Access improves for treatment of swallowing disorders

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

EDMONTON — Albertans can now access a minimally invasive procedure to treat swallowing disorders in ... Read more

Surgical capacity expanding at Leduc Community Hospital

Friday, April 19, 2024

LEDUC - Starting this month, more patients will have access to the surgeries they need as the Leduc ... Read more

Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital home to Alberta’s first seven-axis robotic carving machine

Sunday, March 19, 2023

EDMONTON – Upgrading from a three- to seven-axis robotic carver at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospi... Read more

AHS offers resources & support for weight management

Monday, March 4, 2024

EDMONTON — Today is World Obesity Day, and Alberta Health Services (AHS) has free services and resou... Read more

Public invited to online Edmonton Health Advisory Council meeting

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

EDMONTON – Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Greater Edmonton Health A... Read more

Make sure childhood immunizations are up-to-date

Friday, February 23, 2024

Alberta Health Services is reminding Albertans with children to ensure their kids are up-to-date wit... Read more

AHS parking fees to change April 1

Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Effective April 1, 2024, public parking rates at Alberta Health Services (AHS) facilities across Alb... Read more

Work underway to resolve Royal Alexandra Hospital heat issue

Friday, January 12, 2024

EDMONTON – Due to an air handling system issue caused by freezing temperatures across the Edmonton a... Read more

Clarification on use of imported pain medication in hospitals

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

EDMONTON - Alberta Health Services (AHS) would like to provide some clarification around the use of ... Read more

Public invited to online Health Advisory Council meeting

Thursday, January 11, 2024

EDMONTON – Local and area residents are invited to attend a meeting of the Greater Edmonton Health A... Read more

New Year's babies are here

Monday, January 1, 2024

Edmonton, Calgary and Red Deer celebrate the first babies of the new year.... Read more

Record year of generosity for Toys For Tickets campaign

Thursday, December 21, 2023

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has completed its most successful Toys For Tickets campaign with a rec... Read more

AHS accepting toys as payment for parking tickets

Monday, November 20, 2023

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is bringing back its Toys for Tickets campaign, which gives people who... Read more

Falls Prevention Month a reminder to stay safe all year

Friday, November 17, 2023

November is Falls Prevention Month, and Alberta Health Services encourages Albertans to take steps t... Read more

Changes to Alberta Health Services executive team

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Last week, the Government of Alberta announced a vision to refocus Alberta’s public healthcare syste... Read more

Confirmed hepatitis A case prompts public alert in Edmonton Zone

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has confirmed a case of hepatitis A in a food handler worki... Read more

Supports available to help individuals thinking of suicide

Monday, September 18, 2023

AHS reminds Albertans to take any mention of suicide seriously... Read more

AHS surgeon shares hand hygiene expertise internationally

Friday, September 8, 2023

First Alberta clinician to have video posted by New England Journal of Medicine... Read more

Public invited to Edmonton Health Advisory Council meeting

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Local and area residents are invited to hear from Alberta Health Services AHS Edmonton Zone leadersh... Read more

Pediatric clinic west of Edmonton helps families access care closer to home

Monday, August 28, 2023

A pediatric clinic that opened earlier this year at the WestView Health Centre in Stony Plain is hel... Read more

Cancer patients evacuated from wildfires to call Alberta toll-free number for uninterrupted care

Thursday, August 24, 2023

Alberta Health Services (AHS) wants to ensure any cancer patients evacuated from the Northwest Terri... Read more

Freezing technique a new treatment option for preventing esophageal cancer

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Albertans now have access to a minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment option at hospitals in bot... Read more

Improving delivery of mental health and addiction services

Thursday, August 3, 2023

EDMONTON - Alberta Health Services (AHS) is working to consolidate all mental health and addiction s... Read more

Simple tips to enjoy recreational water activities safely

Friday, July 21, 2023

PROVINCE-WIDE - With the warmer weather, Alberta Health Services is reminding Albertans to follow re... Read more

Have fun while staying safe during K-Days events

Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Alberta Health Services (AHS) reminds people attending K-Days events to take a few precautions to st... Read more

Simple precautions reduce risk of West Nile virus infection

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans to take precautions to protect themselves again... Read more

Many local supports available for opioid use disorder

Thursday, July 6, 2023

If you are in crisis, please connect with a healthcare professional or call 911 if it’s an emergency... Read more

Confirmed hepatitis A case prompts public alert in Edmonton Zone

Saturday, July 1, 2023

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has confirmed a case of hepatitis A in a food handler worki... Read more

Evansburg Health Centre re-opens

Monday, May 15, 2023

The Evansburg Health Centre has opened today, May 15 at 8:30 a.m.... Read more

Wildfire information, advice, and supports available

Friday, May 12, 2023

To help Albertans impacted by the wildfires AHS is offering supports and resources... Read more

Care and support available from AHS across province

Monday, May 8, 2023

AHS continues to closely monitor the provincial wildfire situation and is reminding Albertans how to... Read more

AHS responds to provincial wildfires

Sunday, May 7, 2023

Alberta Health Services, with the help of our EMS teams, have evacuated several healthcare sites in ... Read more

AHS statement – AHS expresses sincere condolences to Edmonton Police Service

Thursday, March 16, 2023

We share a deep and close bond with all of our first responder partners... Read more

Shigella outbreak in Edmonton Zone reopened

Friday, March 10, 2023

Due to a number of cases confirmed in the last three weeks, as of March 9, 2023, Alberta Health Serv... Read more

Shigella outbreak in Edmonton Zone declared over

Thursday, February 16, 2023

Alberta Health Services is pleased to share that the Shigella outbreak that has impacted Edmonton Zo... Read more

Trials begin for Alberta-created Linac-MR technology, first in the province

Friday, February 3, 2023

Clinical trials are set to start at the Cross Cancer Institute, treating patients for the first time... Read more

AHS renews agreement with Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association

Saturday, January 28, 2023

EDMONTON – Today Alberta Health Services (AHS) signed a new three-year agreement to continue its lon... Read more

AHS offers resources to help Albertans quit tobacco

Monday, January 16, 2023

Many Albertans may be considering a New Year’s resolution to quit tobacco, and Alberta Health Servic... Read more

New emergency discharge community transition beds opening for people experiencing homelessness

Thursday, January 12, 2023

Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Jasper Place Wellness Centre are opening 36 new transition beds th... Read more

2023 New Year’s babies will not be announced

Thursday, December 29, 2022

We hope to resume this practice in 2024... Read more

AHS thanks donors to Toys for Tickets campaign

Thursday, December 22, 2022

The campaign gave people who received an AHS parking ticket an opportunity to donate a new, unwrappe... Read more

Stollery taking steps to ease acute care pressures

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

EDMONTON - With respiratory viruses surging in the community, the Stollery Children's Hospital is ex... Read more

New OR opens at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women

Monday, December 19, 2022

The Lois Hole hospital now has five women’s operating rooms... Read more

Fort Sask hospital temporarily closes labour, delivery unit

Friday, December 16, 2022

The Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital will temporarily consolidate obstetrical services at the St... Read more

Stollery joins global network for research on heart defects

Thursday, December 15, 2022

The Stollery Children’s Hospital is the first hospital in Canada to join the Fontan Outcomes Network... Read more

Device improves quality of life for young cardiac patients

Thursday, December 8, 2022

Two patients at the Stollery Childrens Hospital are the first in North America using a new lighter m... Read more

New designated supportive living spaces open in Edmonton

Monday, December 5, 2022

Shasta Care Community begins welcoming new residents this week... Read more

Community labs transition from APL to DynaLIFE

Monday, December 5, 2022

Today community lab services in larger urban centres in the province have transitioned from Alberta ... Read more

Spread joy, not germs: stay healthy this holiday season

Friday, December 2, 2022

EDMONTON – To help ensure the holiday season is a happy and healthy one, Alberta Health Services (AH... Read more

AHS accepting toys as payment for parking tickets

Thursday, November 24, 2022

AHS brings back Toys for Tickets campaign giving people who recently received an AHS parking ticket ... Read more

