Acute upper respiratory infections (AURI) are extremely common—not only in Grande Prairie, but throughout Alberta. Seasonal changes, cold winters, dry air, and fluctuating temperatures all contribute to infections that affect the sinuses, ears, and throat. While first...
According to the Community Health Profile for Grand Prairie that was released in 2013, acute upper respiratory infections (AURI) are the leading causes of hospitalization in the area. This means that this group of diseases affect many Canadians each year. This is why...
Many residents don’t realize that Grande Prairie is affected by several serious health conditions that don’t always receive the same public attention as heart attacks or infectious diseases. Because these illnesses often progress quietly, people may underestimate the...
Many people assume that first aid training in Grande Prairie only matters during serious accidents or life-threatening emergencies. In reality, first aid education also plays an important role in supporting healthcare professionals and helping municipalities manage...
An avulsion injury is a serious injury that occurs when a soft tissue is forcibly torn away, either partially or completely. The organ commonly affected by this kind of injury is the skin. Medically speaking, an avulsion injury usually refers to surface trauma where...
