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Other References

Statistics Canada /Rural and Small Town Bulletin
Rural and Remote Health Journal
PHAC: Immunization Schedules: 2006 guidelines
Alberta Rural Physician Action Plan
Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses
RNAO Best Practice Guidelines
Fetal Health Surveillance Guideline.
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