AHS, RCMP expand Third Option in Red Deer

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Program gives people who have been sexually assaulted time to decide next steps... Read more

AHS, RCMP expand Third Option in Edmonton

Tuesday, December 17, 2019

More people who have been sexually assaulted in Alberta will have an opportunity to focus on healing... Read more

Media Statement: Carewest Sarcee bed changes

Sunday, December 15, 2019

CALGARY - AHS, in partnership with Carewest, is making changes to care spaces at Carewest Sarcee to ... Read more

Albertans reminded to be food safe this holiday season

Friday, December 13, 2019

It is important to wash your hands often and prepare foods properly to reduce the risk of food-borne... Read more

Spread joy, not germs: stay healthy this holiday season

Tuesday, December 10, 2019

'Tis the season of celebratory gatherings but also of seasonal illnesses and influenza... Read more

Doors to officially open on new community health centre

Friday, December 6, 2019

New facility will bring community-based services under one roof.... Read more

Volunteers needed at Daysland Health Centre

Thursday, December 5, 2019

AHS seeking residents interested in making a difference in the lives of patients and their families ... Read more

Candy Cane Campaign to spread cheer and safety tips

Thursday, December 5, 2019

Alberta Health Services has once again teamed up with community partners to run the Candy Cane Campa... Read more

Toys for Tickets campaign

Wednesday, December 4, 2019

AHS today launched its Toys for Tickets campaign... Read more

Media Statement: Alberta Health Services and Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL): Request for Expression of Interest (RFEOI) for Community Lab Services

Tuesday, December 3, 2019

Alberta Health Services (AHS), in partnership with Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL), intends to ... Read more

Media Statement: AHS provides unions with disclosure

Friday, November 29, 2019

Alberta Health Services (AHS) shared information today with the United Nurses of Alberta (UNA), Albe... Read more

Ambulance redesign boosts safety for paramedics, patients

Friday, November 29, 2019

New ambulances being delivered to AHS EMS are safer for paramedics and patients following a redesign... Read more

New family physician now practising in Grande Prairie

Thursday, November 28, 2019

Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family physician now... Read more

Influenza immunization clinic cancelled in Milk River

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Due to winter storm conditions across southern Alberta the influenza clinic has been cancelled... Read more

Construction starts on child, adolescent mental health centre

Friday, November 22, 2019

A new Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health is one step closer to reality... Read more

Upcoming info session on dangers of vaping, e-cigarettes in Medicine Hat

Thursday, November 21, 2019

Parents and caregivers looking for information about the health effects of vaping and e-cigarette us... Read more

National Addictions Awareness Week in Grande Prairie

Thursday, November 21, 2019

AHS is partnering with individuals, community groups, schools and businesses to organize a number of... Read more

Fort McMurray residents 55 and up invited for Grand Ole evening of fun

Wednesday, November 20, 2019

Local and area residents ages 55 and up are invited to attend the fifth annual Grand Ole YMM Opry Co... Read more

Volunteers needed at Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre

Wednesday, November 20, 2019

Seeking residents interested in making a difference in the lives of patients and their families by v... Read more

Medicine Hat public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Feedback welcome at meeting of Palliser Triangle Health Advisory Council... Read more

AHS promotes National Addictions Awareness Week

Monday, November 18, 2019

AHS is teaming up with individuals, community groups, schools and businesses across the province to ... Read more

Health Link: for more than trusted health advice

Friday, November 15, 2019

Albertans can turn to Health Link to get health information, referrals or advice about accessing hea... Read more

First hospice space in Rocky Mountain House now available

Thursday, November 14, 2019

Local and area residents needing end-of-life support now have another care option.... Read more

Lethbridge public invited to meeting of local Health Advisory Council

Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

Fort McMurray public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

First weekly data report posted for 2019/20 influenza season

Friday, November 8, 2019

AHS today posted the first weekly data update for the 2019/20 provincial influenza season online.... Read more

Slave Lake public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Wednesday, November 6, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

Redwater Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Monday, November 4, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

Spirit River Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Monday, November 4, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

Connect Care launches Nov. 3; thousands of clinicians involved to date

Friday, November 1, 2019

On November 3, Alberta Health Services will launch Connect Care.... Read more

Albertans encouraged to keep active as they age

Thursday, October 31, 2019

Adults looking for opportunities to stay active and for information on how to reduce the risk of fal... Read more

Westlock public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Thursday, October 31, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

