The August issue of our e-newsletter to the public included articles on healthy back-to-school habits, health card expiration dates, and the End of the Rainbow Foundation.
News
Perkopolis for restaurant, flight, and movie deals
You can gain a Perkopolis membership through our member discounts program for exclusive offers and deals.
CPSA: Refreshed medical clinics web pages
The College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta has refreshed its medical clinics landing page and added new and updated web pages to offer guidance, tools, and resources.
Community partner spotlight: End of the Rainbow Foundation
The End of the Rainbow Foundation works to improve socioeconomic conditions for people of diverse sexualities by providing innovative education and support programs.
Wound care tele-advice service closure
Wound care tele-advice is no longer available on Specialist Link.
Primary Care Corridors: Post-town hall FAQ
A follow-up email to the July 21 town hall on Primary Care Corridors, hosted by the Ministry of Primary and Preventative Health Services, provided an FAQ document with additional information.
Lab bulletins for August 2026
There are four new lab bulletins (three provincewide and one for Calgary and area).
Private diagnostic screening tests
Without a physician’s referral, Albertans can now purchase diagnostic screening tests at participating private providers.
Senior Services: Physician wanted
Our PCN is seeking a physician with care of the elderly experience and interest to deliver consultative physician services within our Senior Services program.
AMA: Practical guidance for vaccine conversations
A pediatrician has shared several techniques that support constructive conversations about immunization in the latest edition of Alberta Doctors’ Digest.