Under-reporting of compensable mesothelioma in Alberta.

Background: When combined with a history of occupational asbestos exposure, mesothelioma is often presumed work-related. In Canada, workers diagnosed with mesothelioma caused by occupational asbestos exposure are often eligible for compensation under provincial workers' compensation boards. Although occupational asbestos exposure causes the majority of mesothelioma, Canadian research suggests less than half of workers actually apply for compensation.

Effect of home care service levels on health outcomes in hip fracture patients in Alberta.

As the population ages, and there is more pressure on acute and long-term care services, governments will continue to search for ways to save healthcare dollars. Home care has been touted as an alternative to long-term care; however, not enough is known about quality of care and patient outcomes.

Mortality and morbidity associated with osteoporosis drug treatment following hip fracture.

This study examined post-fracture osteoporosis drug treatment in hip fracture patients and the association of treatment with mortality and morbidity. Pre- and post-fracture demographic/health information was collected on a cohort of hip fracture patients aged 65+ years. Post-fracture administrative data on prescription drug use and health care utilization was linked to the cohort data.