Wetaskiwin supportive living facility opens for seniors

WETASKIWIN – A new designated supportive living facility has opened in Wetaskiwin for local and area... Read more

Stollery neonatal intensive care expands to local hospital

Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Critically ill infants born at the Sturgeon Community Hospital can receive care closer to home with ... Read more

Public invited to enhanced respite open house next week

Thursday, October 17, 2019

Barrhead and area residents are invited to a community open house next week to learn more about the ... Read more

Pertussis outbreak declared in west part of AHS South Zone

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

AHS has declared an outbreak of pertussis (whooping cough) in the west part of AHS South Zone, inclu... Read more

Single point of contact for addiction, mental health services

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Access Mental Health service now available to all residents in AHS Calgary Zone.... Read more

Supports available following pregnancy, infant loss

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

RED DEER – Parents and families dealing with pregnancy loss or infant death are reminded that suppor... Read more

Renovation work to begin at new Home Care location in Westaskiwin

Thursday, October 10, 2019

Construction crews will begin remodeling two adjoining spaces within the Wetaskiwin Mall October 21... Read more

Workshop focuses on substance use in children and youth

Thursday, October 10, 2019

Parents and caregivers looking for information on youth drug and alcohol use are invited to attend a... Read more

First phase of renovations complete at local hospital

Wednesday, October 9, 2019

The first phase of a $9.3-million renovation project at the Stettler Hospital and Care Centre is now... Read more

New family physician now practising in Slave Lake

Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family physician now... Read more

Pertussis cases confirmed in west part of AHS South Zone

Tuesday, October 8, 2019

Eleven new cases of pertussis have been confirmed in the past week in Lethbridge... Read more

Edmonton Patient records impacted by missing external hard drive

Monday, October 7, 2019

AHS is notifying approximately 650 patients that their personal health information was kept on an ex... Read more

Family physician comes home to practise at health centre in Edson

Friday, October 4, 2019

Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family physician who... Read more

Privacy breach at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre lab

Friday, October 4, 2019

AHS is notifying patients whose electronic patient records were accessed inappropriately at Red Deer... Read more

Albertans encouraged to know their healthcare options

Thursday, October 3, 2019

AHS is always working to manage the capacity in emergency departments to ensure efficient high-quali... Read more

Lethbridge Volunteers needed for AHS recreation, leisure programs

Thursday, October 3, 2019

Volunteers are needed in Lethbridge and Medicine Hat to support adults participating in local Albert... Read more

Emergency pediatric 'pod' opens at South Health Campus

Thursday, October 3, 2019

Specialized $3.9M space for sick children fully funded by Calgary Health Trust... Read more

New knee replacement protocol a first in Western Canada

Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Patients spend less time in hospital, feel minimal discomfort following surgery... Read more

New pediatrician now practising in Grande Prairie

Monday, September 30, 2019

A new pediatrician has been recruited to practise in the city of Grande Prairie... Read more

Chinook Regional Hospital adds midwifery services

Friday, September 27, 2019

Full midwifery services will be available at Chinook Regional Hospital starting next month, giving l... Read more

Volunteers sought for annual Christmas stocking project

Thursday, September 19, 2019

Volunteer crafters are needed for the annual Operation Christmas Stocking project at Chinook Regiona... Read more

Brooks public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Monday, September 16, 2019

Brooks local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and... Read more

Fort McKay public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Monday, September 16, 2019

Fort McKay local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery... Read more

Paddle Prairie public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Monday, September 16, 2019

Paddle Prairie local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare deli... Read more

Three new family physicians now practising in Peace River

Friday, September 13, 2019

Local Peace River residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of three new fami... Read more

Parents reminded of September spike in asthma cases

Friday, September 13, 2019

AHS reminds parents of the September spike in pediatric asthma flare-ups that occurs approximately t... Read more

Edson public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Thursday, September 12, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

Access dementia nurses through Health Link by calling 811

Thursday, September 12, 2019

Whether you are a person living with dementia, a concerned family member of someone diagnosed with d... Read more

High Prairie public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

McLennan public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

New family physician now practising in Lac La Biche

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Local Lac La Biche residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family ... Read more

Nearly 500 residents access CT scans in the community

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Nearly 500 local and area residents have undergone computed tomography (CT) exams at the William J. ... Read more

Lac La Biche local advisory council to host public information session

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Residents are invited to a public information session on Sept. 11 to learn more about efforts by Alb... Read more