Response to Shigella outbreak ongoing in Edmonton Zone

Thursday, November 17, 2022

Alberta Health Services and the City of Edmonton continue to work closely with inner city shelters, ... Read more

Donation to help children access communication supports

Monday, October 31, 2022

A $866,000 donation from the Children's Ability Fund will support young children with communication ... Read more

Stay safe for tricks and treats this Halloween

Monday, October 31, 2022

AHS is reminding Albertans of a few simple tips to keep young ones safe during Halloween festivities... Read more

Keep your child healthy during respiratory season

Friday, October 28, 2022

Alberta Health Services is reminding parents of ways to help protect their children from respiratory... Read more

AHS investigating Shigella outbreak in Edmonton Zone

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is notifying the public about an ongoing investigation into a Shigella... Read more

Newly opened ‘health hub’ brings services under one roof

Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Edmonton’s newest ‘health hub’ is now open, bringing multiple healthcare services under one roof. ... Read more

Several In-hospital labs across Alberta to shift to hospital patients only December 5

Monday, October 3, 2022

All Albertans can continue to access lab services at their local community laboratory sites.... Read more

Edmonton cardiac program reaches milestone

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

A team of cardiac experts from Edmonton is celebrating a milestone a dozen years in the making.... Read more

New ambulances serving patients in Calgary & Edmonton

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

AHS has 10 additional new ambulances in service for Alberta patients, with five each in Calgary and ... Read more

Simulation practice makes perfect sense

Friday, September 16, 2022

Staff develop life-saving skills through lab technology, medical mannequins... Read more

AHS to update surgical waitlist with phone calls in the Edmonton Zone

Thursday, September 15, 2022

Patients listed on surgical waitlists in the Edmonton Zone of Alberta Health Services can expect a p... Read more

World Suicide Prevention Day aims to spark conversations and inspire hope

Friday, September 9, 2022

Alberta Health Services recognizes September 10 as World Suicide Prevention Day... Read more

Fort Sask hospital temporarily closes labour, delivery unit

Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Effective 11 p.m. on September 1, the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital will temporarily consolid... Read more

Chronic Pain Self Management Program supports Albertans living with long term pain

Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Free six week series of virtual workshops starts next month... Read more

University of Alberta Hospital to begin maintenance work in emergency department

Monday, August 29, 2022

Emergency department remains safe & open for patients... Read more

Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital resumes womens health services

Monday, August 22, 2022

The Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospitals FSCH Womens Health Program has reopened obstetrical servic... Read more

AHS selects vendors to provide retail food services in Calgary and Edmonton

Wednesday, August 17, 2022

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has entered into negotiations with three vendors to provide retail foo... Read more

Monkeypox immunization appointments now available across the province

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Starting today, Albertans aged 18 and older who self-identify as meeting the eligibility criteria fo... Read more

Fort Saskatchewan hospital temporarily closes labour, delivery unit

Friday, August 5, 2022

Effective August 6, the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital will temporarily consolidate obstetrica... Read more

AHS and HSAA ratify collective agreement

Thursday, July 28, 2022

Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the Health Sciences Association of Alberta have ratified a new col... Read more

Keep food, water safe when enjoying outside this summer

Keep food, water safe when enjoying outside this summer... Read more

Edmonton: Simple precautions reduce risk of West Nile virus infection

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

AHS is reminding Albertans to take precautions to protect themselves against West Nile virus infecti... Read more

Have fun but stay safe during K-Days

Friday, July 22, 2022

AHS wants residents and visitors to enjoy K-Days and to stay safe... Read more

Mobile mammography service to visit Stony Plain and Enoch Cree Nation

Thursday, July 21, 2022

Women ages 50 to 74 the group most at risk of developing breast cancer will have local access to mam... Read more

COVID-19 visitor restrictions rescinded at AHS acute care sites

Wednesday, July 20, 2022

EDMONTON – Visitor restrictions at Alberta Health Services (AHS) acute care, ambulatory care, urgent... Read more

More than $400,000 invested in healthcare in Fort Saskatchewan

Wednesday, July 20, 2022

More than $400,000 has been invested at the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital to provide upgrades... Read more

AHS will no longer require COVID-19 immunization as condition of employment

Monday, July 18, 2022

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) is rescinding its Immunization of Workers for COVID-19 Poli... Read more

Free child car safety seat clinics continue this summer and fall in Edmonton

Friday, July 8, 2022

EDMONTON – This summer, the public is invited to attend free child car safety seat inspection clinic... Read more

National Injury Prevention Day brings awareness to preventable injuries - Edmonton Zone

Tuesday, July 5, 2022

AHS supports Parachute’s National Injury Prevention Day, which aims to help Canadians learn how to p... Read more

Low-stimulus immunization clinics expanded in Edmonton Zone

Monday, July 4, 2022

Alberta Health Services has expanded its low stimulus immunization clinics to six locations througho... Read more

As Albertans head outdoors for the summer, remember summer safety tips

Wednesday, June 29, 2022

With the weather warming up for the season Albertans are heading outdoors to enjoy time with family ... Read more

Gender-affirming voice program 'extremely empowering'

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Demand grows for Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital service... Read more

Free child car safety seat clinics offered June to October

Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Beginning this month the public is invited to attend free child car safety seat inspection clinics w... Read more

Seniors’ Week supports healthy activity and independence

Tuesday, June 7, 2022

It is Seniors Week June 6-12 and an opportunity to learn how seniors can stay safe... Read more

Albertans reminded to walk, wheel and bike safely

Monday, May 30, 2022

It's Safe Kids Week, and Alberta Health Services is encouraging safe and active transportation as fa... Read more

AHS launches Connect Care in Edmonton, Calgary zones

Saturday, May 28, 2022

EDMONTON — Alberta Health Services (AHS) today completed its largest launch of Connect Care to date,... Read more

New Glenrose space better supports pediatric rehabilitation

Wednesday, May 18, 2022

A newly renovated pediatric space at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital is giving patients and fam... Read more

Keep ATV safety top of mind this long weekend

Monday, May 16, 2022

Ahead of the Victoria Day long weekend, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding all Albertans to ... Read more

Stay safe and keep your routine immunizations up to date

Wednesday, April 27, 2022

AHS is recognizing National Immunization Awareness Week... Read more

Record number of living donor transplants offer new hope through Edmonton Kidney Transplant Program

Monday, April 25, 2022

The Edmonton Kidney Transplant Program performed a record number of living donor kidney transplants ... Read more

Oral Health Month suggests healthy habits for sweet smile

Monday, April 18, 2022

Limiting added sugars prevents tooth decay protects overall health... Read more

Alberta Health Services Board announces departure of President & CEO and transition plan

Monday, April 4, 2022

The Alberta Health Services Board today announced the departure of Dr Verna Yiu and the launch of a ... Read more

Chronic Pain Self-Management Program supports Albertans living with long term pain

Friday, April 1, 2022

Free six week series of virtual workshops starts this month... Read more

AHS expands Continuing Care Facility Directory

Albertans now have access to more robust information about a larger range of continuing care homes a... Read more

COVID-19 testing centre at Edmonton EXPO to close

Friday, March 25, 2022

Alberta Health Services will be closing operations at the COVID 19 testing centre located at the Edm... Read more

Increased availability for walk in pediatric immunization

Wednesday, March 2, 2022

AHS will temporarily open COVID19 pediatric immunization walk in appointment times... Read more

Laboratory services continue in Morinville

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Alberta Health Services will be maintaining laboratory services at the Morinville Clinic... Read more

Local lab and diagnostic imaging services in Morinville to close Feb. 1

Monday, January 17, 2022

Laboratory and diagnostic imaging services at Morinville Clinic will permanently close effective Feb... Read more

AHS issues RFP for the contracting of ancillary retail food services

Thursday, January 13, 2022

AHS has issued a request for proposal seeking responses from third party providers for the provision... Read more

