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July 20, 2010
Premier announces new hospital in Grande Prairie
A new 200-bed acute care facility will be built in Grande Prairie, Premier Ed Stelmach announced at a media event in the community July 20, 2010.
July 12, 2010
EMS prepared to giddy up
Creativity needed to treat patients quickly during Calgary Stampede Parade
July 7, 2010
NICU wedding
AHS staff helps couple marry at infant son’s bedside.
July 5, 2010
Dying wish fulfilled
Alberta Health Services (AHS) staff – including nurses, physicians, social workers, administrators and volunteers – helped a woman terminally ill with ovarian cancer return to the Philippines where she wanted to die surrounded by her family.
June 24, 2010
Smoke clears
Three consecutive years of reduced tobacco consumption in Alberta has earned the provincial government kudos from a coalition of six health organizations.
June 23, 2010
More beds, more choices
The opening of Extendicare Michener Hill this September will provide Red Deer seniors and their families with 280 new continuing care beds and a wide range of living choices designed to meet diverse health needs.
June 23, 2010
More beds, more choices for Red Deer seniors
Spacious, modern continuing care centre will better serve Red Deer community.
May 31, 2010
World No Tobacco Day
The Smokers Helpline was implemented in 2002 in response to the Alberta Tobacco Reduction Strategy, a 10-year plan to increase the wellness of Albertans and decrease health-care costs related to tobacco use.
May 20, 2010
Basic training
Reporters learn what it takes to be a paramedic.
May 13, 2010
Sigh of relief
Eight-year-old undergoes successful double lung transplant.
May 10, 2010
Thanks for caring
30,000 AHS nurses share desire to help Albertans.
May 7, 2010
Going the extra mile
Home Care nurses can travel far to help Albertans
May 5, 2010
Plan for the unexpected
Emergency Preparedness Week runs May 2 to 8 and focuses on ensuring families and communities are well prepared for an emergency. Simple steps can protect you and your family during an emergency.
May 3, 2010
Hip and knee surgeries on track at Health Resource Centre, Calgary hospitals
Hip and knee surgeries on track at Health Resource Centre, Calgary hospitals
May 3, 2010
AHS Protective Services implements province-wide security strategy
Alberta Health Services (AHS) has developed a comprehensive protective services strategy that ensures all hospitals across Alberta have access to security services when they need them
April 29, 2010
AHS, STARS ink 10-year deal
The Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society (STARS) base in Grande Prairie will receive provincial funding for the first time in its history as part of a new agreement between Alberta Health Services and STARS.
April 29, 2010
Sod turned on Grande Prairie supportive living facility
Sod turned on Grande Prairie supportive living facility
April 28, 2010
Zero injuries possible
AHS reaffirms workplace safety goal on National Day of Mourning.
April 23, 2010
Donations make a difference
Organ and tissue recipients share their stories and gratitude.
April 20, 2010
From compassion to action
It’s said that those who can, do; and those who can do more, volunteer.
April 6, 2010
Take a load off
AHS weight clinics help youth avoid future orthopedic problems.
March 26, 2010
Cataract surgery increases to reduce wait times
Alberta Health Services (AHS) has signed a new agreement with ophthalmology service providers that will provide 2,140 more cataract surgeries for Albertans this year; improving access for cataract surgery and reducing wait times.
March 26, 2010
Government of Alberta seeking members for the AHS Board
Find out more about the job description.
February 26, 2010
Going for Gold
Alberta Health Services wishes employee Susan O’Connor and her Canadian teammates all the best as they attempt to win Olympic gold in women’s curling February 26 at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
February 22, 2010
Help for Haiti
AHS employees, physicians participate in disaster-relief efforts.
February 16, 2010
Statement on Venous Imaging and Angioplasty in Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Read more about Alberta Health Services statement on venous imaging and angioplasty in Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
February 11, 2010
Body art? Be smart
Do your homework before getting a tattoo, piercing.
February 10, 2010
Heart to heart
Volunteers hand-stitch pillows to ease the pain, anxiety of cardiac patients.
February 3, 2010
Healthy Living Canada
Alberta Health Services and the Government of Alberta are looking for adults living with a chronic condition to participate in Healthy Living Canada, a free, online, self-management pilot project.
January 22, 2010
More than a movie
Trevor Paré of Innisfail knows all about the disease in Extraordinary Measures.
January 6, 2010
Roll up your sleeves
EMS encourages Albertans to donate blood.