Public invited to meeting of local Health Advisory Council

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

Events to mark World Suicide Prevention Day

Friday, September 6, 2019

Sept. 10 marks World Suicide Prevention Day, an internationally recognized event designed to raise a... Read more

Consort Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Thursday, September 5, 2019

Area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and services at an u... Read more

Tofield Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Thursday, September 5, 2019

Feedback welcome at meeting of Yellowhead East Health Advisory Council... Read more

Make immunizations part of your back-to-school plan

Wednesday, September 4, 2019

With school back in session across the province make sure their children are up-to-date with their i... Read more

Get immunized before back-to-school

Friday, August 30, 2019

With September just around the corner, AHS is reminding Albertans to make sure immunization is on yo... Read more

New family physician now practising in Edson

Friday, August 30, 2019

Local Edson residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family physici... Read more

Dialysis service hours extended at Peace River Health Centre

Thursday, August 29, 2019

More patients able to access treatment closer to home with greater flexibility... Read more

Get immunized before back-to-school

Thursday, August 29, 2019

Routine immunization protects you and your family... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and services at an u... Read more

Get your child immunized before back-to-school

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

With September right around the corner, AHS is reminding Albertans to make sure immunization is on b... Read more

Renovation of local emergency department now complete

Monday, August 26, 2019

A major makeover of the Lacombe Hospital and Care Centre emergency department is now complete... Read more

Wood Buffalo Addiction and Mental Health offering services in one convenient new location

Friday, August 23, 2019

Residents of Fort McMurray and surrounding areas can now access walk-in counselling and referral se... Read more

Privacy breach: unauthorized Gmail use for patient care

Thursday, August 22, 2019

AHS notifying affected patients physician and AHS working cooperatively with OIPC... Read more

Fort McMurray - Health on the Move in the North Zone

Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Mobile health van provides increased access to healthcare services & information... Read more

Family Care Clinic hours temporarily change July 29

Friday, July 26, 2019

SLAVE LAKE – Weekday hours at the Slave Lake Family Care Clinic (FCC) are temporarily changing to 9 ... Read more

Tiny sensor makes big difference for heart failure patients

Monday, July 22, 2019

Advanced technology being used at Foothills Medical Centre aims to help heart failure patients stay ... Read more

Simple precautions reduce risk of West Nile virus infection

Monday, July 22, 2019

AHS is reminding Albertans to take precautions necessary to protect themselves against West Nile vir... Read more

Stettler hospital renovation continues on time and budget

Monday, July 15, 2019

Work on the $9.3-million renovation project at the Stettler Hospital & Care Centre continues to prog... Read more

Albertans urged to be safe as possible on ATVs

Friday, July 12, 2019

Province-wide – Summer weather brings people out to explore the backcountry, and Alberta Health Serv... Read more

AHS to expand local continuing care options this fall

Friday, July 12, 2019

DRUMHELLER – A level of continuing care previously unavailable in the community will soon be availab... Read more

New family physician soon to be practising in Athabasca

Friday, July 12, 2019

ATHABASCA – Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family p... Read more

Speech therapy added to cancer centre services

Tuesday, July 2, 2019

People experiencing speech, language, swallowing and related challenges during or following cancer t... Read more

Newborn screening now tests for sickle cell disease

Wednesday, June 19, 2019

All babies in the province are now eligible for routine testing for sickle cell disease following an... Read more

AHS hosts Indigenous Peoples Awareness Week events

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Canadians will be recognizing the diverse cultures by celebrating Indigenous Peoples Awareness Week... Read more

Shutterbugs invited to submit photos for new hospital

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Photographers are invited to submit photos for display in the new regional hospital under constructi... Read more

Theft of hospital equipment prompts patient notifications

Monday, June 17, 2019

Following the conclusion of a privacy investigation into the theft of property from Red Deer Regiona... Read more

Access made easier to addiction, mental health services

Monday, June 17, 2019

Patients and families with adult addiction and mental health concerns in the Edmonton area can now a... Read more

AHS hosts events for National Indigenous Peoples Week

Thursday, June 13, 2019

Canadians will be recognizing the diverse cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities... Read more

Simple precautions can reduce the risk of hantavirus

Thursday, June 13, 2019

Albertans are reminded to take simple steps to protect themselves from hantavirus... Read more