Fort Saskatchewan hospital reopens labour and delivery unit

Tuesday, January 4, 2022

The Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital’s Women’s Health Program has resumed labour and delivery se... Read more

Fort Saskatchewan hospital temporarily suspends labour and delivery services

Friday, December 31, 2021

Effective immediately the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital’s Women’s Health Program will tempora... Read more

New heliport now available to support emergency operations

Monday, December 20, 2021

Starting today, STARS air ambulance helicopters will be able to land and take off at a new helicopt... Read more

AHS to notify close contacts of Omicron cases

Friday, December 10, 2021

Alberta Health Services is advising Albertans that with the Omicron variant now in Alberta... Read more

Public Alert: Spike in opioid-related EMS calls in Calgary and Edmonton

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Alberta Health Services has recently seen a higher than-average number of opioid related EMS respons... Read more

Emergency wait times online for all Edmonton Zone sites

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Real time estimated wait times for all emergency departments in the Edmonton Zone of Alberta Health ... Read more

COVID-19 immunization in St. Albert for 5 to 11 year olds

Thursday, December 2, 2021

Families can book appointments through the Alberta Vaccine Booking System... Read more

Join a conversation about the opioid crisis in Edmonton

Thursday, December 2, 2021

Many Albertans have been affected by drug poisonings and the opioid crisis... Read more

Edmonton Volunteers sought for Health Advisory Councils

Thursday, November 4, 2021

AHS is recruiting new volunteer members to Health Advisory Councils in northern and central Alberta.... Read more

Program help with ongoing symptoms of COVID-19 - Edmonton Zone

Tuesday, September 28, 2021

EDMONTON – Albertans living with COVID-19 symptoms after their diagnosis have an opportunity to join... Read more

AHS continues to schedule prioritized cancer surgeries

Thursday, September 9, 2021

EDMONTON – There have been some social media posts suggesting that emergent or urgent cancer surgeri... Read more

AHS postpones scheduled surgeries due to COVID-19

Friday, September 3, 2021

EDMONTON – The rise in COVID-19 cases in the community and the resulting demand on hospital resource... Read more

Alberta Health Services implementing immunization policy for physicians, staff and contracted providers

Tuesday, August 31, 2021

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) will require all employees and contracted healthcare provid... Read more

EMS receives funding for 100 paramedic positions

Monday, August 30, 2021

New funding to help stabilize staffing as high EMS call volume continues.... Read more

AHS postpones some non-urgent surgeries to create additional hospital capacity

Friday, August 27, 2021

EDMONTON - With the rise in COVID-19 cases in the community and the increasing demand on hospital re... Read more

Full emergency and inpatient services returning to Devon General Hospital

Friday, August 6, 2021

Emergency department services will return to 24-7 effective September 7... Read more

New AHS webpage provides information on bed reductions

Friday, July 30, 2021

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has launched a new webpage that provides information regarding short-t... Read more

Routine school immunizations to resume next week in Edmonton Zone

Friday, July 30, 2021

AHS will be providing catch-up immunizations in the Edmonton Zone for students who did not receive t... Read more

University of Alberta Hospital temporarily closing two of 14 operating rooms

Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Two of 14 operating rooms (ORs) at the University of Alberta Hospital (UAH) will be temporarily clos... Read more

Immunization clinics shift to smaller, community-based sites

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

AHS will be closing the rapid flow COVID-19 immunization clinics in Edmonton and Calgary by the end ... Read more

First dose drop-in COVID-19 immunization continues at Edmonton EXPO Centre

Monday, June 14, 2021

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) is offering no appointment, first dose COVID-19 immunizatio... Read more

Negotiations to Proceed With Preferred Proponent for Community Lab Services

Friday, June 11, 2021

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has identified DynaLIFE Medical Labs as the preferred proponent to pro... Read more

Walk-in clinics open for first-dose COVID-19 immunization

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Albertans can now receive their first dose of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine without an appointment at walk... Read more

Three day, first dose COVID-19 immunization blitz at Edmonton EXPO Centre

Tuesday, June 8, 2021

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is offering no appointment, first dose COVID-19 immunization clinics o... Read more

AHS granted injunction against rodeo organizers

Friday, June 4, 2021

Alberta Health Services (AHS) was this morning granted an injunction in the Court of Queen’s Bench a... Read more

AHS offers critical care help to Manitoba as third wave peaks

Wednesday, June 2, 2021

EDMONTON - Alberta has extended an offer of critical care assistance to Manitoba as the province dea... Read more

Albertans urged to take precautions when driving ATVs

Friday, May 21, 2021

With the healthcare system - especially intensive care units - under stress due to COVID-19, Alberta... Read more

AHS seeks to provide more publicly-funded surgeries for Albertans

Tuesday, April 13, 2021

Plan calls for an expansion of chartered surgical facilities to reduce wait times.... Read more

Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital resumes labour and delivery services

Monday, March 22, 2021

EDMONTON – The Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital's (FSCH) Women's Health Program will restore obs... Read more

More than 17,000 eligible Albertans in Phase 2A have booked COVID-19 immunization appointments

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

AHS has helped an additional 6,500 Albertans book COVID-19 immunizations since 10 a.m. today, meanin... Read more

Phase 2A launch underway

Monday, March 15, 2021

The COVID-19 online immunization booking tool will be offline March 16 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.... Read more

About 8,000 eligible Albertans in phase 2A have booked COVID-19 immunization appointments

Monday, March 15, 2021

About 8,000 more Albertans have booked to receive their COVID-19 immunization today... Read more

Devon General Hospital extends emergency department hours

Friday, March 12, 2021

Effective March 15, the Devon General Hospital (DGH) emergency department (ED) will further extend s... Read more

AHS to upgrade online immunization booking tool

Monday, March 8, 2021

Service will be temporarily unavailable from midnight to 2 a.m. Tuesday... Read more

AHS recognized as a 2021 Top Employer

Monday, March 8, 2021

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has once again been recognized as a top employer in multiple categorie... Read more

AHS to upgrade online immunization booking tool

Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Service will be temporarily unavailable from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. Wednesday.... Read more

Swallowing button batteries can cause serious injury

Tuesday, March 2, 2021

Parents should be aware of signs a child might have ingested small power cell.... Read more

Message to Albertans

Friday, February 26, 2021

As we end the week, I want to publicly acknowledge the frustration and worry that was experienced by... Read more

AHS statement on immunization clinic lines

Thursday, February 25, 2021

AHS is aware some COVID-19 immunization clinics in Alberta are experiencing long line ups of individ... Read more

COVID-19 immunization appointments update

Thursday, February 25, 2021

Find the latest COVID-19 immunization appointment numbers and booking tool updates.... Read more

AHS urges Albertans to seek medical attention if needed

Tuesday, February 23, 2021

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is urging Albertans to seek medical attention if they need care. ... Read more

Learn how to manage stress in challenging times

Friday, February 12, 2021

Free, virtual AHS workshops help identify and transform stress.... Read more

Edmonton Public invited to advisory council Community Conversation

Monday, February 1, 2021

AHS and the Greater Edmonton HAC invite local and area residents to a virtual Community Conversation... Read more

AHS launches public campaign to remind Albertans to listen to their bodies

Monday, January 18, 2021

EDMONTON — Beginning January 18, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is launching a public campaign to rem... Read more

AHS to update surgical waitlist with automated calls

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Patients listed on surgical waitlists in the Edmonton Zone of AHS can expect an automated phone call... Read more

Fort Sask hospital temporarily closes labour, delivery unit

Tuesday, December 22, 2020

EDMONTON – Effective Dec. 28, the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital will temporarily suspend obst... Read more

First community-based dialysis facility opens in Edmonton

Monday, December 21, 2020

EDMONTON — University of Alberta Hospital outpatient dialysis patients can now access dialysis servi... Read more

AHS promotes National Addictions Awareness Week

Monday, November 23, 2020

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

New mobile COVID-19 assessment centres open Monday

Friday, November 20, 2020

EDMONTON – Four new mobile assessment centres for COVID-19 testing open Monday, Nov. 23, in the Edmo... Read more

