Westgrove Clinic
201, 505 Queen Street T7X 2V2 Spruce Grove, AB, Canada

Seniors Scam Warning!! Alberta Health Services (AHS) is warning seniors in Alberta to be aware of misleading telephone calls regarding COVID-19 immunizations. There have been reports of people over the age of 75 receiving phone calls to book their COVID-19 immunizations. Some of these calls are requesting a payment for the vaccine. Public immunization is not open at this time. AHS is not making direct phone calls to Albertans to book their COVID-19 vaccinations. AHS will never call and ask for payment for COVID-19 immunization services. Please hang up immediately and report by calling the non-emergency line for local law enforcement.

AHS, in collaboration with The Mental Health Foundation, is offering FREE online programming for parents and caregivers of children and youth. Sessions are offered online through the Zoom conferencing application. For more information or to register, visit www.cyfcaregivereducation.ca

Edmonton area Primary Care Networks are working together to offer a variety of free education classes to patients. Attendance at these classes do not require a referral and are open to anyone in the Edmonton area. For a complete list of available classes, dates and registration instructions, go to: https://www.westviewpcn.ca/theme/common/page.cfm?i=10004062

Please ensure that you are opening emails received from "Medeo Health". Messages we send through our secure email system come through to you as: From: Medeo Health Subject: Westgrove Clinic sent you a secure message in Medeo... These are important messages from your medical home. Now, more than ever before, our doctors, pharmacists, nurses, social worker, therapist, and support staff are using Medeo Health to send you important information and updates. Please ensure you are reviewing these messages by opening the email, and clicking on the "View Secure Message" link in the email and following the prompts from Medeo Health. Your health is important to us, help us by reviewing the electronic messages sent to you.

With the authorization of a COVID-19 vaccine in Canada, Canadians may be wondering: - What are the steps to follow to develop a vaccine? - What is a clinical ...trial? - What needs to be assessed? All vaccines in Canada must follow a well-established process to ensure their safety, efficacy and quality. In order to be authorized, vaccines must go through a rigorous review process demonstrating that the benefits outweigh the risks. Get information on the vaccine development and approval process in Canada at: http://ow.ly/5rhg50CH6Zo ** Infographic: accessible version at the link

Did you know that when a patient consistently sees the same family doctor, nurse practitioner and team, it can lead to better health? In fact, there is evidence-based literature that shows increased continuity or care, reported by patients, is associated with decreased mortality. When Albertans have a continuous, trusting relationship with a family physician and team, providers gets to know their patient’s story and become their medical home throughout their life. The benefit...s of this strong relationship include: -Increased access to appropriate care when it is needed -Better health -Better quality of care -Improved care coordination -Improved sharing of information between care providers -Increased patient satisfaction See more

Since the start of COVID-19, Alberta has seen a continuing decrease in the number of new cancers being diagnosed. This change is similar across Canada and the world. Before the pandemic, approximately 2,000 Albertans were diagnosed with cancer each month. During the pandemic, there are approximately 20% fewer diagnoses no matter where people live or their age. This means approximately 500 people each month are not being diagnosed. Why wait to seek medical attention when you n...eed it? Detecting and managing cancer early saves lives. Despite the ongoing pandemic, your doctor wants to ensure you are taking care of your health, and wants to see you, especially if you notice changes in your health or changes in your body. We have added phone appointments to doctors schedules and put extra cleaning and distancing protocols in place to continue to keep you safe during your visit and the healthcare system has been and continues to be open to help, including to diagnose and manage cancer. Seeking advice and care from your doctor is important for all aspects of your health, particularly for potentially life-threatening diseases that can be avoided by early diagnosis such as cancer. If you have any unexplained, new, worsening or persistent changes, seek care from your family doctor. Symptoms are often caused by other, non-cancerous illnesses, but it is important to speak with doctor so they can investigate. SYMPTOMS There are symptoms you can look for, and if you experience any of them, book an appointment with your doctor immediately. Examples of these include: -An unusual or growing lump -Blood in your stool, urine, or phlegm, especially if persistent or associated with other symptoms related to your bowels (pain, constipation), urination (pain, frequency, poor stream), or breathing (worse cough or shortness of breath). Also, unusual bleeding from vagina, especially in postmenopausal women. -Any changes to a mole -Trouble urinating for men, such as needing to pee right away, more often, with difficulty or pain. -Unexplained significant weight loss (>10%) For a full list of symptoms go to: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/cancersymptoms If your doctor suspects cancer, they will refer you for testing, such as imaging or biopsy and possibly to a specialist to plan any necessary treatment. Diagnosis at earlier stages can offer more treatment options and increase your chance of completing treatments that prolong or improve quality of life.

