BA.4 and BA. 5 COVID-19 bivalent vaccine available soon
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Albertans 12 years of age and older will soon have an additional COVID-19 vaccine choice.
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Better access to CT and MRI scans for Albertans
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Alberta’s government is taking additional action to expand capacity for patients waiting for medical imaging so Albertans can get the care they need when they need it.
Better access to publicly funded diagnostic imaging
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Albertans will have greater access to diagnostic imaging (DI) services due to a change allowing more health providers to refer for insured DI services.
Better continuing care for Indigenous people
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Budget 2023 provides ongoing funding for Indigenous people to build continuing care spaces that would provide culturally appropriate care.
Bivalent booster rollout to begin for those 18+
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Starting on Sept. 21, appointments for the bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine can be booked, with vaccine administration also beginning on Sept. 21.
Bolstering cancer support programs for Albertans
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Alberta’s government is providing nearly $1.5 million to Wellspring Alberta to support individuals and families affected by cancer, particularly in rural and remote communities.
Book your free flu shot to protect yourself and loved ones
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Albertans can now book their influenza immunization appointments to stay healthy, protect others and reduce pressure on Alberta’s health-care system during COVID-19.
Boosters expand to kids aged 5-11
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Albertans can soon start booking COVID-19 vaccine boosters for children aged five to 11, based on recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization and the Alberta Advisory Committee on Immunization.
Brain Injury Awareness Month: Minister Copping
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Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on Brain Injury Awareness Month:
Brain Injury Awareness: Ministers Shandro, Sawhney
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Minister of Health Tyler Shandro and Minister of Community and Social Services Rajan Sawhney issued the following joint statement to mark Brain Injury Awareness Month: