Applications are now open for two grants supporting emergency health services response in rural, remote and Indigenous communities.
Apply now!
Medical First Responder Grant: https://t.co/w0dd8roMnD
Emergency Medical Responder Education Grant: https://t.co/k6PB2aD4fl
Looking for health care services?
Know where to go to get the help you need:
• Primary Care Alberta
• Acute Care Alberta
• Recovery Alberta
• Assisted Living Alberta
Learn more: https://t.co/2ZiMWNrL2d
From city to farm, wherever we live
We are here for each other
We’re ready to give.
In Alberta, a neighbour’s need doesn’t stay a stranger’s problem.
Albertans step up.
It’s just what we do.
Book your blood donation at https://t.co/WR7amIqlvS @CanadasLifeline
If you’re thinking about donating soon, this long weekend is the perfect time to make it happen 🍂🍁
Bring a friend, make it part of your holiday plans, and walk away feeling great knowing you helped strengthen Canada’s supply 🫶🩸
Book now at https://t.co/e0hC6vDTBu.
More surgeries for Fort Saskatchewan.
Alberta’s government is expanding surgical capacity at Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital to deliver thousands more surgeries each year: https://t.co/02QbxZQDWU
Funding advances primary care innovation.
Alberta is investing $10 million through the Primary Care Innovation Fund to support projects that improve health care and deliver better outcomes for Albertans: https://t.co/PJhzuYiUc2
When Albertans have concerns about their health care experience, they want to know who can assist them.
Albertans can receive navigation support by contacting the Health Advocate at 780-422-1812 or by submitting their inquiry online:
https://t.co/G6qIaLmZEF
New public alert for potential hepatitis A exposure. .
Individuals who consumed food or drink from the following location in the Edmonton area during the specified dates and times may have been exposed to hepatitis A: https://t.co/WF3rQNHtxp
Not sure where to find mental health or addiction support?
211 Alberta can help you explore available services and connect with resources.
👉 Call or text 211 or visit https://t.co/JDB0V85bTR.
Recovery can look different for every person. Progress can involve rebuilding routines, strengthening relationships or connecting with support. Every step matters.
🔗Learn about Alberta’s recovery-oriented system of care: https://t.co/NU9tVLgyH9
Pharmacy changes take effect in Alberta.
Albertans can expect fewer pharmacy trips for regular medications, continued drug coverage and new protections for workers 65 and older beginning Oct. 1: https://t.co/1AkSrqSpcl
The Indigenous Primary Health Care Advisory Panel provided 22 recommendations to improve primary health care for Indigenous people across Alberta.
Action is underway: https://t.co/Wii3qHvxJO
Strengthening specialized care in southern Alberta.
Alberta’s government and partners are investing $71 million to open Calgary’s first cyclotron facility, expanding access to diagnostic imaging and cancer care: https://t.co/a9lJ0z10yY
Amber Ruben spent much of her nearly 20 years at Covenant as a clinical pharmacist.
Today, she helps advance culturally safe care across the organization.
Read Amber's story: https://t.co/ss1SKi8CXk
Help shape the future of health care in your community.
By joining a regional advisory council, you can share your voice and represent your community during health care discussions.
Apply now: Regional Advisory Councils – Health https://t.co/tpQ2xmz8aG
Needing care quickly can be stressful. Alberta has options for urgent and critical needs, including hospitals, urgent care centres, emergency departments, and 911.
Learn more: https://t.co/2ZiMWNrL2d
Every Indigenous patient deserves to feel safe, respected, and understood.
The Indigenous Patient Safety Investigator and Advocate listens, supports, and ensures your rights are honoured in care:
https://t.co/cqpw9ppMgC
Alberta’s health care system is focused on proving consistent, timely access to high quality care – when and where you need it.
Know more about your care options: https://t.co/2ZiMWNrL2d
From city to farm, wherever we live
We are here for each other
We’re ready to give.
In Alberta, a neighbour’s need doesn’t stay a stranger’s problem.
Albertans step up.
It’s just what we do.
Book your blood donation at https://t.co/WR7amIqlvS @CanadasLifeline
If you or a family member is living with cancer and are treating it at home, find out more about Alberta's Outpatient Cancer Drug Program which can provide select medication to Albertan cancer patients, at no cost: https://t.co/hclaLGYgU5