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Friday, February 23, 2024
Genetic testing and treatment prevent coronary heart disease early in life... Read more
Genetic testing and treatment prevent coronary heart disease early in life... Read more
3D-printed model of spine eases her mind after life-altering injury... Read more
National group applauds accomplishments of AHS leader... Read more
Transitional Pain Services building a foundation to boost access for Albertans... Read more
Historic donation, largest in Alberta’s history, propels cancer care forward... Read more
Study weighs merits of post-op app for safer healing at home... Read more
Indigenous Wellness core seeks post-secondary students to participate... Read more
New transition checklist improves patient outcomes, saves healthcare dollars... Read more
No question too big or small for Knowledge Resource Service... Read more
Heart-attack drug sets new standard for restoring blood flow to brain... Read more
Patients avoid hospital visits by giving themselves injections... Read more
Alberta leading the world in applying ERAS guidelines... Read more
Alberta’s Tomorrow Project celebrates 20 years of research with 55,000 participants... Read more
Despite initial concerns, St. Albert woman follows through on full COVID-19 immunization... Read more
Calgary patient first in world to benefit from novel treatment... Read more
Simulation training critical in COVID-19 response... Read more
Data shows AHS workplaces much safer than expected... Read more
Canada’s only stroke ambulance gives early intervention on the spot... Read more
Invitation to join World Economic Forum coalition gives Albertans access to cutting-edge research & resources.... Read more
Medication used for asthma may improve recoveries.... Read more
Friedenreich named Fellow by Royal Society of Canada for studies into physical activity and cancer... Read more
Specialized facility boosts odds for severely injured patients... Read more
Research Challenge team weighs approaches, sees study published... Read more
University Hospital Foundation backs fund to honour renowned neurosurgeon... Read more
CIHR funding supports three Alberta research teams... Read more
AHS supported studies advancing patient care... Read more
Farming family grateful for integrated approach to care... Read more
While still reeling from a breast cancer diagnosis, Sharon Gower learned her husband was facing a cancer diagnosis of his own.... Read more
When medical issues separate mothers from their newborns, technology is helping to bridge the emotional gap at the Misericordia Community Hospital through its award-winning NowICU program.... Read more
Some able to receive chemotherapy as outpatients... Read more
AHS UCalgary researchers find nearly 40 per cent of cancers can be prevented... Read more
New program empowers moms and helps babies in withdrawal... Read more
Clinical Trials Unit performs first-in-Canada procedure at Foothills... Read more
Initiative ensures prompt diagnosis and care for women who experience blood loss after giving birth.... Read more
Members of military, veterans, public safety personnel to benefit... Read more
Clinical educators at Foothills create onsite modules, available around the clock, to bring knowledge to staff... Read more
Follow-up study done on toddlers shows health benefits... Read more
Northern Alberta Urology Centre renamed to honour philanthropists... Read more
South Zone research project receives $1.4M Alberta Innovates grant... Read more
New technology benefits patients clinicians in community... Read more
Paramedic awarded bursary to support study of pre-hospital care... Read more
'I haven't had a migraine since... it's nothing short of a miracle'... Read more
Chinook Regional Hospital applauded by American College of Surgeons... Read more
New processes improve radiosurgery for cancer patients... Read more
Hospital team embraces fresh strategies to improve flow and transparency... Read more
My Care Conversations... Read more
Program helps participants manage osteoarthritis build up strength... Read more
Ventricular Assist Device education day for patients and family... Read more
Government of Alberta and University Hospital Foundation pledge $12M each... Read more
Newcomers befriend patients to navigate world of kidney care transplant... Read more
Drug therapy at Stollery reduces risk of prolonged bleeds... Read more
Enhanced Recovery after Surgery guidelines improving outcomes for women with gynecological cancers... Read more
Injectable gel creates buffer space for nearby healthy tissues during radiation therapy... Read more
Pediatric Clinical Investigations Unit creates friendly relaxed setting for families to take part... Read more
Seven recipients share nearly $700 000 in newly established Kaye Fund Competition... Read more
Rockyview General Hospital breaks new ground with novel therapy... Read more
Program lets patients enjoy all the comforts of home plus hospital-quality care... Read more
Cross Cancer Institute has proven itself a leader cancer research, prevention, treatment and care initiatives since opening its doors in 1968.... Read more
Alberta Health Services is now the beneficiary of some cutting edge ideas for optimizing its supply chain following a design competition organized by an international network composed of industry lead... Read more
Friends of late Dylan Somers rally to raise money for research... Read more
Giving patients living with advanced colorectal cancer access to palliative care support.... Read more
Alberta Health Services, Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation join forces to bring new and improved services, more timely access to care.... Read more
Enhanced Primary Care Pathways bring faster access to specialists... Read more
New CT scanner goes online in Fort McMurray... Read more
Bruce Nelson, 70, believes his stroke may have been a blessing in disguise.... Read more
Health Quality Council of Alberta honours inner-city, community paramedic and kidney-care initiatives... Read more
Stem cell transplant for adult one of first in Canada... Read more
Albertans are spending less time in hospital after surgery.... Read more