AHS notifying individuals of potential diphtheria exposure

Thursday, June 13, 2019

Following one confirmed case of diphtheria and three identified carriers of the bacteria at an Edmon... Read more

New family physician now practising in Spirit River

Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family physician now... Read more

Register online for prenatal classes with AHS South Zone

Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Southern Albertans can now access comprehensive prenatal information... Read more

Online directory provides continuing care facility information

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Albertans now have the ability to explore and learn more about continuing care facilities across the... Read more

Firefly lighting up treatment of gynecological cancers

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Women now have access to an enhanced treatment for certain gynecological cancers with a new state-of... Read more

Wellness tips now available through Alexa & Google Home

Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Making daily wellness tips available through Alexa and Google Home... Read more

New family physician now practising in Cold Lake

Monday, June 10, 2019

Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family physician now... Read more

Volunteers sought for area Health Advisory Council

Monday, June 10, 2019

AHS is recruiting new volunteer members to the Yellowhead East Health Advisory Council... Read more

Volunteers sought for area Health Advisory Council

Monday, June 10, 2019

AHS recruiting new volunteer members to the Oldman River Health Advisory Council... Read more

Minor service disruptions expected during upgrades

Monday, June 10, 2019

Scheduled electrical work starting Monday at the Rocky Mountain House Health Centre will lead to tem... Read more

Opening of local supportive living facility officially celebrated

Friday, June 7, 2019

Hamlets at Red Deer provides an additional 136 supportive living spaces... Read more

Volunteers needed at Hanna Health Centre

Thursday, June 6, 2019

AHS is seeking residents in Hannah interested in making a difference in the lives of patients and th... Read more

Volunteers needed at local hospital and care centre

Thursday, June 6, 2019

AHS seeking residents in Coronation interested in making a difference in the lives of patients and t... Read more

Addiction mental health supports in place for residents

Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Alberta Health Services will be providing enhanced addiction and mental health services... Read more

Donation funds specialized pediatric emergency care pod

Friday, May 31, 2019

New South Health Campus space funded by donation to Calgary Health Trust... Read more

Volunteers needed to lead chronic disease sessions

Friday, May 31, 2019

looking for volunteers to facilitate Better Choices Better Health... Read more

Hospital display set up to mark World No Tobacco Day

Thursday, May 30, 2019

AHS is raising awareness about the negative impact tobacco has on lungs health during World No Tobac... Read more

Northern Lights Regional Health Centre open and operational

FORT McMURRAY- The Northern Lights Regional Health Centre in Fort McMurray remains open and fully op... Read more

Advanced Ambulatory Care Service celebrates one year

Monday, May 27, 2019

Project proceeding on time and on budget at Lacombe Hospital and Care Centre... Read more

New family physician now practising in Elk Point

Thursday, May 23, 2019

Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family physician now... Read more

New family physician now practising in High Prairie

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

HIGH PRAIRIE – Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new famil... Read more

Public invited to celebrate Paramedic Services Week

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Alberta - National Paramedic Services Week (May 26-June 1) honours the Emergency Medical Services (E... Read more

AHS notifying individuals of potential tuberculosis exposure

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

CALGARY - Alberta Health Services (AHS) is notifying 200 individuals that they may have been exposed... Read more

New family physician now practising in Cold Lake

Tuesday, May 21, 2019

COLD LAKE – Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of a new family p... Read more

Construction progresses on local emergency department renovations

Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Construction is well underway to the Lacombe Hospital and Care Centre emergency department... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Wood Buffalo Health Advisory Council... Read more

Workshops focus on sexual gender minority inclusion

Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a free upcoming community workshop about inclusive he... Read more

Local hospital patients encouraged to End PJ Paralysis

Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Some patients at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre are swapping their hospital gowns for their own c... Read more

AHS marks Mental Health Week with events in South Zone

Monday, May 6, 2019

Alberta Health Services invites Albertans to boost their mental health by taking part in activities ... Read more

Public invited to meeting of local Health Advisory Council

Monday, May 6, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and servic... Read more

AHS to celebrate STOP Clean Your Hands Day 2019

Friday, May 3, 2019

National campaign raises awareness of the importance of hand hygiene... Read more

Public invited to info session about sexting

Thursday, May 2, 2019

Area residents are invited to attend a free community information session to learn about sexting... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a public meeting of the True North Health Advisory Co... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Wood Buffalo Health Advisory Council... Read more

Halal meal options now offered to patients at Northern Lights Regional Health Centre

