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Finding new ways to address delirium

“Imagine this,” posits Nadine. “You’re going about your normal, busy life. Type A, incredibly organized, mother of two, small business owner. ...

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Grey Nuns receives baby-friendly designation

Grey Nuns is the largest full-service hospital in Canada to receive the baby-friendly designation by the World Health Organization and Breastfeeding Committee for Canada.

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For Kim, trees represent strength, longevity and steadfastness to survive through whatever storms they may endure.

More than a bandage: breaking down barriers with Mental Health First Aid

How one employee found support and acceptance in the workplace

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Taking the pain out of dental work

Dental patients with complex needs are able to receive care and treatment thanks to a partnership program between the University of Alberta Hospital Dentistry Program and the Grey Nuns Community Hospital.

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The different textures and colours of the hand warmers can soothe anxiety and confusion in residents with dementia.

Knitted hand warmers comfort residents with dementia

Hanna has knitted and cross-stitched her whole life, and being on dialysis for the past 17 years hasn’t hindered her love ...

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