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Grey Nuns staff celebrate patient’s miracle baby

Ian David is considered a miracle baby by some.He was born healthy on April 26 even though his mother, Julieta Foronda—who ...

May 16, 2018

Support group helps healthcare staff thrive

Health care is a rewarding and demanding field. Similar to many occupations, healthcare staff can be at risk for work-related stress, ...

May 14, 2018

Five tips to become a better listener

Did you hear what was said? Instead of asking whether we heard a person, we should be checking to see whether ...

May 9, 2018

Be emergency ready

Tips and resources to be prepared for an emergency

May 7, 2018

Councils make a difference for those in care

Toolkit makes it easier for resident and family councils to improve quality of life

May 2, 2018

New parents, Michele Hedberg and Derek Hannah, meet with Family Mentor volunteer Amber Petch (right).

Peer support for NICU parents

Parents who've had a baby in NICU help families in Grey Nuns Community Hospital program

April 30, 2018

Keeping moms and newborns together

Rooming-in approach helps infants going through opioid withdrawal

April 25, 2018

Going green

Valerie Tanasiuk is leading a recycling program at St. Joseph's General Hospital in Vegreville

April 23, 2018

Volunteering where you live

Residents are helping their communities

April 18, 2018

Piano player hears how he lifts spirits

Born blind, Juston Whaling has been playing by ear for more than four decades

April 16, 2018