AHS Press Release – Primary Care Alberta (PCA) has launched the New Parent and Newborn Line – a service that refers Health Link 811 callers in North, South and Central zones to registered nurses specializing in postpartum care.
“Parents often have questions related to care for their newborn. The New Parent and Newborn Line provides expert postpartum information free of charge, to all parents in North, South and Central zones who have a baby under two months of age,” says Patricia Chambers, Executive Lead of Patient Navigation and System Integration with PCA.
Nurses are available 24/7 to offer support, information and referrals to new parents and caregivers for the first two months after their baby’s birth. Albertans can reach the New Parent and Newborn line by calling 1-833-805-BABY (2229).
“This is the newest line to be added to the vast suite of virtual health services offered by Primary Care Alberta through Health Link 811,” says PCA CEO Kimberley Simmonds.
“Offering virtual health services empowers Albertans to seek out their own appropriate care options without having to go to the emergency department or their primary care provider, ensuring Albertans continue to receive the right care at the right place at the right time.”
Author: Landin Chambers
Landin Chambers is a news reporter for Hometown Media Stettler. He has a background in broadcast news, with previous roles in Prince George, Red Deer and Calgary. You may also see him as a cameraman for the Stettler Wildcats and Stettler Imperials. Have a story idea? Email: lchambers@htproductionsmedia.ca
