Authors Posts by Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is Canada’s first and largest province wide, fully-integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to the over four million people living in Alberta.
Using Cannabis Safely
Are you thinking of using cannabis? Are you already using?Cannabis is a psychoactive substance that has many short and long-term health risks including,...
Relief from Back Pain
Does back pain or back tension have you tied up in knots? Back strain happens when you overstretch, or pull, a muscle in...
Preventing Scalds and Burns
Scalds are the second leading cause of all burn injuries. They can happen to anyone, but children, older adults, and people with disabilities...
Cervical Cancer Screening
If you have a cervix, it is important to get cervical cancer screening.Almost all cases of cervical cancer are caused by the human...
Recovering From COVID-19
Nutrition is important when it comes to recovering from COVID-19. Here are a few suggestions from the team at Alberta Health Services:Try...
February Is Heart Month
Do you know the signs and symptoms of a heart attack and what to do if someone experiences these? Knowing, may make the...
Know Your Limits
Are you drinking more alcohol during the pandemic? If you drink alcohol, it may be time to think about what you are consuming....
Helping Manage Anxiety After Loss
Loss is difficult - even more so during a pandemic.Worry and anxiety can develop after a major loss. Anxiety is a general feeling...
Stay Safe On Ice This Winter
Winter is here! If you’re planning to get outside, make plans to be safe. There are things you and your family can do...
Toboggan Safety
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) would like to remind parents and children of a few toboggan/sledding safety tips as the winter season continues. Injuries...
Cold Weather Safety
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) paramedics respond to a number of cold weather-related emergencies every winter. However, by taking appropriate measures to dress properly,...
Coping with COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic can be a very stressful time for many people. Daily life has changed and that can have a significant impact...