Learn how to manage stress in challenging times

Friday, November 13, 2020

Free, virtual AHS workshops help identify and transform stress.... Read more

New Tool Supports Close Contact Notification

Thursday, November 12, 2020

AHS has launched an online portal to enable the automated notification of close contacts of COVID-19... Read more

First weekly data report posted for 2020 / 21 influenza season

Thursday, October 29, 2020

Alberta Health Services (AHS) today posted the first weekly data update for the 2020/21 provincial i... Read more

Edmonton-area COVID-19 testing moves indoors as cooler weather arrives

Tuesday, October 27, 2020

AHS is transitioning some COVID-19 testing centres indoors... Read more

AHS Engaging Event Organizers in Close Contact Notification

Monday, October 26, 2020

CALGARY – Starting today, Alberta Health Services (AHS) will engage event organizers in the process ... Read more

Connect Care Wave 2 launches to support healthcare frontlines

Saturday, October 24, 2020

On October 24, 2020, Alberta Health Services (AHS) will launch Connect Care Wave 2 at several suburb... Read more

Alberta Kidney Care - North celebrates 100 concurrent home hemodialysis patients

Wednesday, October 21, 2020

Alberta Health Services and the University Hospital Foundation are celebrating a major milestone – A... Read more

Answers to common questions about AHS EMS dispatch

Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Following a review by the Health Minister AHS Emergency Medical Services is moving forward with plan... Read more

Learn how to manage stress in challenging times

Thursday, October 8, 2020

Free, virtual AHS workshop helps identify and transform stress.... Read more

Volunteers sought for AHS advisory councils

Monday, October 5, 2020

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is recruiting new volunteer members to Health Advisory Councils (HAC) ... Read more

Pathway improves access to Hep C diagnosis, treatment

Thursday, October 1, 2020

Albertans can now receive Hepatitis C screening and treatment through their family doctor, improving... Read more

Technical issue delays negative test results; all affected being contacted

Thursday, October 1, 2020

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is following-up with Albertans whose COVID-19 test results were not su... Read more

AHS introduces Continuing Care online visitation request tool

Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Alberta Health Services has developed an online tool that allows designated family / support persons... Read more

COVID-19 test results now available through text message

Thursday, September 10, 2020

CALGARY - Albertans can now receive their COVID-19 test results - either positive or negative - thro... Read more

Local residents invited to discussion on seniors health

Friday, September 4, 2020

Online conversation and facilitated panel discussion about AHS' response to seniors health during th... Read more

Devon General Hospital reopens emergency department

Tuesday, August 18, 2020

EDMONTON - Effective Aug. 18, the Devon General Hospital emergency department has resumed service wi... Read more

Misericordia Community Hospital begins phased reopening

Friday, August 14, 2020

EDMONTON - The Misericordia Community Hospital will resume Emergency Department (ED) and labour and ... Read more

AHS to Reinstate Parking Fees

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Changes impact both Staff and Public... Read more

Learn how to manage stress in challenging times

Wednesday, August 5, 2020

Free, virtual AHS workshop helps identify and transform stress.... Read more

Devon General Hospital to reopen emergency department

Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Phase 1 reopening patient access from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.... Read more

UPDATE: AHS response to the Columbia Icefields accident

Sunday, July 19, 2020

EDMONTON – UPDATE: We are extremely proud of the healthcare and emergency services teams that provid... Read more

Misericordia Community Hospital now under full facility outbreak

Wednesday, July 8, 2020

EDMONTON – The Misericordia Community Hospital is now under a full facility outbreak due to ongoing ... Read more

Restrictions expanded at Misericordia to minimize transmission of COVID-19

Monday, July 6, 2020

The Misericordia Community Hospital is now under a series of progressive outbreak restrictions due t... Read more

Public Alert: Spike in opioid-related emergencies continues

Monday, June 22, 2020

There were 16 deaths where carfentanil has been identified in a preliminary analysis... Read more

Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital reopens Labour and Delivery Services

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

The Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital's Women's Health Program will resume obstetrical services f... Read more

Volunteers sought for AHS advisory councils

Monday, June 8, 2020

AHS is recruiting new volunteer members to Health Advisory Councils across Alberta and to the Cancer... Read more

Spike in opioid-related emergencies prompts warning

Friday, June 5, 2020

AHS is warning people about the dangers of illegal drugs... Read more

COVID-19 Testing Available for All Albertans

Tuesday, June 2, 2020

All Albertans are now eligible for COVID-19 testing, whether experiencing symptoms or not... Read more

Text4Hope expands to support additional Albertans

Friday, May 22, 2020

Free text messaging program available to those with cancer, addictions... Read more

New advice line supports Albertans with disabilities

Tuesday, May 19, 2020

CALGARY - Alberta Health Services has launched a Rehabilitation Advice Line for Albertans over the a... Read more

Rural AHS sites move to appointment-only lab collections

Thursday, April 30, 2020

Rural hospitals and urgent care facilities are moving to appointment-only lab work for outpatients... Read more

Emergency Department at Devon General Hospital to temporarily close during COVID-19 pandemic

Thursday, April 16, 2020

Emergency patients to be diverted to other Edmonton Zone hospitals.... Read more

AHS partners with Spartan Bioscience to enable rapid testing for COVID-19

Monday, March 30, 2020

Handheld device to support testing in rural, remote communities... Read more

AHS, Covenant Health, and three major health care unions agree to joint statement on Personal Protective Equipment use during COVID-19 pandemic

Friday, March 27, 2020

AHS, AUPE, CH, HSAA and UNA have reached a joint agreement on the safe and effective use of personal... Read more

New online tool to help determine need for COVID testing

Friday, March 13, 2020

Alberta Health Services has developed a simple online assessment tool to help people decide whether ... Read more

Website helps families manage childhood injuries, ailments

Tuesday, January 14, 2020

The HEAL website aims to provide families across Alberta with easily accessible, accurate informatio... 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

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

Toys for Tickets campaign

Wednesday, December 4, 2019

AHS today launched its Toys for Tickets campaign... 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

Volunteers needed to lead chronic disease sessions

Friday, May 31, 2019

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

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

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

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

Collective agreement reached with AUPE Auxiliary Nursing

Friday, December 14, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has ratified a three-year collective agreement with the Alb... Read more

New advisory council to focus on sexual orientation, gender identity and expression

Thursday, December 13, 2018

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is launching a new Provincial Advisory Council early next year that wi... Read more

AHS accepting toys as payment for parking tickets

Monday, December 10, 2018

Edmonton Toys for Tickets campaign runs until December 21.... Read more

UAH neurosurgery program boosted by Gamma Knife

Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Hundreds of patients benefiting from scalpel-free brain surgery in Edmonton.... Read more

New smartphone application supports cancer patients

Thursday, November 29, 2018

A free smartphone application is now available to support cancer patients and their families through... Read more

Central drug production facility confirmed for Edmonton

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Land has been obtained in northwest Edmonton for the construction of a new central drug production f... Read more

AHS reaches agreement with Alberta Union of Provincial Employees General Support Services

Thursday, November 15, 2018

Alberta Health Services ratified three-year agreement with Alberta Union of Provincial Employees Gen... Read more

Alberta breast cancer patients experiencing improved care

Wednesday, November 14, 2018

AHS initiative reduces wait time for treatment, increases same-day mastectomies.... Read more

Flu clinic info now on Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant

Wednesday, November 14, 2018

EDMONTON – Up-to-date Alberta Health Services (AHS) influenza immunization clinic information is now... Read more

Gastrointestinal illness circulating in Edmonton Zone

Friday, November 9, 2018

Residents reminded to take precautions to reduce spread of illness.... Read more

Philanthropists donate $10M to urology research, care

Wednesday, October 31, 2018

AHS renames health facility the Dianne and Irving Kipnes Urology Centre.... Read more

Sick or treat? Let your costume be the only scary thing

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

With Halloween one day away this time of year can be spooky but influenza can be really scary.... Read more

