Tag: Health

AHS Weekly Wellness News: Mother-Child Bond

A mother’s well-being is directly linked to her children’s Baby coos. Mom coos back. Baby’s wet and cries. Mom changes baby’s diaper. Such serve and return exchanges are the foundation of early childhood development. But what happens when baby coos or cries and Mom can’t respond? “Any chronic stressor in the family—violence, addiction, depression or…

March 30, 2015
2015 Wellness Challenge Encourages Healthy Choices

The fifth Annual Community Wellness Challenge will run from April 5 to May 16 in High River and is open to all ages and levels of activity. The six week challenge is designed to motivate participants into living an active life. “This is the fifth year we have organized the challenge and it’s always a…

March 28, 2015
Health Canada Warns Canadians Not to Use Unregistered Bedbug Control Products

On February 23, Health Canada was made aware of the death of an infant and the serious injury of other family members from exposure to what appears to be a phosphine pesticide. A second child has since died as a result of this incident. This pesticide, which is highly toxic to humans and animals,…

March 27, 2015
Lilydale brand Oven Roasted Carved Chicken Breast recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

Ottawa, March 25, 2015 – Lilydale Inc. is recalling Lilydale brand Oven Roasted Carved Chicken Breast from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled product described below. What you should do Check to see if you have recalled products in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out…

March 27, 2015
Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Yoga ~ Getting Started

Beginning a new exercise program is exciting and challenging. You will be amazed at what your body can do once you get started. Finding a class Within your community, there are likely several yoga clubs. Check out your city’s parks and recreation listing or search on the Internet for a class. Make a…

March 26, 2015
Safety Warning: Laundry Detergent Packets

Learn how laundry detergent packets can be dangerous to children. Also find information on how to safely store these packets. Health risks of laundry detergent packets Because laundry detergent packets are small and often brightly coloured, children can mistake them for food or toys. This can lead to a child swallowing the laundry detergent packet,…

March 26, 2015
Various Products Containing Garlic Powder Recalled Due to Salmonella

Ottawa, March 23, 2015 – The food recall warning issued on March 19, 2015 has been updated to include additional product information. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) food safety investigation. Industry is recalling various products containing garlic powder from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination. Consumers…

March 26, 2015
Canadian Armed Forces Salute AHS

Support for reservists garners provincial award By Gregory Kennedy EDMONTON — Alberta Health Services (AHS) is being honoured with a provincial award from the Canadian Armed Forces for its commitment to reservists — the military doctors, nurses and paramedics who work for AHS as well as serve Canada overseas. Lt.-Gov. Donald S. Ethell, himself a…

March 24, 2015
Government Protects Youth from Skin Cancer

The Alberta government has introduced new legislation that bans artificial tanning businesses from providing services to minors. “The Skin Cancer Prevention Act is a major step forward in the effort to reduce rates of melanoma in our province. It includes several strong measures that will reduce young people’s chances of getting skin cancer at some…

March 24, 2015
Irregular, Racing Heartbeats Tamed by Mazankowski Service

New Atrial Fibrillation Program reduces stroke risk, improves quality of life EDMONTON — People with an irregular heartbeat now benefit from a one-stop, comprehensive treatment option: the new Atrial Fibrillation Program at the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute. After a one-year pilot, the program is now established as an ongoing treatment path where patients receive the…

March 23, 2015
AHS Weekly Wellness News: Taking Time for Yourself is Important for your Mental Health

It sounds obvious but many of us may forget to take time for ourselves. People have all sorts of expectations for themselves and the drive to meet those can make it hard to take time. Taking a little “me” time is an important part of managing life’s stresses. While most of us may not enjoy feeling stressed,…

March 23, 2015
Legion Pleased with Government’s Progress on Treating Reservists Fairly

OTTAWA, ON – (The) announcement by VAC to propose changes to address ACVA Recommendation #5 is a significant step forward. “The Legion has been adamant that a Veteran is a Veteran is a Veteran and this applies to benefits and support for rehabilitation programs,” says Royal Canadian Legion Dominion President Tom Eagles. “Our Reservists should be…

March 23, 2015
Nanton Doctor Wins Outstanding Rural Physician Award: Dr John Tenove

March 22, 2015
The Town of Okotoks: Be a Responsible Pet Owner

Pet litter is a significant health concern as it can transmit 15 different species of parasites to humans. It is also an unsightly mess in our parks and along our pathways. WHAT YOU CAN DO! Clean up yards and litter boxes frequently. Clean up after pets in public areas using bags and gloves. Keep pets…

March 22, 2015
AHS to Enhance Local Input and Decision-Making

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) intends to implement changes that will enhance local input and decision-making across the organization. “Alberta Health Services is committed to working with the communities and people it serves to ensure the provision of safe, quality health care services to all Albertans,” said Dr. Carl Amrhein, AHS Official Administrator. “The…

March 21, 2015