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The UCP claims wait times for surgery are improving, but relies on new reporting standards to prove it, writes columnist Don Braid.

The UCP claims wait times for surgery are improving, but relies on new reporting standards to prove it, writes columnist Don Braid.

But Albertas Danielle Smith is the only premier with any traction in a dismal poll of trust in provincial governments, writes Don Braid.

But Albertas Danielle Smith is the only premier with any traction in a dismal poll of trust in provincial governments, writes Don Braid.

An outmoded funding model for physicians and burnout is hurting the retention of docs, says the head of the Alberta Medical Association.

Starting Aug. 29, Albertans in need of emergency care will experience a new and improved Peter Lougheed Centre, thanks to emergency department redevelopment.

Metro Vancouver housing: So far this year, the most starts have occurred in Coquitlam in the Burquitlam area and near Lougheed Centre.

Calgary maternity units give up beds as pandemic pressure grows A Calgary doctor is worried about her patients as maternity units at city hospitals are forced to give up beds to help deal with COVID-19 pressures. But Alberta Health Services insists obstetrical care in the city is safe and there is plenty of room. Social Sharing

About 3,900 front line health care workers in Calgary and Edmonton will get their first dose of the new COVID-19 vaccine in six days, but it will likely be weeks before workers in Lethbridge and rural areas of Alberta are offered the treatment as well.