Looking out for seniors is a community effort
Being a “senior” encompasses a lot. It’s a catch-all for those who are older: in some cases, beginning with a senior’s discount...
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Technology could help rural seniors age in place
A University of Calgary professor wants rural seniors to have an opportunity to remain at home for as long as they can. Joon Lee along...
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RhPAP U Pillar I highlights Rural Population Health
RhPAP U is a new online resource for information on rural health in Alberta created by the Rural Health Professions Action Plan. The first pillar under...
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Castor senior recalls epidemics past during COVID-19 outbreak
Today’s pandemic brings back a flood of memories for Luella Kowalsky.
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The Rural & Isolated Support Endeavour (RISE)
RISE was created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to provide emotional support and companionship to patients living in rural areas across Canada who are experiencing increased isolation due to social distancing restrictions.
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Pharmacists step up to serve rural communities during pandemic
Pharmacists across Alberta have tweaked procedures to protect themselves and their patients throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Long-term residents in northern Alberta stay entertained during COVID-19
Long-term care residents in High Level and Fort Vermilion are staying entertained during COVID-19.
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Czar quilters shift focus to help rural health-care workers
A group from East Central Alberta is showing their support for rural health-care workers, stitch by stitch, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Drayton Valley students and community grow with tuition plan
For many students, savings and loans are used to fund a post-secondary education. In Drayton Valley, the town is helping to ease...
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Childhood dream leads to seven decades of medicine and counting…
He might just be the most interesting man in rural medicine. Dr. George Stewart-Hunter has raced cars, killed the world’s most dangerous...
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Free Training: Learn Mental Health First Aid Seniors
The Government of Alberta is providing Mental Health Commission of Canada training free of charge to strengthen the addiction and mental health...
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