Health News Headlines
Midwifery receives public funding
In April 2009, the Alberta government introduced public funding for midwifery services, eliminating the need for its coverage under ASEBP’s EHC plan. As a result, this benefit is no longer part of ASEBP’s EHC coverage.
If you have any questions about this change, please contact an ASEBP Benefit Specialist.
Salmonella Carrau Outbreak
As your source of reliable health information, ASEBP would like to draw to your attention to a recent Salmonella outbreak that has affected 8 provinces, including Alberta, with a confirmed 33 cases to date. For most people the risk of Salmonella is low. There are some distinct symptoms and preventative steps that can be taken to manage this condition. Click the link below to learn more about salmonella, including steps you can take to protect yourself from being affected by this outbreak.
More information from the Public Health Agency of Canada is available from the link below:
Alberta Government cuts chiropractic coverage
ASEBP is aware that the Government of Alberta has decided to remove coverage for chiropractic services from the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP). ASEBP recognizes the important role chiropractors play as part of your health care team and remains committed to supporting your overall health. As such, the chiropractic coverage available to ASEBP's covered members through the Extended Health Care benefit will remain in place, subject to existing plan maximums. If you have any further questions, please contact an ASEBP Benefit Specialist at 780-431-4786 within Edmonton, or toll-free at 1-877-431-4786. |
