Alberta Merges Health Regions, Health Agencies into One Super Board
Posted on: Thursday, 15 May 2008, 15:00 CDT
By THE CANADIAN PRESS
EDMONTON - The Alberta government says it is merging nine regional health boards and three agencies into one body that reports directly to the health minister.
The new Alberta Health Services Board will also take over the Alberta Cancer Board, the Alberta Mental Health Board and the Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission.
Health Minister Ron Liepert is appointing a chairman and six members to a transitional board, with a larger board and CEO to be announced later.
The transition period will allow the existing health authorities time to settle contracts and deal with union issues.
The new health board will also appoint community health councils to provide advice on health issues and local needs.
Premier Ed Stelmach says the new approach will make public health care more effective and efficient.
Source: Canadian Press
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