March 5, 2021, marks the one-year anniversary of the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Alberta.
We remember all those who have tragically lost their lives to this deadly virus. Our deepest condolences go out to the loved ones of these individuals, as well as anyone who is mourning the loss of a loved one, no matter the cause.
To consider where we started and where we are now, a year into the pandemic, is astounding.
Alberta has been a leader in the COVID-19 response from day one and we couldn't have done any of this without the support of our people. AHS staff and physicians have responded to the challenge with a level of commitment and teamwork that continues to be truly inspiring. Every single day you work tirelessly, fiercely and with compassion, and that has made all the difference.
We thank you and we salute you.
This page is dedicated to you - to showcase the incredible accomplishments AHS has achieved over the last 12 months, and to express our gratitude and appreciation for our teams on the frontlines and behind-the-scenes. We couldn't have come this far without your support.
We encourage you to take a few moments to read the stories and posts below, recognize the impact your hard work is having, and, hopefully, make your day a little brighter.
Please share your appreciation and love for our teams (and your colleagues) through the online submission form below, or by posting your thanks on social media.
Keeping cool under pressure is what EMS paramedics do daily. As the COVID-19 pandemic ramped up a year ago, EMS swiftly ramped up their procedures and preparedness.
Committed and passionate about their mission, the team at Health Link is still going strong, even as they take a moment here to reflect on their rapid evolution during first year of COVID-19.
Whether funding new mental health programs, helping to establish a biorepository, or providing technology to help patients connect with loved ones, community support has proven vital.
Every day, Sandy and a team of lab scientists and technologists from Alberta Precision Laboratories' (APL) hunt for mutations in the virus's RNA — looking for alterations in its genetic code.
AHS Peace Officers are often called upon for support when patients are at a high risk of causing harm to themselves or others, or at high risk of leaving the hospital (referred to as elopement).
Share your appreciation and love for our people by filling out our online submission form and posting your thanks on social media tagging @ahs_media #WeAreAHS #AlbertaCares.
