An Indigenous resource hub is now available on Specialist Link to support primary care providers in delivering culturally safe, holistic, and community-driven care.
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Cervical cancer screening, newborn hearing update
Effective Wednesday, Nov. 5, cervical cancer screening of eligible individuals aged 50 – 69 will transition to primary high-risk human papillomavirus (hrHPV) testing.
Exposure alert: Avian flu at Butterfield Acres
Avian influenza (likely H5N1) has been identified at Butterfield Acres; members of the public were exposed between Oct. 6 and Oct. 12.
October 2025 lab bulletins
APL has issued lab bulletins for RPP tests, dermatophyte testing, transfusion test menus, stool WBC testing, HbA1c testing, and Connect Care lab restrictions.
2025 immunization program: Phase two
Effective Monday, Oct. 20, phase two of Alberta’s fall immunization program will get underway.
October 2025 patient e-newsletter
The October issue of our e-newsletter to the public included articles on support for ADHD and learning disabilities, mental health, healthcare documents, and the cold and flu season.
Unplanned fax interruption to women’s health clinics
From 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 3, an unexpected interruption of incoming faxes to the women’s health clinics at Foothills Medical Center affected five clinics.
Lung cancer screening program: Expanded referral options
The Alberta Lung Cancer Screening Program has new funding that will allow it to continue enrolling eligible patients.
U of C: Opioid skills for the frontline (online modules)
The second edition of the University of Calgary’s online, self-learning course on opioid tapering is now available for free.
Community partner spotlight: Learning disabilities, ADHD support
The Learning Disabilities & ADHD Network, Calgary Region is dedicated to supporting individuals with learning disabilities or ADHD.