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Short-term Humanitarian Trips: Volunteerism vs. ‘Voluntourism’
Short-term volunteer trips are increasingly popular, but do they provide a significant benefit to the host communities? Read more -
Community Health in Hamilton: A Panel Discussion
This interactive discussion aims to provide students with insight into the diversity within Hamilton and the ways in which socioeconomic status affects access to healthcare. Read more -
Improving Care for People with Multiple Chronic Health Conditions
Mike Wilson and Michael Hillmer explore the research on the growing prevalence of multimorbidity in Canada. Read more -
Effective Care: Tips on Communicating with Patients to Enhance Care
Dr. Samir Sinha shared his expertise on the importance of effective communication between patients and providers in order to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. Read more -
The Emergence and Effectiveness of Global Health Networks - A Public Talk on Global Health Politics
Jeremy Shiffman will share recent research on how global health networks can make an impact on mortality rates. Read more -
Planning Ahead: Improving End-of-life Communication, Decision-making and Care in Ontario
An interactive panel discussion including speakers from various roles related to planning for and providing end-of-life care. Read more -
Talk Now or Forever Hold Your Peace: The Importance of Communication at the End-of-life
Dr. Daren Heyland defines advanced care planning and why it is relevant for us to think about our wishes regarding care during the final weeks, months or years of our lives. Read more -
Flash-Forward: Envisioning the future of aging
This innovative workshop encourages students to re-imagine the future of aging, and gain a positive understanding of aging, through storytelling and conveying these stories through video and other mul… Read more -
Solving Big Problems of Aging With Affordable Technologies
Geoff Fernie talked about the development of innovative and affordable solutions that can help Canadians remain in their homes as they age. Read more
