Tag: Health

  • Exercise a Big Plus in Beating Prostate Cancer

    Exercise a Big Plus in Beating Prostate Cancer

    New AHS research shows physical activity after diagnosis helps men live longer Story and photo by Greg Harris CALGARY — No one has to tell Colin Cantlie about the benefits of staying physically active in the face of a prostate cancer diagnosis. The 74-year-old Calgary man, who underwent surgery to remove his prostate gland two…

  • A Need for Speed Can Have Deadly Consequences

    A Need for Speed Can Have Deadly Consequences

    One in four fatal collisions in Alberta involves a driver travelling at an unsafe speed. During the month of April, Alberta Transportation is reminding motorists of the risky consequences of speeding. The faster you are driving, the less time you have to react to anything unexpected. Speeding also reduces the effectiveness of seatbelts and other…

  • Government Takes Action to Protect the Safety and Dignity of Persons with Developmental Disabilities

    Human Services Minister Irfan Sabir has repealed the Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Safety Standards Regulation in response to Albertans’ input. During the public consultation on the standards of safety for Albertans receiving supports through the PDD program, participants said the Regulation was confusing and caused undue stress in the community. The Minister accepted the…

  • AHS Nurses Named as Top 100 in a Century

    AHS Nurses Named as Top 100 in a Century

    RNs recognized for contribution to nursing profession Story by: Laura Manuel The College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) recently named the top 100 nurses in 100 years as part of their centennial celebrations. A group of AHS registered nurses (RNs) are included on this elite list. Two of those who made the…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Oral Health ~ it’s about more than the Mouth

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Oral Health ~ it’s about more than the Mouth

    Most of us know that diet and exercise play an important role in keeping us healthy. Did you know that a healthy mouth is also an important part of your overall health? With April being Oral Health Month, it’s a great time to think about the importance of keeping your teeth and gums healthy. Although…

  • Permanent Dialysis Unit Coming to Lac La Biche

    Permanent Dialysis Unit Coming to Lac La Biche

      A permanent six-station dialysis unit will be constructed at the William J. Cadzow – Lac La Biche Healthcare Centre. The new unit will be equipped to expand dialysis treatment to more individuals in the area, as well as enhance patient care in the region. “I am pleased to deliver on a plan that Lac…

  • Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Foods to Fuel Fitness

    Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Foods to Fuel Fitness

    How much protein? Despite what many active people think, protein from foods like meat, chicken, eggs, or fish is not an important source of fuel for exercise. While weight lifters and long-distance runners may need a little more protein than the recreational athlete, most of us will get more than enough protein from eating regular…

  • Okotoks Youth Leader Receives First Ethell Award for Mental Health Service

    Okotoks Youth Leader Receives First Ethell Award for Mental Health Service

    March 30, 2016 – Okotoks resident Cole Whalley is the first recipient of the new Donald S. Ethell Award from the Lieutenant Governor’s Circle on Mental Health and Addiction. Lieutenant Governor Lois Mitchell and former Lieutenant Governor Donald Ethell were in Okotoks March 30 to present the award at a morning ceremony at Foothills Composite High School.…

  • Budget 2016 – A First Step Towards Additional and Improved Home Care Services for all Canadians

    Budget 2016 – A First Step Towards Additional and Improved Home Care Services for all Canadians

      MISSISSAUGA, ON, March, 2016 /CNW/ – The Canadian Home Care Association (CHCA) is encouraged by the Federal Government’s committed investments to modernize and improve our health care system.  The recognition that fundamental change is needed to enhance home care and address the future health needs of Canadians is a vision that members of the CHCA…

  • Institute for Stuttering Research and Treatment receives $500K from Alberta Elks Foundation to be a ‘home’ to children who stutter

    Institute for Stuttering Research and Treatment receives $500K from Alberta Elks Foundation to be a ‘home’ to children who stutter

    It was that eureka moment that changed her understanding of how her daughter was suffering. A light bulb went off for Michelle Bjarnason when her friend told her about the intensive stuttering program at the University of Alberta’sInstitute for Stuttering Treatment and Research (ISTAR). By Laurie Wang Edmonton—It was that eureka moment that changed her…

  • Alberta Expands Access to Addiction Treatment

    Alberta Expands Access to Addiction Treatment

    The Alberta government will open 18 new addiction treatment spaces to meet the needs of people in Medicine Hat and the surrounding areas. “During the Mental Health Review we heard there needs to be stronger supports in this province for people struggling with addiction. Today we are offering hope and a new beginning for people…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Teaching Sexual Health

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Teaching Sexual Health

    Research shows that parent-child communication about sexuality can influence teen sexual behaviour. As a parent, you may not feel comfortable or have the information you need to teach or discuss sexual health with your kids. You aren’t alone: many parents are anxious about having “those talks”. We’re here to help. Alberta Health Services’ Teaching Sexual…

  • Bedbugs: Avoid bringing back unwanted vacation souvenirs

    Bedbugs: Avoid bringing back unwanted vacation souvenirs

    Planning a winter getaway? Before checking in to your hotel room, learn how to spot bedbugs and avoid bringing them home on your luggage, clothing and other personal items. Bedbugs bite people while they sleep and feed on their blood. While reactions to their bites are usually harmless, they can cause small skin reactions and,…

  • Seismic for the Spine: vibration technology offers alternative to MRI

    Seismic for the Spine: vibration technology offers alternative to MRI

    UAlberta twin control study shows vibration has potential as a diagnosis tool that could also identify new categories of back problems. By Laurie Wang (Edmonton) Magnetic resonance image isn’t everything. A new University of Alberta study shows that vibrating the spine may reveal more when it comes to treating back pain. Teaming with the University…

  • AHS Weekly Wellnless News ~ Immunization: Be Aware; Get Protected

    AHS Weekly Wellnless News ~ Immunization: Be Aware; Get Protected

      The week of April 25, 2016 isn’t only the last week of the month: it’s also Immunization Awareness Week, and Alberta Health Services (AHS) is encouraging parents to learn more about arming their children against disease by visiting immunizealberta.ca. Developed for Albertan parents, together with Albertan parents, the immunizealberta.ca website provides parents with information…