AHS influenza immunization program begins Monday

Friday, October 12, 2018

Starting Oct. 15 Albertans have the opportunity to protect themselves and others against influenza t... Read more

AHS seeks new members for Wisdom Council

Thursday, October 11, 2018

Alberta Health Services is currently seeking Indigenous Albertans to become members of the Wisdom Co... Read more

Public invited to learn about breast cancer options

Wednesday, September 26, 2018

EDMONTON – Local residents with questions about breast cancer and available options are invited to a... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Friday, September 21, 2018

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

Early literacy program expanding to the Stollery NICU

Tuesday, September 18, 2018

EDMONTON — The Stollery Children’s Hospital and the Edmonton Public Library (EPL) are partnering to ... Read more

Albertans invited to learn about dementia, supports - Edmonton

Monday, September 17, 2018

EDMONTON — Albertans and their families can learn about dementia and how Alberta Health Services (AH... Read more

Emergency Department at Misericordia Community Hospital now fully repaired following water leak

Tuesday, September 4, 2018

EDMONTON — The Emergency Department at the Misericordia Community Hospital is fully repaired and all... Read more

Emergency care to reopen at Misericordia Community Hospital on Friday morning (August 24) - Updated August 23

Thursday, August 23, 2018

EDMONTON — Emergency services will reopen at the Misericordia Community Hospital at 7:30 a.m. on Fri... Read more

Provincial lab announces first CEO and official name

Thursday, July 26, 2018

EDMONTON – The Board of Alberta Health Services (AHS) has appointed Craig Ivany as CEO of Alberta’s ... Read more

Albertans reminded to protect themselves from West Nile virus infection

Thursday, July 12, 2018

EDMONTON ZONE – Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans to take precautions necessary t... Read more

Inaugural recipients of Kaye Fund Competition announced

Wednesday, July 4, 2018

EDMONTON – Seven recipients are receiving a total of $700,000 to support research projects and quali... Read more

Albertans reminded about summer ATV safety

Friday, June 29, 2018

Ahead of the Canada Day long weekend and National Injury Prevention Day on July 5, Alberta Health Se... Read more

Alberta Health Services warns public about text scam

Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is warning the public about a text scam involving the use of the organ... Read more

New online tool to help Albertans understand health system

Monday, June 11, 2018

CALGARY — The first module of Healthcare 101 – a new online information series – is now available to... Read more

AHS ranked among best in world for integration of care

Friday, June 8, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has been identified as being one of the top five most integ... Read more

Open House for staff and public on Norwood Re-development Project

Wednesday, June 6, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS), Alberta Infrastructure (AI) and CapitalCare will host an o... Read more

E. coli outbreak linked to certain pork products in Alberta declared over

Friday, June 1, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has declared the outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 that was linke... Read more

AHS notifying patients of potential dTap vaccine ineffectiveness

Friday, June 1, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) will be notifying 298 patients who visited the emergency de... Read more

Alberta Health Services celebrates World No Tobacco Day

Wednesday, May 30, 2018

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is raising awareness about the health risks associated with smoking du... Read more

ATV users urged to drive sober, safely this long weekend

Thursday, May 17, 2018

Albertans planning to ride their all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) over the Victoria Day long weekend are ... Read more

Public invited to share views about local healthcare delivery

Monday, May 14, 2018

Feedback welcome at meeting of Greater Edmonton Health Advisory Council... Read more

Updated: E. coli outbreak linked to recall of certain pork products in Alberta - May 3

Thursday, May 3, 2018

EDMONTON – As part of an Alberta Health Services (AHS) investigation into an outbreak of E. coli O15... Read more

Update: Albertans reminded to cook shellfish to reduce risk of illness

Friday, April 27, 2018

EDMONTON – A recent increase in gastro-intestinal illnesses in the Edmonton Zone has prompted Albert... Read more

Updated: E. coli outbreak linked to recall of certain pork products in Alberta - April 28

Saturday, April 28, 2018

EDMONTON – As part of an Alberta Health Services (AHS) investigation into an outbreak of E. coli O15... Read more

Updated: E. coli outbreak linked to recall of certain pork products in Alberta - April 27

Friday, April 27, 2018

EDMONTON – As part of an Alberta Health Services (AHS) investigation into an outbreak of E. coli O15... Read more

Updated: E. coli outbreak linked to recall of certain pork products in Alberta - April 26

Thursday, April 26, 2018

EDMONTON – An Alberta Health Services (AHS) investigation has determined an outbreak of E. coli O157... Read more

E. coli outbreak linked to recall of certain pork products in Alberta

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

EDMONTON – An Alberta Health Services (AHS) Environmental Public Health investigation has determined... Read more

E. coli outbreak investigation expanded in Edmonton

Friday, April 20, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) Environmental Public Health has expanded its investigation ... Read more

Cross Cancer Institute celebrates major milestone

Wednesday, April 18, 2018

EDMONTON – For 50 years, the Cross Cancer Institute has been redefining the future of cancer in Albe... Read more

Albertans reminded to cook shellfish to reduce risk of illness

Monday, April 16, 2018

EDMONTON – Nine cases of gastro-intestinal illness (seven in Edmonton and two in Calgary) potentiall... Read more

AHS co-hosts provincewide bladder cancer education event

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

CALGARY — Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Bladder Cancer Canada are inviting bladder cancer patien... Read more

E. coli outbreak investigation ongoing in Edmonton

Thursday, March 29, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) Environmental Public Health in Edmonton is investigating to... Read more

AHS co-hosts provincewide bladder cancer education event

Monday, March 26, 2018

CALGARY — Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Bladder Cancer Canada are inviting bladder cancer patien... Read more

Confirmed hep A case prompts public alert in local area

Thursday, March 22, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Covenant Health have confirmed a case of hepatitis A in... Read more

More patients can now benefit from local stroke expertise

Monday, March 19, 2018

EDMONTON — More Albertans have a better chance to survive a stroke without serious disability thanks... Read more

AHS encourages Albertans to catch some ZZZs

Friday, March 16, 2018

Today, Alberta Health Services marks World Sleep Day, an internationally recognized event designed t... Read more

Provincewide effort lessens patient impact of ICU delirium

Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Frontline staff in intensive care units (ICUs) around the world are today paying special attention t... Read more

Alberta Health Services wins three top employer awards

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) continues to garner recognition as one of the best places t... Read more

Alberta Health Services reaches agreement with nurses

Friday, February 16, 2018

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has ratified a three-year collective agreement with United ... Read more

Play to spark community conversations about reconciliation - Edmonton

Friday, February 9, 2018

Alberta Health Services is proud to support the Theatre for Living production, šxʷʔam̓ət (home).... Read more

AHS notifying patients of potential dTap vaccine ineffectiveness

Thursday, January 25, 2018

Alberta Health Services (AHS) will be notifying 131 patients who visited the emergency department at... Read more

AHS celebrates National Non-Smoking Week

Monday, January 22, 2018

This week is National Non-Smoking Week, and Alberta Health Services (AHS) is partnering with communi... Read more

Albertans urged to check naloxone kits

Thursday, January 18, 2018

Albertans in possession of naloxone kits are being asked to check the contents to ensure they contai... Read more

$3-million gift bolsters Edmonton hematology program

Wednesday, January 10, 2018

A gift to the University of Alberta Hospital (UAH) hematology program will soon give patients with b... Read more

New advisory council to focus on seniors, continuing care

Wednesday, December 20, 2017

The council includes 15 people from across the province who have personal interactions with continui... Read more

Possible lapse in cleaning and disinfection procedures at Regional Fertility and Women's Endocrine Clinic

Thursday, December 14, 2017

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services has today started to notify 141 patients of the Fertility Clinic ... Read more

EMS honours boy, 6, for quick action after mother collapses

Monday, December 11, 2017

EDMONTON — Alberta Health Services Emergency Medical Services (AHS EMS) officials are commending a s... Read more

