Tag: Health

Health Minister Issues Directive on Proposed Lab Services

Health Minister Sarah Hoffman has directed Alberta Health Services (AHS) to take no further steps in expanding the level of laboratory services delivered by private entities at this time. The directive also requires AHS to immediately cancel the RFP process for the delivery of private laboratory services in Edmonton and northern Alberta. “There has been…

August 13, 2015
Believing you are Overweight may lead to Further Weight Gain

University of Liverpool People who recognise they are overweight or obese are more likely to put on weight than those who are unaware that they may be heavier than doctors would advise, according to research by the University of Liverpool. In a study, published in the International Journal of Obesity, researchers looked at the lives…

August 13, 2015
Buy a Blizzard® Treat, Make Miracles Happen at DQ Today

Thursday, August 13th is Miracle Treat Day! Every day, 4,900 children visit a Children’s Miracle Network® member hospital for treatment and they need your help! On Miracle Treat Day, full proceeds from every Blizzard Treat sold at participating DQ® locations will be donated to your local Children’s Miracle Network member hospital. In the Foothills…

August 13, 2015
The 7th Annual Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer Raises $7.8 Million

Alberta’s largest cycling fundraiser draws 1,741 riders and supports breakthrough cancer research, clinical trials, enhanced care and the discovery of new cancer therapies at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, Cross Cancer Institute and 15 other centers across Alberta. CALGARY – The Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer presented by Evraz announced 1,741 riders helped raise $7.8…

August 13, 2015
Spin Doctors

Physician-led cyclists raise millions in Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer Story by Kerri Robins With an abundance of inspiration from his cancer patients, Dr. Jan-Willem Henning and his team of 130 riders put their mettle to the pedals on a 240-km round trip from Canada Olympic Park through the Alberta foothills to raise more…

August 12, 2015
Heat Advisory issued for Calgary Zone of Alberta Health Services

CALGARY – Due to elevated temperatures forecast for the Calgary Zone of Alberta Health Services (AHS), AHS has issued a heat advisory for the Calgary Zone, in full. Effective immediately, residents of and visitors to the Calgary Zone are advised to take the following precautions to protect themselves, their families and their neighbours from the…

August 12, 2015
World-Class Research Centre Launched with $9.9-million Federal Grant

Western Canadian Microbiome Centre slated for 2017 at Cumming School of Medicine By Doug Ferguson A new, world-class centre for microbiome research — the study of micro-organisms in the human body and all around us — will be launched at the University of Calgary, helping to drive discoveries in fields such as disease and obesity…

August 12, 2015
University Receives $39.1 Million for Health Research

Pediatric stroke project at Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute gets a boost from federal announcement July 28, 2015 Research dedicated to better health for Canadians is getting a $39.1-million boost at the University of Calgary through the Government of Canada’s Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). A total of $25.8 million will be awarded as…

August 11, 2015
Health Canada reminds Canadians about the Safe Use of Insect Repellents

Now that summer is here, many Canadians are enjoying spending time outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine. Health Canada would like to remind Canadians about the importance of using insect repellents safely to avoid mosquitos and other insect bites. Bites from mosquitos, flies, and ticks can cause a number of health problems from…

August 11, 2015
AHS Weekly Wellness News: 5 tips for better summer sleep

Aahh sleep—it restores and refreshes body and mind. It also helps you concentrate at work and play and control cravings for unhealthy foods. If you’re sleeping poorly night after night, it can lead to long-term health problems such as obesity and heart attacks. In the summer, light and heat can leave you tossing and…

August 10, 2015
RCMP: Keeping it Safe on the Water

Winnipeg, Manitoba, July 30, 2015 – As we enter the hottest days of summer, it is important to remember that while boats are a lot of fun, they are also subject to a number of laws set out by Transport Canada. Those laws are in place to help keep everyone safe on the water. The…

August 8, 2015
Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Nutritional Supplements – Antioxidants

There’s been a lot of excitement about antioxidants – nutrients that protect the body from damage due to “free radicals,” which are compounds produced by environmental toxins and normal body processes. Free radicals can damage cells throughout the body. There have been many claims about what antioxidants can do for our health, including protecting us…

August 6, 2015
What’s the Cost of a Latte?

By Pam Jones, Editor. Jeremy Perdue is a young husband and father of five children ranging in age from 1 to 11 years old. He is a Turner Valley resident and only 35-years-old. Jeremy has served and protected Canadians for years as a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and has been attached to…

August 5, 2015
Okotoks Recreation Centre’s Passholder Travel Contest is back!

Starting August 1, purchase a facility pass at the Okotoks Recreation Centre and be entered to win a $1500 travel voucher from Pace Setter Travel! Contest runs August 1 to September 18, 2015. Stop at the Client Services desk at the Okotoks Recreation Centre (99 Okotoks Drive) or call 403-938-8954 to purchase your facility pass and be entered…

August 4, 2015
AHS Weekly Wellness News: Managing Summer Stress ~ Helping Farm Families Cope

Summer is a time when many people get out and enjoy the longer days, warm sun and vacation time. However, for farm families, this time of year can be busy and stressful as they close in on harvest season and deal with harsh weather conditions, including drought and hail. Stress can be overwhelming, but…

August 3, 2015