New study at Alberta Children’s Hospital to use portable brain imaging system developed by UCalgary team.... Read more
ICUs across Alberta tackle its root causes to improve patient outcomes... Read more
Get Moving study sees AHS and UCalgary researchers probe link between physical activity and survival.... Read more
First Nations partnership key to coming up with ideas for improvement... Read more
Instant results and no scar. These are words one rarely associates with brain surgery until now.... Read more
Hematology patient says thanks with $3M gift to University of Alberta Hospital... Read more
Quality Innovation Fund empowers front-line care teams to drive quality improvement across the clinical spectrum... Read more
When Hussain Alhussainy puts on a high-tech exoskeleton during therapy, he feels like Iron Man.... Read more
AHS research hospitals in Calgary and Edmonton placed in the top half of a national ranking – for the second year running.... Read more
Results of Alberta-led clinical trial published in Journal of the American Medical Association... Read more
EDMONTON - An Alberta-led clinical trial has shown Fecal Microbiota Transplant is as effective in treating clostridium difficile infections whether delivered by colonoscopy or by swallowing capsules.... Read more
Epic adventure, breathtaking Rockies scenery and a cool fundraiser to keep cancer on the run.... Read more
Having a newborn in intensive care is never easy for parents through the compassion and teamwork of their babies' caregivers, parents now have a little less to worry about.... Read more
This is National Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Week an opportunity to honour organ and tissue donors and their families who have so graciously given the gift of life and better health to many indiv... Read more
If you have had surgery you know your operation can feel like a sprint and your recovery can feel like a marathon. A growing body of research shows that good nutrition can get you across the finish li... Read more
World-renowned researcher brings stroke-rehab technology to Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital.... Read more
EDMONTON — A world-class researcher and bioengineer has joined the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital to help guide a program that support patients with spinal cord and neurological injuries.... Read more
Time from onset of stroke to treatment, or door-to-needle time, halved to 36 minutes by AHS strategy.... Read more
Calgary man first in world to undergo gene therapy for inherited Fabry disease.... Read more
Calgary patient with rare inherited condition receives transplant of altered stem cells.... Read more
AHS research hospitals in Calgary and Edmonton have placed in the top half of a national ranking survey.... Read more
New study employs free preventive meds, education to help seniors better follow their treatment plans.... Read more
Alberta Children’s Hospital contributes to global TrialNet study.... Read more
Researchers eye benefits for spinal cord injury patients.... Read more
New technology hub puts rehab hospital at forefront of health-care innovation.... Read more
Research that donors make possible is saving and improving the lives of women and children. And a historic donation means the future is even brighter.... Read more
Novel therapy grows new immune system from transplanted family stem cells.... Read more
Minutes and seconds. For Janna Ziegler, they made the difference between life as a stroke patient and recovery from stroke.... Read more
Researchers test new way to predict risk of high blood pressure in pregnancy.... Read more
New research shows not wearing a sling can speed up patients' return to mobility.... Read more
Robotic research aims to help kids with early brain injuries.... Read more
New AHS research shows physical activity after diagnosis helps men live longer.... Read more
Asthma research gives electronic care guide to family docs.... Read more
CALGARY — It’s a bitter irony that many kids with cancer who have overcome their illnesses are then challenged by an everyday function that most people take for granted: the ability to fall and stay a... Read more
About 45 per cent of cancer cases in Alberta are linked to a handful of modifiable factors, according to new statistics from Alberta Health Services (AHS).... Read more
AHS strategy integrates research, innovation in health system... Read more
Lung cancer study aims for earlier detection and cure.... Read more
Researchers in Calgary and Edmonton have launched a lung cancer screening study to determine the best criteria for catching the deadly disease while it’s still treatable.... Read more
Researchers in Calgary and Edmonton have launched a lung cancer screening study to determine the best criteria for catching the deadly disease while it’s still treatable.... Read more
ERAS gets mastectomy, breast reconstruction patients home sooner.... Read more
$2.94M grant drives hopes for better detection and cure.... Read more
Many Calgary women undergoing mastectomy and breast reconstruction are leaving hospital sooner with the expansion of a program that offers a new way of caring for surgical patients.... Read more
CALGARY – In a North American first, researchers at Foothills Medical Centre have developed a device that allows preterm infants to receive resuscitation and other interventions immediately after birt... Read more
Diagnosed with rare kidney disorder, she joins national study... Read more
In extremely rare diagnosis, doctor finds Takayasu’s arteritis in Airdrie boy.... Read more
Researcher casts light on serious impact of sinus inflammation.... Read more
Findings could lead to effective treatment for condition.... Read more
Langdon woman credits study for her remarkable recovery.... Read more
Leading-edge surgery reduces need for ventilator.... Read more
Cardiac research aims to improve care, shorten time in waiting room.... Read more
Study could lead to simple test for TIAs.... Read more
Brain research aims to improve quality of life.... Read more
Low-cost exercise may help people with Type 2 diabetes.... Read more