Simulation training suite opens in Fort Saskatchewan

Thursday, December 7, 2017

'Readiness centre' a first among community hospitals in northern Alberta... Read more

Spread joy, not germs: stay healthy this holiday season

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

'Tis the season of celebratory gatherings and – unfortunately – the spread of seasonal illnesses and... Read more

Phase 1 of Stollery critical care expansion to open Dec. 12

Tuesday, December 5, 2017

EDMONTON – Critically ill pediatric cardiac patients and their families from Alberta and across West... Read more

Capsule research paves way for simpler C. difficile treatment

Tuesday, November 28, 2017

EDMONTON - An Alberta-led clinical trial has shown Fecal Microbiota Transplant is as effective in tr... Read more

Glenrose expands use of exoskeleton robot therapy

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

EDMONTON — Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital is expanding the use of a wearable robot that enables a ... Read more

Online patient feedback portal outage from Nov. 9 to 14

Friday, November 17, 2017

Alberta Health Services (AHS) online patient feedback portal experienced an outage from November 9 t... Read more

Gamma Knife suite opens at University of Alberta Hospital

Wednesday, November 15, 2017

EDMONTON – Albertans now have improved access to painless, scalpel-free brain surgery for certain co... Read more

Make a pledge for Change Day Alberta

Monday, November 6, 2017

Join the international movement to spark positive change for health... Read more

Alberta Health Services named one of Canada’s Top Employers

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has been recognized as one of the best places to work in Ca... Read more

First weekly data report posted for 2017-18 influenza season

Thursday, November 2, 2017

Alberta Health Services (AHS) today posted the first weekly data update for the 2017-18 influenza se... Read more

AHS influenza immunization program begins Monday - Edmonton Zone

Friday, October 20, 2017

EDMONTON – Starting Monday (Oct. 23), Albertans have the opportunity to protect themselves and other... Read more

AHS notifying individuals of potential tuberculosis exposure

Monday, October 16, 2017

EDMONTON - Alberta Health Services (AHS) has today notified 323 individuals potentially exposed to a... Read more

AHS EMS to use canine comfort to help protect paramedics

Monday, October 16, 2017

CALGARY – Alberta Health Services Emergency Medical Services (AHS EMS) is enlisting some four-legged... Read more

Mazankowski offers minimally invasive heart surgery

Thursday, October 12, 2017

EDMONTON – The Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute is now home to a minimally invasive heart surger... Read more

Treatment helps kidney failure patients maintain quality of life

Thursday, September 21, 2017

EDMONTON — Alberta Health Services (AHS) is improving the quality of life for patients with advanced... Read more

Website helps parents manage childhood illness, injury

Thursday, September 7, 2017

CALGARY – With the new school year upon us, Alberta Health Services (AHS) would like to remind paren... Read more

Advisory council to focus on seniors and continuing care

Thursday, September 7, 2017

CALGARY – Alberta Health Services (AHS) is recruiting volunteer members for its new Provincial Advis... Read more

Salmonella outbreak linked to Folk Festival food booth

Friday, September 1, 2017

EDMONTON — Environmental Public Health in Edmonton is investigating an outbreak of Salmonella, linke... Read more

AHS warns about caller advising breast self-exam

Wednesday, August 23, 2017

EDMONTON/NORTH – Alberta Health Services (AHS) is warning women in the Edmonton area and northern Al... Read more

Sodium bicarbonate drug shortage update

Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Dr. Francois Belanger, Vice President, Quality and Chief Medical Officer, provided the following upd... Read more

Mumps Outbreaks declared over in South and Edmonton Zones

Monday, June 19, 2017

SOUTH ZONE – Two mumps outbreaks, declared in the South and Edmonton Zones of Alberta Health Service... Read more

Sodium bicarbonate drug shortage mitigation

Saturday, June 17, 2017

EDMONTON — Alberta Health Services (AHS) is taking steps to minimize patient impacts from a shortage... Read more

New facilities to improve access to urological services

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

EDMONTON - Albertans now have improved access to a full range of urological services, including trea... Read more

Business case moves ahead for expanded neuro ICU

Monday, June 12, 2017

Project the final phase of University Hospital Foundation's Brain Centre Campaign.... Read more

Reduce the risk of falls from windows and balconies

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

EDMONTON – It’s Child Safety Week and Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans of the po... Read more

Albertans urged to be safe as possible on ATVs this summer

Monday, June 5, 2017

It’s Child Safety Week and Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding all Albertans to make all-terr... Read more

EMS unveils Canada’s first mobile air ambulance simulator

Thursday, June 1, 2017

EDMONTON – Canada’s first mobile flight simulation trailer will be integrated into Alberta Health Se... Read more

Simple precautions can reduce risk of hantavirus

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans to take simple steps to protect themselves from... Read more

AHS doctor honoured for role in developing MAID process

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

EDMONTON – The Alberta Health Services (AHS) physician who led the development of Alberta’s framewor... Read more

AHS celebrates World No Tobacco Day

Tuesday, May 30, 2017

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) is raising awareness about World No Tobacco Day (WNTD), obs... Read more

Public invited to meet world-renowned cancer expert

Friday, May 26, 2017

The public is invited to hear and meet cancer expert Dr. Simon Sutcliffe at the 2nd Annual Wellsprin... Read more

Public invited to attend EMS Fleet Days - Edmonton

Friday, May 26, 2017

National Paramedic Services Week May 28-June 3 honours the Emergency Medical Services profession and... Read more

Albertans encouraged to continue proper cooking of oysters following outbreak conclusion

Wednesday, May 24, 2017

On May 11, the Public Health Agency of Canada declared the outbreak of gastrointestinal illnesses li... Read more

New procedure reduces need for open heart surgery

Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Minimally-invasive technique used to bypass blocked arteries, speed recovery.... Read more

AHS notifying individuals of potential tuberculosis exposure, Edmonton Zone

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

EDMONTON - Alberta Health Services (AHS) has today issued notification letters to 51 individuals pot... Read more

M chimaera infection confirmed - open heart surgery patient

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

EDMONTON - AHS is notifying the public of a confirmed case of M. chimaera infection in an adult open... Read more

AHS marks National Organ, Tissue Donor Awareness Week

Monday, April 24, 2017

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is honouring organ and tissue donors and their families who have given... Read more

Local women’s health program recruits additional OB/GYN

Tuesday, April 18, 2017

FORT SASKATCHEWAN — The Women’s Health Program at the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital is improv... Read more

New clinic centralizes addiction, mental health supports

Thursday, April 6, 2017

Access Open Minds streamlines access to services for residents ages 11 to 25.... Read more

UAH home to country’s busiest urethral reconstruction program

Tuesday, April 4, 2017

EDMONTON – More than 1,200 male urethral reconstructions have been performed at University of Albert... Read more

Increasing mumps cases lead to outbreak expansion

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Scope of outbreak now includes entire Edmonton Zone of Alberta Health Services.... Read more

Researcher adds expertise to spinal cord rehab program

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

EDMONTON — A world-class researcher and bioengineer has joined the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital ... Read more

Albertans urged to properly cook oysters to reduce ongoing risk of gastrointestinal illness

Thursday, March 9, 2017

Alberta Health Services (AHS), together with provincial and federal partners, continue to investigat... Read more

Alberta's stroke teams slash time to diagnose, treat patients

Monday, March 6, 2017

Provincewide improvement initiative reduces average 'door-to-needle' time by half.... Read more

EMS commends woman’s quick thinking and actions

Monday, February 6, 2017

Daughter used CPR to save father’s life during a cardiac arrest... Read more

Alberta cancer incidence, mortality rates trend downwards

Friday, February 3, 2017

CALGARY – The rate at which Albertans are dying from cancer continues to decrease, according to newl... Read more

AHS celebrates 50 years of renal transplant in Edmonton

Thursday, January 26, 2017

EDMONTON – This year, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is celebrating 50 years of kidney transplantatio... Read more

Albertans reminded to cook shellfish to reduce risk of illness

Friday, January 20, 2017

EDMONTON – Ten cases of gastrointestinal illness potentially linked to consumption of raw oysters ar... Read more

