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Finished the first day of #PHABC School. Looking forward to the second day! #ComplexAdaptiveSystems

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The government of Alberta plans to stop workplace policies that mandate the wearing of high heels by amending the Occupational Health and Safety code. The hope is that this will reduce the number of foot-related injuries. #SPH500_Fall18 https://t.co/77mKB87waw

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Canadian Blood Services sent an application to the Health Minister to decrease the blood donation deferral period for men who have sex with men from 1 year to 3 months. This may be a step forward to ending this policy of discrimination. #SPH500_Fall18 https://t.co/6m7SPpwza1

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Approximately 35% of the children admitted to the Stollery Children's Hospital are Indigenous and not from Edmonton. The Awasisak Indigenous program at the hospital helps these patients and their families navigate the complex system. #SPH500_Fall18 https://t.co/AxLembzVTR

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According to Infection Prevention and Control Canada (IPAC), antibiotic resistance in Canada costs $1 billion/year. To decrease cost, IPAC calls on federal government to improve its surveillance system, especially outside large hospitals. #SPH500_Fall18 https://t.co/wDvVPfS38U

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A tax on the consumption of red meat would decrease the death rate due to chronic disease, reduce healthcare costs and increase economic productivity. Should we implement such a policy or encourage lower consumption via health promotion? #SPH500_Fall18 https://t.co/gAPmhgN28w

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In response to the reinstatement of the license of a physician guilty of sexual assault, Alberta Bill 21 (Act to Protect Patients) will enforce stricter rules than the colleges in dealing with sexual misconduct/abuse from providers. https://t.co/8Q4r8BD3wv #SPH500_Fall18

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Instead of making them pay premiums, British Columbia plans to offer free insurance coverage for public healthcare to international students staying in the province for <1 year. What do you think about this policy? https://t.co/iY2ngk6CXT #SPH500_Fall18

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Catholic-based health care institutions, such as Covenant Health, have policies that decline or limit facilitation on medical assistance in dying. This can negatively impact the quality of care for patients and their families. https://t.co/BBgGNBBnce #SPH500_Fall18

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The Mikisew Cree First Nation lost their Supreme Court case regarding the Duty to Consult on governmental legislation that impacts their treaty rights. How will this impact the health of this population in the future? https://t.co/fKoiMukV3l #SPH500_Fall18

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Amongst the Canadian provinces, Newfoundland and Labrador provides the lowest amount of public coverage for vision care for children. If this does not improve, the physical and mental health of the children will suffer. #SPH500_Fall18 https://t.co/HikG5DIBJC

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Alberta paramedics waited >650 000 hours in 2016 to delegate patient care to staff in hospitals. This prevents them from assisting other critical patients promptly. A possible solution to this issue - hire intermediary care providers! #SPH500_Fall18
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Dr. Theresa Tam (Canada's Chief Public Health Officer) recognizes the importance of building neighbourhoods and institutions that encourage exercise and healthy food options. As she reiterates, postal code and genetic code are important. #SPH500_Fall18 https://t.co/QlVnYFsHBS

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If Maxime Bernier, the leader of the People's Party of Canada, becomes the next Prime Minister, he would like to end health transfers from the federal government to the provinces/territories and encourage more privatization. #SPH500_Fall18 https://t.co/xIDLR6trXF

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The HIV rate in Alberta (6.6/100 000 people) may be curtailed by the latest announcement of universal coverage for the HIV-prevention drug PrEP by the Government of Alberta #SPH500_Fall18 https://t.co/VjIDZgZzUi