9 h. ago Alberta Medical Association warns measles will rise, says ramped

Alberta Medical Association president Dr. Shelley Duggan says the numbers suggest that within weeks, the numbers could skyrocket.

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3 d. ago Opinion: Politics at play in chief medical officer's departure?

Last week’s departure of Alberta’s chief medical officer of health is sad and alarming. Dr. Mark Joffe held the top public health position in Alberta since late 2022. He resigned April 15. His resignation could have been expected as we’d heard little from him publicly in recent months, raising questions about why he was silent […]

Politics

8 d. ago Dr. Sunil Sookram named Alberta’s new interim top doctor amid measles outbreak

Trained as an ER physician, Dr. Sunil Sookram currently is the medical director and chief of medical staff at Strathcona Community Hospital in Sherwood Park.

Science

9 d. ago Canadian university staff advised to avoid travel to the U.S. over border 'difficulties'

The national voice for Canadian university teachers and other professionals has warned against travelling to America due to border "difficulties" and other developing issues.The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is warning academic staff to only travel to the U.S. if it's essential and necessary.CAUT says that the warning was sparked by the "rapidly evolving political landscape" in the States, which includes reports of individuals encountering difficulties when attempting to cross the border.The association has also stated that folks who fall into specific categories should "exercise particular caution." The categories include citizens or residents of a country identified in reports as "likely to be subject to a travel ban."It includes people who are citizens or residents of a country "where there are diplomatic tensions with the U.S," and those with passport stamps that show they've visited countries that may be subject to a trave...

Society

1 week ago Mark Joffe no longer Alberta’s chief medical officer of health

Two and a half years after taking over as Alberta's top doctor on an interim basis, Mark Joffe is no longer in his role. 

Events

1 week ago Dr. Mark Joffe out as Alberta chief medical officer of health

Alberta Health says Joffe's contract ended on Monday and an interim appointment will be announced 'imminently'

Events

1 week ago Canadian university teachers warned against travelling to the United States

HALIFAX — The association that represents academic staff at Canadian universities is warning its members against non-essential travel to the United States. The Canadian Association of University Teachers says it released updated travel advice today due to the “political landscape” created by the Trump administration and reports of some Canadians encountering difficulties while crossing the […]

Society

1 week ago Alberta’s top public health doctor reminding public to get their measles vaccine

Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health said the number of confirmed cases of measels in the province doesn't reflect the number of people who may have been exposed to the virus.

Science

1 week ago Smith defends directing auditor general's procurement investigation to lawyers

Having questions on contentious medical procurement from Alberta’s auditor general screened by government-contracted lawyers isn’t stonewalling but an effort to enhance efficiency, Premier Danielle Smith said Saturday. In a memo leaked to Postmedia, a senior deputy minister instructs officials to redirect interview requests from the office of the auditor general to the government’s legal counsel. […]

Economics

2 w. ago Alberta moves closer to donating imported medication to Ukraine as expiry dates loom

Alberta also continues to attempt to import intravenous acetaminophen to fulfil the balance of its contract with the Turkish manufacturer

Economics

2 w. ago ‘Measles is only a car ride away!’ New York sounds alarm over Canada cases

As measles cases continue to rise in Canada, particularly in Ontario, one U.S. state is taking notice of the surge and warning its residents about travel.

Transport

2 w. ago New York warns travellers about Canada: ‘Measles is just a car ride away!’

As measles cases continue to rise in Canada, particularly in Ontario, one U.S. state is taking notice of the surge and warning its residents about travel.

Transport

3 w. ago Rise in measles cases has prompted Albertans to get their MMR vaccine

Calgary pharmacists are seeing an increase in measle vaccine appointments, even for those that have to pay for it

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3 w. ago 2 southern Alberta entertainment venues are now sensory inclusive

Two Medicine Hat entertainment venues are now the first in Alberta to be equipped to ensure everyone can enjoy events no matter the volume level.

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4 w. ago Pediatric care underfunded and putting kids at risk: Alberta Medical Association

The AMA says nearly half of pediatricians are considering retirement and that a quarter of them are thinking of leaving Alberta or reducing patient care responsibilities.

Society

4 w. ago Pediatric care in Alberta underfunded and putting kids at risk: medical association

CALGARY — Alberta doctors are warning of “catastrophic” consequences for children’s physical and mental health if the province doesn’t boost funding for pediatric care. The Alberta Medical Association says nearly half of pediatricians are considering retirement and that a quarter of them are thinking of leaving Alberta or reducing patient care responsibilities. It blames the […]

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