Respiratory Syncytial Virus data prompts illness reminder

Thursday, January 19, 2017

Due to an increased number of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) outbreaks and positive lab specimens... Read more

Confirmed hepatitis A case prompts public alert in Edmonton-area

Thursday, December 22, 2016

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has confirmed a case of hepatitis A in a food handler working at an Ed... Read more

AHS notifying patients of potential tuberculosis exposure

Tuesday, December 13, 2016

EDMONTON - Alberta Health Services (AHS) has today mailed notification letters to individuals potent... Read more

Extremely low risk of exposure to bacteria through open heart surgery identified

Thursday, December 1, 2016

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) is notifying about 11,500 former open-heart surgery patient... Read more

AHS promotes National Addictions Awareness Week - Edmonton Zone

Wednesday, November 16, 2016

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) is helping Albertans prevent addiction and substance abuse ... Read more

Influenza immunization program begins Monday

Friday, October 21, 2016

Starting Monday (October 24), Albertans will have the opportunity to protect themselves and others a... Read more

AHS recruits six new members to Greater Edmonton HAC

Monday, October 17, 2016

Health Advisory Councils give communities a voice in health care planning.... Read more

Royal Alex ED renovations improve patient privacy, security

EDMONTON — Recently completed renovations at the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) are expected to impr... Read more

Provincewide study looks at ways to keep seniors healthier

Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Researchers weigh impacts of personalized education and covering costs of medications.... Read more

Local hospital expands women’s health program

Monday, September 26, 2016

FORT SASKATCHEWAN — More women are accessing obstetrical and gynecological care closer to home thank... Read more

Inappropriate access investigation prompts patient notification

Monday, September 26, 2016

EDMONTON – Following the conclusion of a privacy investigation, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is not... Read more

AHS launches Academy for Tobacco Prevention

Thursday, September 22, 2016

New interactive resource another tool to help prevent tobacco use among.... Read more

Glenrose’s Cochlear Implant Service celebrates 30 years

Thursday, September 22, 2016

The Cochlear Implant Service at Edmonton’s Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital is celebrating 30 years ... Read more

Screen Test celebrates 25 years of early cancer detection

Monday, September 19, 2016

CALGARY – Screen Test is celebrating 25 years of mobile mammography services across Alberta, which h... Read more

Website helps parents manage common childhood illnesses and injuries

Thursday, September 15, 2016

A new website is now online that will help parents manage common childhood illnesses and injuries wh... Read more

Telehealth links rural newborns with local neonatologists

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

EDMONTON — Physicians and nursing staff in eight central and northern Alberta nurseries are now usin... Read more

EMS commends workers' quick thinking and actions

Thursday, July 21, 2016

EDMONTON — Four employees at Edmonton's All Weather Windows are being recognized by Alberta Health S... Read more

Confirmed hepatitis A case prompts public alert in Edmonton-area

Tuesday, July 12, 2016

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has confirmed a case of hepatitis A in a food handler worki... Read more

Glenrose patients benefit from new homegrown technology

Monday, July 11, 2016

EDMONTON – More than 100 Albertans with physical and cognitive impairments are now enjoying an impro... Read more

Albertans reminded to protect themselves from West Nile virus infection

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans to take precautions necessary to protect themse... Read more

More than $570,000 invested in local health care

Monday, July 4, 2016

WESTLOCK — More than $570,000 has been invested at the Westlock Health Centre on a nurse call system... Read more

Heat safety: simple tips to keep in mind this summer

Monday, June 20, 2016

It’s the first day of summer and Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans to keep heat s... Read more

High-tech heart-valve fix brings hope for high-risk patients

Thursday, June 9, 2016

EDMONTON — People living with shortness of breath, fatigue and heart failure due to a leaky mitral v... Read more

New 3D imaging reduces radiation dose for scoliosis patients

Wednesday, June 8, 2016

EDMONTON — Children with spinal deformities like scoliosis or other skeletal conditions are now rece... Read more

Board names Dr. Verna Yiu as AHS President and CEO

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

The Alberta Health Services Board has named Dr. Verna Yiu the organization’s new President and CEO, ... Read more

Dementia advice now offered provincially through Health Link

Monday, May 30, 2016

Specialized service expands to support patients, caregivers in Edmonton and Calgary Zones.... Read more

Local symposium to focus on primary care improvement

Thursday, May 26, 2016

EDMONTON — More than 150 health care providers from across the province are meeting this morning in ... Read more

New website helps Albertans say thanks for care received

Friday, May 20, 2016

CALGARY – A new website launched today by Alberta Health Services (AHS) responds to ongoing requests... Read more

Here's your chance to be heard

Friday, May 13, 2016

AHS now recruiting for advisory council volunteers to share information, gather public viewpoints.... Read more

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria confirmed in Edmonton

Friday, May 6, 2016

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is notifying 50 current and discharged patients who may have been expo... Read more

Public invited to meet Pulitzer-winning cancer expert

Tuesday, May 3, 2016

EDMONTON – The public is invited to hear and meet Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee, the Pulitzer Prize-winni... Read more

AHS Health Advisory Councils recruiting new members

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

CALGARY - Alberta Health Services (AHS) is now recruiting volunteer members for each of its 12 Healt... Read more

Local bariatric program confirmed among best in Canada

Thursday, April 21, 2016

Clinic first in Western Canada, second in country, to earn accredited status... Read more

Event showcases continuing care services and supports

Monday, April 18, 2016

Alberta Health Services and Covenant Health are hosting public expositions in Calgary and Edmonton t... Read more

New obstetrician/gynecologist now practising in the city

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

FORT SASKATCHEWAN — Local residents now have increased access to obstetrical and gynecological care ... Read more

'Cheaters' prosper sooner after rotator cuff surgery: study

Monday, April 4, 2016

Research shows not wearing a sling can speed up patients' return to mobility.... Read more

First-of-its-kind housing project celebrates one year

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Edmonton indigenous facility seeing success in harm reduction housing... Read more

Asthma research gives electronic care guide to family docs

Monday, March 21, 2016

EDMONTON — Children with asthma could soon be breathing easier thanks to new research that promises ... Read more

Giving a baby's brain the room to grow

Thursday, March 17, 2016

EDMONTON — Stollery’s first-in-Canada minimally invasive skull surgery marks 10th anniversary.... Read more

Family Care Unit enables overnight stays with NICU babies

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

EDMONTON – Parents of newborns in the Stollery Children’s Hospital neonatal intensive care unit (NIC... Read more

Albertans encouraged to know their care options

Friday, February 26, 2016

EDMONTON – Winter is traditionally a busy time of year for health care services, and Emergency Depar... Read more

Local surgical team sets new transplant records in 2015

Thursday, February 25, 2016

EDMONTON – Local surgeons set three new transplant records last year, performing more lung and liver... Read more

Royal Alex cleans up with a Guinness world record

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

The Guinness World Records has declared the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) the new world-record hold... Read more

Second breast milk drop site opens in Edmonton

Thursday, February 18, 2016

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) and NorthernStar Mothers Milk Bank are excited to announce ... Read more

Take precautions for agricultural, animal-handling activities

Thursday, May 21, 2015

EDMONTON – As agricultural and animal-handling activities pick up around the province, Alberta Healt... Read more

Study shows almost half of cancers are preventable

Thursday, February 4, 2016

About 45 per cent of cancer cases in Alberta are linked to a handful of modifiable factors, accordin... Read more

AHS expands access to take-home naloxone kits

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

29 walk-in clinics now able to prescribe drug, offer training to fentanyl users... Read more

Doctors stress smoking, oxygen therapy don’t mix

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) and physicians and staff at the University of Alberta Hospi... Read more

Heart-rehab patients can now work out in City rec centre

Monday, February 1, 2016

Heart-rehab patients can now work out in City rec centre AHS-City partnership promotes lifelong heal... Read more

