Back to search

Programs & Services

Public Health Services

Provides a wide range of health services in the areas of health promotion, disease prevention, and health protection.

Services provided by Public Health Nurses may include:

  • immunizations
  • communicable disease control (including Tuberculosis)
  • prenatal / postnatal education
  • postpartum caregiver / newborn support
  • breastfeeding / infant feeding support
  • health promotion / disease and injury prevention services
  • school health services
  • preventative oral health services for children
  • referrals to other health care and community services as needed

Community Health Centres

Access
Service Providers May Include
registered dental assistants, registered dental hygienists, registered nurses (RNs)
Service Access

Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.

Most program areas require appointments or pre-booking. Walk-in and telephone consultation services may also be available.


Fees

There are fees for prenatal / postnatal classes.


Service Locations
Also Known As
Acronym
CHC
Previous
Public Health Nursing
Other
Community Health Center, Community Health Centre, Community Health Centres, Health Unit