News Release Interim access to Zolgensma for Alberta children Families of Alberta children suffering from spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) may now be eligible to receive funding for gene replacement therapy treatment. Alberta’s government is working with Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc. to provide interim patient access to Zolgensma. SMA is a rare and progressive genetic disorder … Continue reading
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Satellite vaccine clinics open in emergency departments
News Release Satellite vaccine clinics open in emergency departments Satellite vaccine clinics have opened in emergency departments in hospitals around the province. Nine satellite clinics have already taken place, with more than 425 emergency department staff vaccinated. As more vaccine becomes available, additional clinics will be opened for eligible staff. Alberta Health Services and Covenant … Continue reading
Flu shots now available across Alberta
News Release Flu shots now available across Alberta This year, more than ever, Albertans should get immunized against influenza to protect their health and support the province’s fight against COVID-19. Minister Shandro and Dr. Hinshaw receive the flu shot. Flu shots are now available free of charge at pharmacies and doctors’ offices across the province. … Continue reading
Edmonton Zone Announcement: Boluntaryong mga hakbang Pangkalusugan sa Edmonton Zone
NEWS RELEASEBoluntaryong mga hakbang Pangkalusugan sa EdmontonZone Ang gobyerno ng Alberta ay nagpapatupad ng boluntaryong hakbangpangkalusugan ng publiko upang makatulong sapag-iwas ng pagkalat ng COVID-19 sa EdmontonZone at protektahan ang kalusugan ng mgaAlbertans. Epektibo kaagad, ang lahat ng mga residente atbisita sa Edmonton Zone ay dapat: o Limitahan ang kanilang mga pagtitipon salipunan at … Continue reading
New agreement allows pharmacies to offer more services
News Release New agreement allows pharmacies to offer more services The Redford government is ensuring Albertans can access additional health care services – such as, customized medication assessments, tobacco cessation counseling and new medication management tools for diabetics – at their local pharmacies. Alberta’s 1,049 licensed pharmacies are now able to offer a broader scope … Continue reading
Immunization clinics re-open Jan.3, two deaths linked to H1N1
Alberta Health Services (AHS) will be re-opening several influenza immunization clinics starting on Friday in the wake of reports of two Albertans whose deaths were linked to the H1N1 disease. Dr.James Talbot of the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health tweeted that more flu shot clinics have been added in Edmonton and Calgary. … Continue reading
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