
Cancer care, tissue and organ donations to fall under Acute Care Alberta later this year
Cancer care, as well as organ and tissue donation and transplantation, will soon be overseen by Acute Care Alberta, the latest move in the Government of Alberta’s efforts to overhaul health care.
The government says the move will occur later this year and that the specialized focus “will ensure the best care in these key areas that are important for a high-functioning health care system.”
Officials say over half of all Albertans will have cancer at some point during their lifetime and the government is committed to ensuring the best quality of care for those diagnosed.
“Integrating cancer care and organ and tissue services under Acute Care Alberta helps ensure Albertans receive the high-quality, coordinated care they deserve – delivered when and where they need it most,” commented Minister of Health Adriana LaGrange.