Mental Health & Addictions
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Immediate Mental Health Commitment Needed Despite Downturn
Immediate Mental Health Commitment Needed Despite Downturn
Friends of Medicare are calling on the Alberta government to prioritize greater investment in mental health in light of the released "Valuing Mental Health" report."The increased funding for mental health in Budget 2015 was a welcome first step towards improved mental health services, yesterdays report indicates greater investment is needed," said communications staff Trevor Zimmerman.
Written by Fom Friends of Medicare
February 23, 2016 -
As Spring returns every year, so do "feel good" announcements in election season
Health Minister Stephen Mandel and Alberta Health Services (AHS) CEO Vickie Kaminski held a press conference today to announce measures that aim to improve access to health care. However, the announcement raised more questions than answers. Mandel announced that they will be 'reallocating' $50 million from existing health care funds to the Peter Lougheed Hospital, South Health Campus, Misericordia Hospital, Royal Alexandra Hospital, and Grey Nuns Hospital to renovate and expand ER facilities.
Written by Fom Friends of Medicare
March 11, 2015 -
New Health Advocate Must Address Systemic Issues
Friends of Medicare would like to extend a welcome to Mary A. Marshall who was appointed to a 6 month term as the Interim Health Advocate.
Written by Fom Friends of Medicare
December 19, 2013