Alberta’s government is asking Albertans to be aware of measles symptoms and to access resources to protect themselves and prevent further spread. Measles cases are increasing globally, with numerous countries and travel destinations reporting outbreaks. Cases have been identified in several Canadian provinces, including an outbreak recently identified in northern Alberta. As of March 13, health officials have confirmed six … Read more…
By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Capital projects – the stuff you can see, touch, use repeatedly, walk through or even drive upon — will account for $26.1 billion in provincial spending over the next three years, the Alberta government estimates in a deficit budget released last Thursday. For regions beyond the two major cities, the question is, How many … Read more…
By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Domestic abuse survivors across southern Alberta benefit from the life-changing shelter and support offered by Rowan House Society, the legislature heard as the group geared up for a March fundraiser. Chelsae Petrovic, the member for Livingstone-Macleod, celebrated the organization’s 25th anniversary in a statement to colleagues in Edmonton, highlighting the High River group’s humble … Read more…
By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A government serving corporate friends over everyday Albertans is putting pregnant women and their babies at unacceptable risk — especially those in rural and remote areas — an NDP shadow minister has charged. Rural hospital closures and doctor shortages are forcing pregnant women to travel hours for care and overwhelming health services in major … Read more…
By Brett McKay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A new bill aimed at cutting red tape will relax the requirement that Alberta’s Office of the Child and Youth Advocate investigate deaths of all youth who received government intervention services. On Feb. 26, Minister of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction Dale Nally tabled Bill 38, the Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act, in the … Read more…
By Rob Vogt It was an evening to share information on heart health for women.Approximately 100 women turned out for the second annual Women and Heart Disease Information Night on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at the Claresholm Social Centre.Organizer Mary Holgate opened the evening by welcoming everyone and sharing her own personal story.She discussed having a heart attack and how its … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Ataxia-telangiectasia, or A-T, is a rare progressive, genetic disease that affects the nervous system, immune system, and other body systems.There are only 500 documented cases in North America, and three children in Alberta.Children with A-T are in wheelchairs by age10, and rarely survive into their 20s.Local teen Alex Olive was diagnosed with A-T in 2011.His mother Crystal … Read more…