AHS expands simulation training for new surgical nurses

Tuesday, January 19, 2016

EDMONTON – New surgical nurses are now receiving more hands-on training with the expansion of a loca... Read more

Influenza data prompts immunization reminder

Thursday, January 14, 2016

EDMONTON – Following confirmation of five deaths in individuals with influenza and a significant wee... Read more

New specialist clinic aims to prevent kidney failure

Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Patients with rare kidney diseases can achieve remission within months.... Read more

Spread joy, not germs: stay healthy this holiday season

Thursday, December 10, 2015

'Tis the season of celebratory gatherings, and – unfortunately - the spread of seasonal illnesses an... Read more

Dr. Verna Yiu appointed interim President and CEO

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Linda Hughes, Chair of the Alberta Health Services Board, announced today the appointment of Dr. Ver... Read more

More than $1 million invested in local health care

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

More than $1 million in upgrades have been made in the past year to the Sturgeon Community Hospital.... Read more

Pilot study weighs lung cancer screening for early detection - Edmonton Release

Thursday, November 26, 2015

Researchers in Calgary and Edmonton have launched a lung cancer screening study to determine the bes... Read more

AHS cyclotron returns to full operation

Monday, November 9, 2015

Additional PET/CT scans to be performed to clear patient backlog... Read more

Program supports high school students with chronic pain

Monday, November 9, 2015

Teens can earn extra credits by studying pain management and treatment... Read more

AHS cyclotron repairs continue

Monday, November 2, 2015

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services’ (AHS) cyclotron will be down for seven to 10 additional days, as... Read more

AHS cyclotron update

Friday, October 23, 2015

EDMONTON – In followup to the Oct. 21 announcement regarding the temporary shutdown of the AHS cyclo... Read more

Pre-hab for cardiac patients makes them fitter for surgery

Thursday, October 22, 2015

EDMONTON — Getting into the best possible shape physically and emotionally prior to surgery makes re... Read more

Alberta’s influenza immunization program begins Oct. 20

Monday, October 19, 2015

EDMONTON – Starting tomorrow, Tuesday, Oct. 20, Albertans will have the opportunity to protect thems... Read more

AHS, Dynalife extend laboratory services contract

Wednesday, October 14, 2015

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has signed a one-year extension to its existing contract wi... Read more

Local heart attack patient reunites today with paramedics

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

EDMONTON – An Edmonton woman reunites today with the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team that rece... Read more

New hospice and long-term care unit to open in St. Albert

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

10 new hospice beds, 12 long-term care beds opening at Foyer Lacombe... Read more

Pain-free brain surgery without a scalpel

Thursday, August 27, 2015

University Hospital Foundation funds $17.5M Gamma Knife and Clinical 3T MRI Centre.... Read more

‘Elder-friendly’ surgical unit to get seniors home sooner

Wednesday, August 19, 2015

EDMONTON — Getting elderly patients home sooner, stronger and with fewer complications after emergen... Read more

AHS responds to Ministerial Directive on Lab Project

Thursday, August 13, 2015

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) today responded to the Ministerial Directive it has receive... Read more

Sturgeon Community Hospital ventilation work to begin

Thursday, July 30, 2015

ST. ALBERT – Work will begin shortly to replace the 25-year-old ventilation system in all five opera... Read more

AHS responds to PPIC decisions on Kipnes Centre for Veterans issues

Thursday, July 23, 2015

Deb Gordon, Vice-President and Chief Health Operations for Northern Alberta, provided the following ... Read more

AHS Provides Update on Edmonton Lab Project Vendor Appeal

Friday, July 17, 2015

EDMONTON - Alberta Health Services provided an update today on the status of the report of the Vendo... Read more

Stroke care on wheels saves time and brains

Wednesday, July 8, 2015

EDMONTON — Canada’s first stroke ambulance — complete with a CT scanner, clot-busting drugs and the ... Read more

AHS takes action on OAG mental health report

Monday, July 6, 2015

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) continues to take action that will address recommendations ... Read more

Alberta Health Services releases 2014-15 Annual Report

Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Highlights progress in priority areas, includes Consolidated Financial Statements.... Read more

Pioneering gene therapy takes aim at inherited blindness

Monday, June 29, 2015

Clinical research trial injects customized virus to transfer healthy gene into retina.... Read more

AHS Provides Update on Dialysis Incident

Tuesday, June 2, 2015

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) confirms that one of the four dialysis patients affected by... Read more

Accessing trusted health advice now as easy as 8-1-1

Monday, June 1, 2015

Alberta Health Services introduces new telephone number for Health Link.... Read more

New Parkland County EMS station officially opens today

Thursday, May 28, 2015

PARKLAND COUNTY – Alberta Health Services’ Emergency Medical Services (AHS EMS) paramedics have a ne... Read more

Leading-edge diabetes treatment program hits milestone

Thursday, May 28, 2015

EDMONTON – The local global leading islet cell transplant team recently performed its 500th islet ce... Read more

Paramedics reunite with baby boy they resuscitated

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

EDMONTON – Six Alberta Health Services’ Emergency Medical Services (AHS EMS) paramedics reunite toda... Read more

One-day blitz aims to boost number of organ, tissue donors

Friday, April 17, 2015

Albertans can register intent to donate Monday at Alberta Blue Cross office.... Read more

Lois Hole Hospital for Women marks its fifth anniversary

Wednesday, April 8, 2015

EDMONTON – The Lois Hole Hospital for Women today celebrates five years of providing a wide range of... Read more

AHS reacts to Budget 2015/16

Thursday, March 26, 2015

EDMONTON – The Government of Alberta’s Budget 2015/16 will result in a funding reduction of $370 mil... Read more

Edmonton surgeons perform groundbreaking liver surgery

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

EDMONTON – Surgeons at the University of Alberta Hospital (UAH) have become the first transplant tea... Read more

AHS to enhance local input and decision-making

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Alberta Health Services (AHS) intends to implement changes that will enhance local input and decisio... Read more

Compass guides families of young neurosurgical patients

Wednesday, March 11, 2015

Book the brainchild of three moms who saw need for ‘family-friendly road map’.... Read more

New investments will improve access to health care

Wednesday, March 11, 2015

The Government is taking action to improve access to health care for Albertans.... Read more

Irregular, racing heartbeats tamed by Mazankowski service

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

New Atrial Fibrillation Program reduces stroke risk, improves quality of life.... Read more

Edmonton stroke patients getting clot-busting drug sooner

Monday, March 9, 2015

EDMONTON — Many local stroke patients are receiving a clot-busting drug faster than ever, significan... Read more

Edmonton EMS staff responds to long-term cancer study

Wednesday, March 4, 2015

Alberta study gets major boost as researchers near goal of 50,000 participants.... Read more

Spasticity clinic leads nation with orthopedic surgeon, gait lab

Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Teamwork eases suffering, makes dramatic changes in quality of patients’ lives.... Read more

Two-city teamwork helps kids with developmental disabilities

Monday, March 2, 2015

Win-win for Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, Camrose Pediatric Specialty Clinic.... Read more

AHS implements new cell phone policy to address roaming and data overages

Friday, February 13, 2015

EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services has recently approved and implemented a new policy for cell phone... Read more

AHS announces cost-containment measures

Thursday, February 5, 2015

Alberta Health Services (AHS) announced today that it is following similar cost-containment measures... Read more

Alberta cancer rates continue to trend downwards

Monday, February 2, 2015

EDMONTON – The rate at which Albertans are being diagnosed with cancer, or dying from the disease, i... Read more

New equipment to help in fight against head, neck cancer

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

UHF donates $1 million, partially raised through national Manuary campaign.... Read more

Cardiac hybrid OR gives newborn heart patient new hope

Thursday, January 22, 2015

EDMONTON – A four-month-old Calgary boy with a congenital heart defect has been given time – and an ... Read more

System stops heart attacks before they happen

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Research shows treating patients en route to hospital saves heart muscle.... Read more

Better care for Albertans with chronic kidney disease

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

EDMONTON — Albertans living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are receiving improved diagnosis and t... Read more