Active health advisories
As part of AHS’ commitment to the health and safety of Albertans, AHS releases health advisories related to air quality, cyanobacteria (blue-green algae), heat, boil water, federal notices, wildfire and flood resources and safety information, food safety news, COVID-19 information, environmental public health orders, public health travel notices, and health enforcement notices. Current health advisories include: - Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) advisory for Gregoire Lake (Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo)
- Water quality advisory for McFarlane Beach on Calling Lake
- Water quality advisory for Plamondon Whitesands Beach on Lac La Biche Lake
- Water quality advisory for Camper's Beach on Lac La Biche Lake
- Water quality advisory for Battle River at Riverdale Mini-Park
Alberta Health update on tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) vaccine
As of July 1, 2024, adults can receive routine doses of tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) vaccine from a pharmacy. In addition, fully immunized adults who present with tetanus-prone wounds can be referred to a pharmacy if only a Tdap booster is required.
However, adults with tetanus-prone wounds, who have an unknown immunization history or incomplete tetanus immunization series, should be referred to Alberta Health Services (AHS) Public Health where tetanus immune globulin (TIG) is available. All children requiring a tetanus-containing vaccine, either routinely or for wound management, should continue to be referred to AHS Public Health to ensure they receive the age-appropriate tetanus-containing vaccine. Tdap vaccine distribution to medical clinics is expected to resume this fall.
For EMR Connect Care Users: Improved Netcare access via Connect Care
Connect Care now has improved functionality. Users who access Netcare patient charts via the “Launch Netcare” function in Connect Care have full use of their assigned Netcare user role permissions. Access is no longer restricted to view-only functionality.
What are the benefits?
Full access to Netcare and eReferral functionality without leaving Connect Care.
- Consistent permissions when accessing Netcare via Connect Care or direct login.
- Ability to open patient records in Connect Care and Netcare on separate browser tabs.
Updated Routine Immunization Schedule
Immunization remains one of the most effective methods to protect individuals, families, and communities from certain serious diseases. While some vaccines confer lifelong immunity, others require booster doses to maintain their protective effects.
Alberta’s updated routine immunization schedule is designed to provide optimal protection by administering vaccines at the most effective ages and stages of life. This approach ensures the development of lasting immunity.
Healthcare professionals can refer to the immunization schedule organized by age or stage, and access the comprehensive schedule for a quick overview.
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