Crowfoot Village Family Practice

05/29/2026

Spring means flower buds and blooming trees - and if you're one of the millions of people who have seasonal allergies, it also means sneezing, congestion, a runny nose and other bothersome symptoms. Our CVFP Team recommends you try these simple strategies to keep seasonal allergies under control:
1. Reduce your exposure to allergy triggers - for example, keep windows closed during high-pollen days
2. Take extra steps when pollen counts are high - usually during hot or windy spells
3. Keep indoor air clean - use HEPA air filters and shower after being outdoors
4. Wear sunglasses and consider a mask during high pollen days
5. Try an over-the-counter remedy
6. Rinse your sinuses

If these strategies don’t bring you relief, connect with your CVFP health provider for support.

05/25/2026

"We have to stop doing things the same way expecting different results," says Dr. Braden Manns. Dr. Manns is the Svare Professor in Health Economics at the University of Calgary, Faculty of Medicine, with expertise in Applied Health Economics.

One in 5 adults in Canada don't have a regular health care provider, usually a family doctor. Overcrowded hospital ERs are just one significant consequence of this. It's time for a bold approach. Two years ago, CVFP launched a pilot program where patients see RNs and other healthcare professionals more often than family doctors to ensure the right care at the right time. We are proud of our work as innovators in primary care. We hope our team-based care approach continues to be studied and talked about, and that real change follows. Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network University of Calgary's Cu***ng School of Medicine O'Brien Institute for Public Health

You need a team! Teams of clinicians – not just family docs – are the future of primary care. Why don't most Canadians have one? Check out this new report on how doctors’ roles need to evolve, as does the way we pay them. https://lnkd.in/gB3a8jYa | 11 comments on LinkedIn

05/19/2026

According to the Alberta College of Family Physicians, family doctors are the foundation of an ever-changing and overburdened health system, providing 70 percent of health care in Alberta. It’s more important than ever to show our support for family doctors and to recognize their impact on patients, families and communities across our province.

05/14/2026

As the May long weekend and summer days approach, our CVFP Health Team is focussed on highlighting the importance of sun protection and early skin cancer detection.

With skin cancer rates continuing to rise, and limited access to dermatologists due to long wait times and provider shortages, it’s more important than ever to take preventive action. Practicing sun safety - especially during the summer months when UV exposure is at its peak - is essential in reducing the risk of skin cancer. Visit https://dermatology.ca/public-patients/sun-protection/sun-safety-every-day/ for sun safety tips.

05/12/2026

CVFP RNs work to their full scope and have an important role in delivering care, driving innovation and advocating for patient- and family-partnered care.

This , we hope you will join us in celebrating our nurses for the skill, compassion and dedication they bring to their work. And for the lasting impact they make on the lives of patients, families and CVFP team members.

05/07/2026

Keeping your blood pressure in a healthy range decreases your risk of heart attack, stroke, dementia, erectile dysfunction + many other things. Hypertension (high blood pressure) can be controlled with a combination of healthy lifestyle management strategies and medication (as recommended by your doctor).

To learn more about hypertension lifestyle management and prevention, visit Hypertension Canada https://hypertension.ca/how-do-i-maintain-healthy-bp/

05/04/2026

, Star Wars Day and the launch of the Canadian Mental Health Association in Canada, is a great reminder that for those navigating mental health there is strength in the force. If you need support, reach out and stay connected to your CVFP health provider, a loved one, a co-worker, a friend or call 1-877-303-2642 for 24/7 help in Alberta.

04/28/2026

In Q1 of this year, our Health Team released two FAQs on timely topics of interest to patients including using AI for health information and the role of physician assistants at CVFP. Here are snapshots of these FAQs…

➡️Using AI for Health Information: What to Know
When you’re feeling unwell, Googling your symptoms may seem like the fastest way to get answers. But trusting AI-generated advice – from Google AI Overview or chatbots – can put you at risk.

➡️Meet our Health Team: Physician Assistants
At CVFP, physician assistants (PAs) work alongside their supervising health team doctor and are often thought of as an extension of the doctor. Studies show that by integrating PAs into primary care, clinics can improve wait times, efficiency and workflow, as well as increase patient satisfaction.

To learn more, you can view or download these one-page FAQs at ➡️cvfp.com, FAQ page ⬅️(scroll to the bottom of the page).

04/22/2026

CVFP is your health home. But it’s not a place. It’s teams who are compassionate and caring. CVFP admin teams are the foundation of our health home - crucial for maintaining operational efficiency, ensuring patient safety and allowing providers to focus on care. We are grateful for their valuable contributions and dedication this and every day!

04/21/2026

Looking for answers to food and nutrition-related questions? The Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network 'Ask a Dietitian' workshops cover the fundamentals of cholesterol, diabetes and achieving your best weight through healthy behaviours. These group workshops are free and offered both online and in-person; check them out ➡️ https://cfpcn.ca/workshops/ask-a-dietitian/ Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network

04/16/2026

By getting your child immunized, you’re helping them to build their own natural protection (immunity) against diseases before they’re exposed to them. Immunizations are effective and benefit your child’s health throughout their lives. Other than having safe drinking water, studies show that no other health intervention works as well as immunization to reduce disease and death rates.

To learn more about the routine immunization schedule for your child, talk to your CVFP health provider and visit https://www.alberta.ca/immunization-routine-schedule