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True Canadian Love
Story by Lisa Sutherland; photo courtesy Sawasdipanich family and Didsbury District Health Services Anugool (Nook) Sawasdipanich had no idea that, as a new Canadian from Thailand, by taking a job as a registered nurse at Didsbury District Health Services he’d be welcomed into a community of the most loving and caring people he could ever…
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Microwave Food Safety
Microwave ovens heat food unevenly, which means you should take extra precautions when cooking your next meal. Harmful bacteria can only be killed by proper cooking. There are approximately 4 million cases of food poisoning in Canada every year. Many of these could be prevented by following proper food handling and cooking practices. Here…
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Let’s Talk Turkey: know the restrictions on poultry products before crossing the border
Woodstock, New Brunswick – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) would like to remind travellers that, due to the discovery of highly pathogenic avian influenza in certain parts of the United States, Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) restrictions regarding poultry products are currently in place. All raw poultry and all poultry products and by-products as…
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AHS Weekly Wellness News: Have a healthy holiday season
Holiday parties are upon us. Over the next several weeks, families and friends will gather together to share the season but unfortunately, they may also share not-so-joyful germs. With seasonal illness circulating, remember to protect your health and prevent illness. Get immunized: Immunization is the single most effective way of protecting yourself against influenza…
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Deadly Conditions Highlight Need for Safe Driving this Winter
It’s been a deadly winter for Alberta motorists. Calgary MLA Manmeet Bhullar was struck and killed by a semi on the QE2 Highway north of Red Deer after stopping to help another motorist on November 23rd. Bhullar was standing at the side of the road when he was hit and his death illustrates just how…
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Pets Aid in Healing
Studies have shown that pets can improve our emotional and physical well-being. Young Matteo Lantermilch gets a few licks and a lot of love from his new doggy pal, McDuff during a PALS pet therapy visit to Alberta Children’s Hospital. McDuff is one of the many furry canine PALS volunteers that visit the hospital on…
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Top-Two Finish for UAlberta at Falling Walls Lab
Lian Willetts’ presentation on prostate cancer metastasis leads to second-place finish at international research competition. By UofA (Edmonton) A University of Alberta researcher’s work to identify patients at greatest risk of prostate cancer cells spreading to another part of the body has earned a top award at a showcase of the world’s best up-and-coming research talent.…
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Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) Restructures
Concentrates on Home and Community Care in Ontario and Nova Scotia Ottawa, Ontario – The Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) is ceasing operations in six provinces and decreasing the size of its head office in order to better serve clients and provincial government partners in Ontario and Nova Scotia, its two principal service areas. VON has…
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Minister’s statement on resignation of AHS CEO
Health Minister Sarah Hoffman issued the following statement regarding the resignation of Vickie Kaminski as President and CEO of Alberta Health Services: “I want to thank Vickie for the passion she brought to her role at Alberta Health Services. I appreciate the range of experience Vickie brought to the table, from her work as…
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From Insulin to Islets: 100 years of Diabetes Research at UAlberta
Seven reasons the University of Alberta is leading the fight against diabetes. You don’t have to look far to see the face of diabetes. Ten million Canadians have a form of the condition, either as diabetes or prediabetes, making it a growing and serious global problem. The University of Alberta has a remarkable legacy of…
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Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: CPR
This is CPR Awareness Month If someone’s breathing and heartbeat have stopped, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can save their life. But you must act quickly – a person can die or suffer irreversible brain damage after only 4 minutes without breathing. CPR is described below, but the best way to learn is by taking an accredited…
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Saskatchewan’s MRI Policy puts Patients Ahead of Ideology
Private scans are now also available to others beside professional athletes, politicians and those who can afford to leave the country By Bacchus Barua, Senior Economist, The Fraser Institute VANCOUVER, B.C./ Troy Media/ – The Government of Saskatchewan recently passed legislation that will allow patients to pay for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans using their own…
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New Award for Next Generation of Mental Health Leaders
The Lieutenant Governor’s Circle on Mental Health and Addiction is searching for up-and-coming Alberta youth who are committed to fostering positive change in their communities. The Donald S. Ethell Youth Award, named for the founding patron of the Circle, celebrates Albertans age 25 or under who are taking a leading role in building compassion, understanding…
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McGill University scientist wins top award for spinal cord injury research
Innovative research aims to improve the quality of life for those living with spinal cord injuries Toronto, Ontario – A researcher from the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre has received the 2015 Barbara Turnbull Award for Spinal Cord Research. This annual prize is supported through a partnership between the Barbara Turnbull Foundation, Brain…
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