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For many Albertans with chronic health conditions, managing their health has become a full time job. Short appointment times with your primary care provider restricted to discussing one or two concerns only is...
As Canada Day approaches, the team at Compass Health Services would like to take this opportunity to celebrate not only our nation’s rich heritage but also the health and wellness of our community....
Hearing that you need a CT scan, MRI, or ultrasound often raises more questions than answers. What exactly are they looking for? How long will I be waiting? Who books the appointment? What...
Running out of medication is rarely something people plan for. Maybe you noticed this morning that your blood pressure medication only has a few pills left. Perhaps you're leaving for a trip next...
With every appointment, every refill, every single effort you put into place to feel well and increase your health is an act of deep care for your body, your mind, and your future....
Long wait times have become an unfortunate case of "normal" in today’s healthcare system. For many Albertans, it can take weeks – or even months – to see a healthcare provider or specialist,...
Winter has arrived, and the holiday season is here. Everyone at Compass Health Services would like to extend our warmest wishes to you and your families. As Alberta’s trusted destination for premium nurse...
There often comes a point when you simply know something feels different. Maybe your once-predictable menstrual cycle has become more irregular. You're waking up several times a night for no clear reason. You...
Aging is a privilege – a journey to be embraced rather than feared. While it can bring changes that call for adjustments, it doesn’t have to mean slowing down or stepping away from...
Every September, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month reminds us of something too important to ignore: men’s health matters. For many men, conversations about prostate health are put off or avoided altogether for the sake...