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Alberta medical group calls for new care model CityNews Calgary

WEBParks says Alberta is at a disadvantage as the current model provides support for more doctors earning less than $500,000 a year, and makes Alberta more …

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AHS restructuring consultation continues CityNews Calgary

WEBMinister of Health Adriana LaGrange was in Edmonton Thursday, saying that the province has heard “loud and clear” that healthcare workers and Albertans want …

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Alberta Health Services' new CEO, president CityNews Calgary

WEBAlberta Health Services announces departure of Dr. Verna Yiu. Now, a new person is stepping into the role — Athana Mentzelopoulos will take over as AHS CEO …

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Alberta hits 15-year high for flu deaths

WEBSome startling numbers show Alberta has hit a 15-year high when it comes to flu deaths. The province has lost 167 people to influenza over the last year, according …

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Alberta invests $1.6 M towards ‘HealthIM’ tool for mental health

WEBThe provincial government is investing $1.6 million for the launch of HealthIM, a digital tool that is designed to help to support police services with mental health crisis …

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Alberta healthcare professionals are relocating from the

WEBMore Alberta healthcare professionals are exiting the province and relocating compared to pre-pandemic times. This is despite the federal government …

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Alberta announces plans for healthcare reform CityNews Calgary

WEBAfter a supposed leak of the plans Tuesday, the Alberta government unveiled its vision Wednesday morning. Officials said that over the next 18 to 24 months, the …

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Alberta healthcare spending is high: CIHI CityNews Calgary

WEBThe latest numbers from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) shows that Alberta is among the highest in provincial spending per person on healthcare.

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More money for Alberta women's health research, infant screening

WEBThe province is committing $26 million to address long-standing gaps in understanding and addressing women’s health concerns and expand a program that …

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AHS CEO Mauro Chies given permanent role CityNews Calgary

WEBHe served in his position on an interim basis since April 2022, and was given the role permanently on Monday, March 20, 2023. (Courtesy of Alberta Health Services) …

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AHS completes biggest launch of ‘Connect Care’

WEBPosted Nov 6, 2022 5:47 pm. Alberta Health Services (AHS) has finalized its biggest launch of “Connect Care” at 135 health care sites. Connect Care provides standardized care …

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Health minister committed to fixing dental-care double standard: …

WEBOTTAWA — A new national dental-care plan denies independent hygienists equal reimbursement for the same services offered in dentists’ offices — and the federal …

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Alberta announces new compensation model for family doctors

WEBLast Updated Apr 17, 2024 4:56 pm. Alberta’s Health Minister has announced a new compensation model for family physicians. The Wednesday announcement was …

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Alberta Medical Association sounding alarm CityNews Calgary

WEBThe Alberta Medical Association (AMA) is calling for more support for family physicians and rural generalist clinics to help primary care within the province.

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Experts say Canada's cancer screening guidelines are outdated

WEBTHE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns. Posted Apr 16, 2024 11:28 am. A group of doctors say Canadian cancer screening guidelines set by a national task force …

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Nenshi taking heat on labour record from fellow Alberta NDP …

WEBCandidates vying to be the next leader of Alberta’s Opposition NDP want answers from presumed front-runner Naheed Nenshi about a five-year-old letter that …

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AHS issues whooping cough advisory for Okotoks

WEBPosted Mar 13, 2024 11:14 am. Alberta Health Services (AHS) has issued a health advisory for the Town of Okotoks following an increase in cases of pertussis (whooping …

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New compensation model for Alberta nurse practitioners

WEBTo be eligible for compensation through the $15 million program, nurse practitioners must meet several requirements, including committing to providing …

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AHS denies hiring freeze, unions raise alarm CityNews Calgary

WEBAlberta Health Services' president is denying the organization has implemented a hiring freeze after several unions representing frontline healthcare …

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Alberta increasing AISH, Income Support and senior benefits on …

WEBIn a news release, the Government of Alberta says the rate is set to jump up by 4.25 per cent, starting Jan. 1, 2024. In addition, it says January AISH and Income …

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Premier tells Albertans to ask professionals what vaccines they …

WEBPremier tells Albertans to ask professionals what vaccines they should get. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith at the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce in Edmonton …

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Alberta to opt out of pharmacare plan CityNews Calgary

WEBA pharmacare plan, which would allow every Canadian with a health card access to free diabetes medications and birth control, could be introduced in the House …

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