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2009 Features
December 22, 2009
Healthy holiday spirit
When the holiday season rolls around, it’s hard to argue the positive impact of a warm, giving spirit on our wellbeing, yet throughout the year, we continue to struggle with the idea of giving to others to protect our mental health.
December 18, 2009
Don't be SAD
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is most common during the fall and winter, in particular during December, January and February. Exercise, daylight and companionship can chase the winter blues away.
December 11, 2009
Emergency education: Teaching kids about the value of 911
EMS officer Stuart Brideaux says Taylor Lowdon is proof kids can learn how to react in emergencies.
December 4, 2009
One million and counting
Vaccination campaign reaches milestone, much more work to be done.
November 24, 2009
Get your H1N1 vaccination: it's important to protect yourself, your family
A message from Dr. Gerry Predy, Senior Medical Officer of Health, Alberta Health Services.
November 13, 2009
It is time to say thank you
A message from Dr. Gerry Predy, Senior Medical Officer of Health.
November 13, 2009
Special delivery for H1N1 nurses
John McFaul has two words for the Alberta Health Services nurses who are working at the H1N1 vaccination clinics: Thank you.
November 5, 2009
Vaccinations resume
Clinics run smoothly as targeted plan begins
October 30, 2009
Keep ‘Handy Candy’ away from little gobblin’ goblins
Don't let Halloween treats get in the way of healthy eats
October 28, 2009
H1N1 vaccine safe, well-tested
Immunization your best defence against virus
October 26, 2009
Albertans keep H1N1 clinics busy
AHS started to roll out public H1N1 immunization clinics in most centres October 26 and long lineups were reported around the province
October 2, 2009
House of smiles
Rotary Flames House Alberta's first free-standing pediatric hospice
September 16, 2009
Patients embrace community care
Health care doesn't only happen in hospitals. Every day, Albertans are receiving the care they need in the community and, sometimes, right in their homes
September 7, 2009
Big feat on foot
Over the course of six months, 67-year-old Everett Blain logged enough steps to have walked from his home in Carstairs, north of Calgary, to Vancouver
August 25, 2009
Wiki becomes global resource for the disabled
An Alberta-created online resource for home modifications for people with physical limitations is helping patients around the world.
August 13, 2009
DynaLIFE labour dispute
Alberta Government appoints Disputes Inquiry Board.
August 9, 2009
Be sun smart
As our days get longer and the sun shines brighter, remember to protect yourself against harmful UV rays.
August 04, 2009
Road trip can save lives
Two mobile digital mammography units are on the road, making cancer screening accessible to rural areas throughout the province.
July 27, 2009
Helping kids eat healthy
A new guide from Alberta Health Services is perfect for parents looking for healthy meal and snack ideas for their kids.
July 21, 2009
Big risk for youth
Studies show teenagers can be attracted to video lottery terminals (VLTs) for the same reasons they're attracted to video games - and that concerns provincial experts on problem gambling
July 13, 2009
Heart of the matter
Alberta team establishes the global standard for the use of Cardiac Magnetic Resonance (CMR)
July 06, 2009
Net gain for Alberta parents
Parenting can be as difficult and daunting a job as the Internet is huge and full of misinformation
July 02, 2009
Technology critical in timely stroke treatment
New technology that links stroke patients to stroke specialists in Edmonton and Calgary is now in use at three more health care facilities in northern Alberta
June 26, 2009
Camp cooking: Looking for healthy choices?
Fresh air and outdoor adventures while camping provide a healthy dose of physical activity, but balancing this with healthy eating choices is sometimes a struggle
June 05, 2009
West Nile Virus can take a bite out of your summer
In 2007, Heather Vint became one of the record breaking 320 cases of West Nile Virus in Alberta
June 1, 2009
Summer safety tips
Summer safety tips including steps to avoid e.Coli, hantavirus, rabies, WNv and UV.
May 11, 2009
National Nursing Week
National Nursing Week: May 11 - 17, 2009.
May 06, 2009
Your health questions answered by HEALTHLink Alberta
Access to health advice and information at your fingertips
May 06, 2009
Give the gift of life
Organ donation has changed the lives of thousands of Canadians
April 17, 2009
A smile is always in style
Learn simple tips to keep you smiling during Oral Health Month
April 17, 2009
Volunteers demonstrate the power of caring
National Volunteer Week: April 19 - 25, 2009
April 17, 2009
A family affair
National Immunization Awareness Week: April 25 - May 2, 2009
April 1, 2009
We Are One
One team. One Board. One plan for the delivery of health care in Alberta. On April 1, 2009, 'one' will be more than a number or a date on a calendar - it will signal an important milestone for all Albertans
