998, Premier Ralph Klein announced Health Summit '99 and launched a process for seeking input on the health care system in Alberta and the responsibility and role of individuals in... More ≫

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In December 1998, Premier Ralph Klein announced Health Summit '99 and launched a process for seeking input on the health care system in Alberta and the responsibility and role of individuals in managing their own health. The summit was held in February 1999 and was preceded by a wider public consultation to inform the summit. A final report was prepared following the summit and identified common themes that emerged from the discussions. This response document addresses those common themes. The Government of Alberta accepts in principle and is committed to following up on all of the recommendations received through Health Summit '99, and the report highlights many of the initiatives already underway or planned, which respond to the Summit recommendations.

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Who is accountable in health? : roles and responsibilities in Alberta's health system

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The Government of Alberta has been working to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the various players in Alberta's health system and outlining who is accountable to whom and for what. This... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta has been working to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the various players in Alberta's health system and outlining who is accountable to whom and for what. This work has involved extensive discussions with health authorities, physicians, nurses and other health providers. The result is a new report called Achieving Accountability. The report describes the roles, responsibilities and accountability of different individuals, groups and organizations in the health system. This booklet provides highlights of the Achieving Accountability report. And it helps answer Albertans’ questions about who is responsible for what in today’s health system.

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Health care '99 : a guide to health care in Alberta

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Provides an overview of the health care system in Alberta. Topics covered include a description of Alberta's health system, including the roles of the ministry of Health and Wellness, regional... More ≫

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Provides an overview of the health care system in Alberta. Topics covered include a description of Alberta's health system, including the roles of the ministry of Health and Wellness, regional health authorities, and health care providers. The Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan is discussed, as is health funding and health spending, various health programs and medical services provided by the province, and drug coverage and spending.

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