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

FORT McMURRAY– Patients receiving care at the Northern Lights Regional Health Centre (NLRHC) are now... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

GRANDE CACHE – Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Peace Health Advisory... Read more

Public invited to community conversation about cannabis

Friday, April 26, 2019

GRANDE PRAIRIE – Local residents seeking to broaden their perspective about cannabis are invited to ... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Lakeland Communities Health Advisory... Read more

Four-day temporary closure of Health Centre heliport

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

The heliport at Rocky Mountain House Health Centre will be temporarily closed... Read more

Public invited to annual Spring Clean Up at local hospital

Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to take part in the annual Spring Clean Up at Chinook Regional ... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Monday, April 22, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a public meeting of the Lesser Slave Lake Health Advi... Read more

AHS offers free oral health services for children

Monday, April 22, 2019

April is Oral Health Month... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Monday, April 22, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Tamarack Health Advisory Council... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Tamarack Health Advisory Council... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Lakeland Communities Health Advisory... Read more

Families challenged to Move Your Mood this spring

Tuesday, April 9, 2019

Red Deer families interested in getting active eating healthy and feeling positive are encouraged to... Read more

AHS hosts free screening of organ donation documentary

Monday, April 8, 2019

Alberta Health Services invites the public to a free screening of the CBC documentary Vital Bonds... Read more

Volunteers needed at the Milk River Health Centre

Thursday, April 4, 2019

The Milk River Health Centre has opportunities for Mealtime Assistance Volunteers... Read more

Families challenged to Move Your Mood this spring

Thursday, April 4, 2019

Red Deer families interested in getting active... Read more

AHS informing individuals of exposure to tuberculosis

Wednesday, April 3, 2019

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is in the process of notifying individuals potentially exposed to a co... Read more

AHS offers mealtime assistance training for volunteers

Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Residents interested in making a difference for patients in their communities are encouraged to cons... Read more

Albertans invited to learn how to live well with cancer

Friday, March 22, 2019

AHS and Wellspring Calgary are inviting people living with cancer and healthcare professionals to at... Read more

Upgrades enhance local adolescent mental health spaces

Wednesday, March 20, 2019

A brighter environment will greet youth and their families receiving care in two local adolescent me... Read more

New Parking Services office on schedule to open in April

Monday, March 18, 2019

A new Parking Services office at Chinook Regional Hospital is on track to open in early April... Read more

Public Health Advisory Council meeting postponed

Friday, March 15, 2019

The Yellowhead East Health Advisory Council public meeting planned for March 20 has been postponed... Read more

Public Health Advisory Council meeting postponed

Friday, March 15, 2019

The David Thompson Health Advisory Council public meeting planned for March 26 has been postponed... Read more

Public Health Advisory Council meeting postponed

Friday, March 15, 2019

The Wood Buffalo Health Advisory Council public meeting planned for March 20 has been postponed... Read more

Be active and stay healthy with Walk On program

Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Residents living in Fort McMurray and the surrounding Wood Buffalo region who are looking to continu... Read more

Residents invited to information session about teen vaping

Monday, March 11, 2019

Area residents are invited to attend a free community information session to learn about the harms v... Read more

New X-ray machine in service at local healthcare centre

Monday, March 11, 2019

Full X-ray services have resumed for patients at the Mayerthorpe Healthcare Centre... Read more

Volunteers needed at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital

Monday, March 11, 2019

Medicine Hat Regional Hospital is seeking volunteers to support patients and their families... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Thursday, March 7, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Yellowhead East Health Advisory Coun... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Thursday, March 7, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the David Thompson Health Advisory Counc... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Thursday, March 7, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Wood Buffalo Health Advisory Council... Read more

AHS reaches three-year agreement with Alberta midwives

Wednesday, March 6, 2019

AHS and AAM reached a three year agreement to increase access to midwifery services for Albertans... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Greater Edmonton Health Advisory Cou... Read more

Patients notified about potential scabies exposure

Tuesday, March 5, 2019

About 200 individuals who were intensive care patients at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Monday, March 4, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Lakeland Communities Health Advisory... Read more

New local supportive living facility opens for seniors

Thursday, February 28, 2019

A new local designated supportive living facility in Red Deer has opened that will help meet the car... Read more

AHS notifying individuals of potential tuberculosis exposure

Thursday, February 28, 2019

AHS mailed notification letters to individuals potentially exposed to a confirmed case of tuberculos... Read more

