Community Clinics

UCalgary study offers new insight into physician shortage in Alberta

Researchers analyzed 16 years of data and reveal changes driving many of today’s challenges. Tima Miroshnichenko photo, Pexels Kelly Johnston, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary September 23, 2025 There is a growing … READ MORE

Alberta parents still struggling to book COVID shots for kids as doctors raise alarm about access

Alberta Medical Association estimates each COVID hospitalization costs the health system more than $34,000. Parents have to call Health Link to book COVID-19 vaccines for children under 12. But the health information line has been … READ MORE

Vaccination rates are slipping around the world. Canada isn’t immune, says new study

In some countries, the decline is driven by conflict; in others, by vaccine hesitancy. For decades, health authorities made huge strides in vaccinating children against preventable diseases. But since 2010, progress has stalled, and … READ MORE

Hospital-based decision making raises privatization fears, hope for efficiencies

Premier Danielle Smith promised to shift who makes hiring and purchasing choices. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says health facilities will soon have more local decision making power. Critics question what that means, and how it will … READ MORE

Breakup of Alberta health ministry will create confusion, doctors and nurses say

Spokesperson for the province says ministerial changes won’t affect patients, public servants. Former health minister Adriana LaGrange was named minister in charge of primary and preventative health services in last week’s … READ MORE

With 710 measles cases now confirmed in Alberta, this marks the worst year since 1986

Disease continues to spread, primarily in kids and teens outside major cities. Of measles cases this year where the patient’s immunization status is known, 91% have been in individuals who never received a measles vaccine. … READ MORE

Here’s how measles cases are spreading across Canada

A dose of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination awaits the next patient during a vaccine clinic at Southwestern Public Health in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Geoff Robins, The Canadian Press via … READ MORE

Why are measles case counts climbing so high in Alberta? Experts weigh in

With 326 patients reported, Alberta has the 2nd highest tally in the country. Alberta has confirmed 326 meales cases since the outbreaks began in March. CBC Jennifer Lee, CBC News Calgary May 12, 2025 Infectious disease experts are … READ MORE

‘Rifts in families’: Parents seek better talk on vaccines as measles outbreak grows

Professor says public health nurses are great sources of information but need time to build trust. Mackenzie Sailer and her one-year-old son, Wolfe, at the Henderson Lake playground in Lethbridge. She says vaccines are like religion … READ MORE

Alberta’s measles case counts have topped 500 and doctors are worried

South zone by far hardest hit with 362 measles cases to date. A colourized electron transmission micrograph of measles virus particles. (U.K. Health Security Agency) CBC. CBC News Calgary, May 22, 2025 It has taken Alberta less than … READ MORE

Health teams scramble to contain spread of measles in central and southern Alberta

170 cases identified in province since outbreaks began in March. Public health teams are working to boost immunization rates in outbreak areas, including the town of Two Hills. Rafferty Baker CBC Jennifer Lee, CBC News Calgary April … READ MORE

Local therapy facility for disabled children attracting families from all over the world

Kate McLelland is almost three years old and was born with a rare genetic condition. Her parents have found hope to improve her quality of life through the Canadian Centre for Development in Calgary. CTV News Kevin Fleming, Video … READ MORE

Expedium Orthopaedics

Alberta’s Premier Orthopaedic Care Center Rethinking the way healthcare is delivered in Alberta. One way to reduce the muscle tone is to inject botuline toxine, better known as botox, in the children’s muscles. This enables … READ MORE

Therapeutic horseback riding combined with cognitive exercises can help children with ADHD and Autism

Therapeutic horseback riding combined with brain-building exercises can improve the dexterity, coordination and strength of children with neurodevelopmental disorders, shows a study in Frontiers in Veterinary Science. Whispering … READ MORE

2020 Adapted bike program is OPEN – Cerebral Palsy Kids & Families

Our 2020 Adapted Bike Program is OPEN. We are working on one-on-one curbside appointments. See HOW IT WORKS. Registration now open. Space is limited. Bikes are loaned on a first come/first served basis. Braceworks has provided The CP … READ MORE

