Rural communities tackle mental health by coming together
For the 38 per cent of Albertans who live in rural and remote areas accessing important mental health supports can be a challenge.
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U of A donates hand sanitizer to remote northern Alberta front-line workers
Front-line workers in remote Northern Alberta communities are getting a helping hand from some fellow Albertans.
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Why should you consider being a rural doctor?
“Try it. You just might like it.” I’m sure you’ve heard that before, perhaps when your parents were trying to convince you to...
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COVID-19 and rural Alberta
While the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation of many planned programs and activities, rural Albertans have continued to adapt and improvise.
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Peace River a draw for Canadian medical grads
Many homegrown family doctors have been drawn to a welcoming Northern Alberta community, outfitted with a well-supported teaching hospital. Several western Canadian graduates have been part...
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Rural Alberta teachers check in on student well-being amidst global pandemic
Educators across rural Alberta are finding industrious ways to continue academic work, ease uncertainty, and let their students know they are not alone as they transition to online education during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Jennifer Best, RhPAP’s newest Rural Community Consultant
RhPAP is pleased to welcome Jennifer Best as our newest Rural Community Consultant for the north-east zone. Jennifer has been living, working,...
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2019 RhPAP Medical School Award Recipients
Every year, RhPAP offers up to four Medical School Awards to deserving medical students who plan to practise in rural Alberta to assist them on their...
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Nurse Practitioners in Rural and Remote Communities
In September 2019, the Alberta Government announced it was increasing spending to hire nurse practitioners to work in primary care settings in rural and underserved areas, including the Bonnyville Primary...
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Exploring the nursing side of endoscopy
Endoscopies are procedures to examine the interior of a hollow organ or cavity of the body and require an endoscope to be...
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Drayton Valley displays hearts and appreciation during tough times
During times of uncertainty, Drayton Valley residents wear their hearts on their sleeves, their front lawns, windows, and anywhere else they can...
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A special message to all rural Albertans from RhPAP’s Interim Board Chair
“On behalf of the staff and the board of RhPAP, our sincere and heartfelt thank you to all of the health-care providers...
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