Patients notified about local endoscopy cleaning issue

Monday, February 25, 2019

About 500 individuals at low risk of exposure to infection no ongoing risk... Read more

Public invited to free forum on optimizing transitions in care

Friday, February 22, 2019

More people are surviving critical illness and returning to their communities after spending time in... Read more

Abatement underway at Dr. Cooke Extended Care Centre

Friday, February 22, 2019

Hazardous materials from the south wing of the Doctor Cooke Extended Care Centre are now being remov... Read more

AHS to provide direct EMS service to Vegreville

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

AHS announced today it will begin providing local and area ambulance services within the next six mo... Read more

Take healthy living pledge during Canada Winter Games

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

Residents and visitors encouraged to be champions of their health... Read more

AHS expanding dialysis care at Drayton Valley Hospital

Friday, February 15, 2019

Service expansion enables more patients to access treatment locally... Read more

Alberta newborns eligible for quick pain free hearing test

Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Newborns in the province are now eligible for a quick and pain-free test to screen for permanent hea... Read more

AHS earns recognition for transformation of supply chain

Monday, February 11, 2019

Alberta Health Services has one of the top health supply chain management programs in the world.... Read more

Foundation invests $750,000 to enhance local healthcare

Friday, February 1, 2019

The Brooks and District Health Foundation has committed to investing $750,000 with Alberta Health Se... Read more

Health services temporarily relocated during construction

Friday, February 1, 2019

Community health services at the Lac La Biche Provincial Building will be temporarily relocated... Read more

Research aims to improve Indigenous health outcomes

Thursday, January 31, 2019

AHS launched a three year research project designed to help Indigenous people navigate the health sy... Read more

Two medical detox beds open in Swan Hills

Wednesday, January 30, 2019

Two medical detox beds have opened at the Swan Hills Healthcare Centre... Read more

Spike in opioid overdose calls prompts public warning

Tuesday, January 29, 2019

AHS is warning the public to take precautions after a significant spike in opioid overdose calls ove... Read more

New family physician now practising in Mayerthorpe

Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Dr. Nabeel Al-Gailani is a family medicine physician now practising out of the Mayerthorpe Healthcar... Read more

Public invited to launch of bariatric-friendly hospital initiative

Monday, January 28, 2019

Local residents are invited to Medicine Hat Regional Hospital to learn what it means to be a bariatr... Read more

Confirmed hepatitis A case prompts public alert in Nanton

Friday, January 25, 2019

AHS has confirmed a case of hepatitis A in an individual who, while infectious, participated in prep... Read more

Two new family physicians now practising in Wabasca

Monday, January 21, 2019

Local residents have increased access to primary care with the arrival of two new family physicians ... Read more

AHS celebrates National Non-Smoking Week

Saturday, January 19, 2019

National Non-Smoking Week runs January 20 to 26... Read more

Volunteers sought for health, provincial advisory councils

Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Recruiting new volunteer members to Health Advisory Councils across Alberta... Read more

Continued vigilance encouraged for M. chimaera infection in open heart patients

Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is notifying physicians to consider exposure to M. chimaera bacteria a... Read more

AHS and UNA reach agreement: RDRHC emergency department staffing

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Reached an agreement to settle a union grievance involving a nursing staffing shortage at the Red De... Read more

Neonatal nurse practitioner joins NICU care team

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Babies requiring specialized care at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Palliser Triangle Health Advisory Co... Read more

X-ray services temporarily affected during construction

Monday, January 14, 2019

X-ray services at the Boyle Healthcare Centre will be temporarily affected when upgrades to its duct... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Thursday, January 10, 2019

Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Greater Edmonton Health Advisory Cou... Read more

Local public health services now available weekly

Thursday, January 10, 2019

Local residents now have improved access to a wide range of public health services as Alberta Health... Read more

Residents invited to share views about healthcare at public meeting hosted by True North Health Advisory Council

Local and area residents are invited to attend a public meeting on January 23... Read more

Public invited to meeting of local Health Advisory Council

Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Residents are invited to share their thoughts on local healthcare delivery and services at a meeting... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Friday, January 4, 2019

Feedback welcome at meeting of David Thompson Health Advisory Council.... Read more

New emergency department entrance opens Jan. 8

Thursday, January 3, 2019

Medicine Hat Regional Hospital will officially begin using its new emergency department doors at 7 a... Read more