The Truth About Tummy Time

Pediatricians say it’s essential. But is it? I remember many things fondly from the time my kids were infants, but tummy time is not one of them. Deanna Donegan, The New York Times By Melinda Wenner Moyer, The New York Times April … READ MORE

Emergency pediatric space opens at Calgary’s South Health Campus

‘This will be a comforting space where children and parents can come for care.’ Ethan Nielson, a former patient at the Calgary’s South Health Campus, cuts the Ribbon to open a new emergency care space for children, … READ MORE

Heather Curilla BSc PT, Physiotherapy Consultant – Redcord Calgary

Redcord is a multi-suspension exercise system used to activate and strengthen the muscles of the body. The suspension adds a new element to the treatment of injuries and pain by eliminating compensations and isolating key muscles used … READ MORE

Calgary infant head position and shape clinic

If your baby is diagnosed with Deformational Plagiocephaly, Brachycephaly or Scaphocephaly and is between the ages of 3 and 18 months, your pediatrician or specialist may refer you to a practitioner who specializes in providing … READ MORE

Fort McMurray program provides adapted bikes to children with disabilities

‘It was exciting to be able to actually see him use a bike.’ Blake Fielder sat patiently on his new bike while it was adjusted to fit him. Jamie Malbeuf CBC Jamie Malbeuf, CBC News Edmonton May 14, 2019 For the first … READ MORE

South Health Campus to open pediatric emergency care space

The South Health Campus is a big step closer to opening a pediatric emergency care space because of an anonymous donation of $3.9 million. Kids covers their hands in paint and are joined by dignitaries for the announcement of a $3.9 … READ MORE

2018-19 Orthotic Clinics at Emily Follensbee School

Interested in convenient orthotic service for your child in the comfort of the school with their physiotherapist? New patients welcome. Call Braceworks 403-240-9100 for details. GRIT students have access to the pool at Emily … READ MORE

2018-2019 Orthotic Clinics at Calgary Quest School

NEW Patients Welcome. Interested in the convenience of orthotic service for your child in the comfort of the school with their physiotherapist? Call 403-240-9100 to enquire about details. Quest Day in the life photos – teachers and … READ MORE

New Edmonton equine centre eases waiting list for popular riding therapy program

The new Whitemud Equine Learning Centre officially opened in October. Indoor washrooms, a roof that doesn’t leak and above-freezing temperatures allows for year-round riding. Little Bits Therapeutic Riding Association. Programs for … READ MORE

Campus club challenges stigma faced by children with disabilities

Taking Strides is a student-run, non-profit initiative which aims to promote and refine physical literacy amongst children with mental and physical disabilities. We accomplish this through an adaptive program which incorporates 1-on-1 … READ MORE

South Health Campus, AHS

Dr. Cheri Nijssen-Jordan in the pediatric unit at the South Health Campus in Calgary, Alberta on May 29, 2013. Leah Hennel, Calgary Herald General Pediatric Clinic Dr. Nadira Rashid Dr. Adel El Sharkawy Allison Massey PT This service … READ MORE

Young patients with cerebral palsy, other disabilities, benefit from therapeutic horseback riding

About 20 young Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) patients with cerebral palsy or other physical challenges had the opportunity to go horseback riding recently, an accomplishment many “didn’t realize they could achieve,” as one … READ MORE

State-of-the-art special needs school opens its doors in Calgary

After three long years of lobbying and construction, a unique school welcomed its students in for the first time this week [January 2017] in Calgary’s northwest. Students at Christine Meikle used to learn in an aging, cramped … READ MORE

Scoliosis-specific exercises likely reduces curve severity AIS

Results from this study demonstrated superior outcomes with the addition of Schroth physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercises to the standard of care vs. the standard of care alone for patients with adolescent idiopathic … READ MORE

2017 Adapted Bike Program – Cerebral Palsy Kids & Families

Enjoy the use of a custom-fit bike for $75. Trix youth wheels. Hase Come out and try a bike! Register for the 2017 Adapted Bike Program in Calgary. We will have specialists on hand experienced in fitting your child with an adaptive … READ MORE

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