Clinical information
Please be advised: Alberta Health Services is the primary source for COVID-19 information and hosts clinical resources for all providers, including those in primary care. Visit Ahs.ca/covid for resources.
The Alberta Health website is also a great resource, which includes official updates from the Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, and actions being taken to protect the health of Albertans.
As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, this page will focus on linking to key sources of information from content experts.
New Clinical Updates
- November 19: COVID-19 immunization for children under 12
Health Canada has approved the Pfizer vaccine for children 5-11 years of age. See AHS web page for resources and more information. - November 9: Outpatient treatment for COVID-19
Sotrovimab, a new monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19 that was recently approved by Health Canada, is now being administered by EMS Mobile Integrated Health. - October 5: Third doses expanded to include seniors, high-risk individuals and eligible travelers
Third doses are now permitted for certain eligible groups. See bulletin for details.
Community Physicians
Patient Care & Your Practice
- COVID-19 Information for Community Physicians
The primary source of information on COVID-19 specific to community physicians and their teams. Includes guidance and pathways. - Patient Care and Testing FAQs
Resource from AHS - AHS Immunization FAQ – for Community Physicians
Resource from AHS - Be a Vaccine Positive Clinic - Toolkit
Resource from the AMA with tools and information on addressing vaccine hesitancy and providing vaccinations in community practice.
Infection Prevention & Control
- COVID-19 FAQ on Infection Prevention and Control and Exposure for Community Physicians
FAQs from AHS on immunization topics
Evidence Reviews
- AHS Rapid Review: Ivermectin Evidence Review Update
The AHS Scientific Advisory Group and the COVID-19 Therapeutics Working Group continue to monitor new evidence on ivermectin. After review there continues to be insufficient evidence of benefit and the previous recommendations continue to be upheld. October 5, 2021. - AHS Rapid Review: Likelihood of Transmission of COVID-19 infection after COVID-19 Vaccination
Although studies suggest that it is overall rare for vaccinated people to spread COVID-19 infection, it is possible. Vaccinated people should still follow public health measures in place. October 21, 2021. - PEER Tools for Practice: Long COVID: A (somewhat) short summary of risks, symptoms and natural course
The presence of Long COVID (persistence of ≥1 symptom after acute infection) is found in 20-80% at 60 days post-infection, varying widely based on study design and population. Fatigue, dyspnea and cognitive effects are the most common symptoms. September 20, 2021 - Scientific Advisory Group COVID-19 Recommendations
View more evidence reviews on the AHS website.
Hospital-Based Physicians
- COVID-19 Information for AHS Staff and Health Professionals
AHS information page
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