With the authorization of a COVID-19 vaccine in Canada, Canadians may be wondering: - What are the steps to follow to develop a vaccine? - What is a clinical ...trial? - What needs to be assessed? All vaccines in Canada must follow a well-established process to ensure their safety, efficacy and quality. In order to be authorized, vaccines must go through a rigorous review process demonstrating that the benefits outweigh the risks. Get information on the vaccine development and approval process in Canada at: http://ow.ly/5rhg50CH6Zo ** Infographic: accessible version at the link

Albertans living with chronic disease and chronic pain have an opportunity to join a free, virtual program designed to help them take control of their health. Better Choices, Better Health is a six-week series of workshops led by trained volunteer leaders, many of whom live with a chronic health condition. This approach ensures an understanding of the challenges participants face and provides a supportive and welcoming environment. Topics include: Solving problems and se...tting goals Handling pain and fatigue Managing medication Dealing with difficult emotions Eating healthy and increasing activity Communicating with health-care providers Virtual workshops start January 2021 using the online platform Zoom, and are offered in the morning, afternoon and evening to accommodate a range of schedules. Please visit https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/services/bcbh.aspx for more information, and call 780-735-1080 to register as spots are limited. See more

Westgrove Clinic will be closed for Rememberance Day on Wednesday November 11th. Please visit our online booking page at: https://www.westgroveclinic.ca/theme/common/page.cfm?i=10844 to book an appointment with your family doctor.

Alberta Health Services is offering FREE online programming for parents and caregivers of children and youth. Visit www.cyfcaregivereducation.ca for more information and to register for any of these sessions.

Starting October 19th everyone 5 years and older can get a free flu shot at their local pharmacy, please call ahead to find out if appointments are required. Public health clinics will be for kids younger than 5 and the members of their household, as well as for people without an Alberta Health Care number. Appointments are required, and can be booked through the following website: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/influen/influenza.aspx

Asking for help is never easy and it can be hard to ask for help when you don't know what's out there. Here is a small list of the many free or sliding scale th...erapy options in the city that can help you when you're in need. #yeg #edmonton #mentalhealthmonth #mentalhealthawarnessmonth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalillness #yegmentalhealth #breakthestigma #therapy

Edmonton Zone is seeing a rapid rise in active COVID-19 cases. To stop the spread before it gets out of control, Edmonton and surrounding communities are stron...gly encouraged to follow new voluntary public health measures. Effective immediately: Keep family and social gatherings small - no more than 15 people Wear a mask in all indoor work settings, except when alone in a office or cubicle or there’s an appropriate barrier Limit cohorts to no more than three: core household, school, and one other cohort such as a sport or social group These new measures apply to all residents and visitors of Edmonton, Beaumont, Devon, Evansburg, Fort Saskatchewan, Gibbons, Leduc, Morinville, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, St. Albert, Stony Plain and Thorsby, among others. More information is available at alberta.ca/covidYEG

As Covid cases continue to rise in Alberta we all need to do our part to prevent infection. Stay home when you can. Wear a mask when you're in public. Keep a 6 foot distance from others.

Alberta Health Services is offering FREE online sessions to parents and caregivers of youth. To register, visit their website https://www.cyfcaregivereducation.ca/home

Covid is impacting our clinic. We currently have multiple staff, physicians and residents working from home. Please be patient during this time as we are working short-staffed in clinic. We do have some staff and physicians working from home. While they are working from home any calls they make will come from a blocked number. Please try to answer blocked numbers if you're expecting a call from Westgrove Clinic. If you're calling the clinic to speak with someone who is working from home, you may be asked to call back and dial their extension directly to connect to them over the phone, or we may ask to take a message and have someone call you back. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.