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A list of places to shelter from extreme weather in Burnaby this winter. Everyone is welcome at all locations!
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Increasing social connectivity and wellness for newcomers in Burnaby: A community-engaged research story
Read about the social connectivity research project on the SFU CERi blog!
Senior Peer Support — Call for Participants
Calling all Burnaby seniors! Do you want to make changes in your life? Are you looking for skills, tools and resources to solve everyday problems? There are trained senior volunteers who can help you think of possible solutions to these issues and assist you in exploring your options.
DocTalks: Cross Cultural Views of Health Care with Dr. Ana Pesantez
In this webinar, Dr. Ana Pesantez discusses navigating health care systems in Canada and BC for newcomers.
Burnaby Seniors Health & Wellness Fair — Call for Watch Party Hosts
The Burnaby Seniors Health & Wellness Fair is a half-day virtual event for seniors providing activities and information on the different services and programs — both virtual and in-person — available to them in the City of Burnaby. Are you a community organization or a not-for-profit agency serving seniors who would like to participate? We are seeking presenters to provide information sessions geared towards seniors in the community or to lead low-barrier virtual activities.
PeerTalks: Life Stories: Human Side Of Addiction – May 25, 2021
“The opposite of addiction is connection” Listen and learn about the Burnaby Community Action Team from Peers. Hear stories and lived experiences that challenge stigma.
PeerTalks: Life Stories: Human Side of Addiction – May 10, 2021
“The opposite of addiction is connection” Listen and learn about the Burnaby Community Action Team from Peers. Hear stories and lived experiences that challenge stigma.
DocTalks: The COVID-10 Vaccine (Mandarin Language) with Dr. Billy Lin
Question answered in this video: Will the vaccine’s effectiveness go down when the 2nd dose is 4 months away? Can I have the second dose in another country (same brand)? Would you please wait for the second dose? The first dose of the list has a reminder to register online. If already taken 1st vaccination …
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DocTalks: A Conversation About AstraZeneca with Dr. Baldev Sanghera
Question answered in this video: Can we take first dose of one vaccine and second dose of another vaccine? Are there any other side effect of AZ other than blood clotting? If you have an autoimmune disease (such as endometriosis), do you have a higher risk of problems from the AZ vaccine? I was vaccinated …
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DocTalks: Seniors & The COVID 19 Vaccine with Dr. Jennifer Moore
Questions asked in this video: My father is 50 above and has a single kidney by birth. Should he get the vaccine? Should seniors with chronic health diseases get AstraZenca? How important is to get vaccine for Seniors? Which vaccine is best for elders or people with health concerns? Are both the shots necessary? I …
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PeerTalks: Life Stories: Human Side of Addiction – April 12, 2021
“The opposite of addiction is connection” Listen and learn about the Burnaby Community Action Team from Peers. Hear stories and lived experiences that challenge stigma.
DocTalks: Supporting Developmental Disability & navigating medical supports with Dr. Amy Hung & Pamela Balog (Posabilities)
Learn about navigating resources and medical supports for children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Empowering Patients: The Positive Potential of our Relationships
Empowering Patients is a series presented by the Burnaby Division of Family Practice. Presented by Dr. Davidicus Wong on February 25, 2021. Information sheetPresentation slides
DocTalks: Health Aging and Avoiding Frailty with Dr. Grace Park
We are living longer but we also want the quality of life as we enjoy our longer lives. Watch this video to know and understand how we can promote healthy aging and avoid health decline and frailty. Research shows having fun and enjoying our lives can lead to healthy aging. There are also a few …
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DocTalks: COVID-19 Vaccine (In Mandarin) by Dr. Billy Lin
Question answered in this video are: In English: In Mandarin:
DocTalks: COVID-19 Vaccine with Dr. Birinder Narang & Dr. Baldev Sanghera
Dr. Birinder Narang and Dr. Baldev Sanghera answer your questions about getting the COVID-19 vaccine in Burnaby.
Empowering Patients: The Keys to Positive Change
Empowering Patients is a series presented by the Burnaby Division of Family Practice. The Keys to Positive Change: Transforming our bad habits into healthy ones. Presented by Dr. Davidicus Wong on January 19, 2021. Information sheetPresentation slides
Empowering Patients: Emotional Wellness
Empowering Patients is a series presented by the Burnaby Division of Family Practice. Presented by Dr. Davidicus Wong on December 10, 2020. Information sheet Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Resources
DocTalks: Influenza 2020 in Mandarin with Dr. Billy Lin
Questions answered in this video: In English: In Mandarin:
DocTalks: Racism and Trauma
With Dr. Iram Yunus, Sangeeta Subramanian & Priyanka Patel Questions Answered in this video:
DocTalks: Families with children: Return to school edition in Mandarin with Dr. Billy Lin
Questions answered in this video are: In English: In Chinese:
DocTalks: Families with Children: Return to School Edition with Dr. Charlene Lui
Questions answered in this video are: The staff are not requested to keep social distance from the students within the same learning group. How is it safe for everyone? The staff are now requested to wear masks Hi, thank you for the nice discussion on the topic. I am wondering if children are developing immunity …
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MoneyTalks: For Service Providers
Questions answered in this video are: How the changes might affect somebody’s benefits? What kind of provisions do you have on languages? Are there any food barriers and how much one could get? Has the eligibility for EI benefits changed? What if someone is not eligible for interventions or work BC period? Are employers looking …
DocTalks: Homeless Populations & Social Determinants of Health with Dr. Birinder Narang
For Support Workers Questions below are answered in the video: How do homeless people practice hand hygiene during COVID? Are any health care workers offering masks/hand sanitizer to homeless/low-income people? What are the accessible (free/public) washrooms in Burnaby? What can I do to prepare myself for a second wave? How have we managed to avoid …
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MoneyTalks: Benefits for Seniors
Questions answered in this video are: Do we have to worry about losing our pension because of the big debt that the country is taking on right now? Who gets OAP automatically? Can they ever take back OAP that has been paid? Does social assistance negate my pension? Are any of these benefits affected by …
MoneyTalks: What People Need to Know in the Time of COVID-19
Questions covered in the video are: How to connect with a money navigator or financial coach in your community. Budgeting during an interruption in employment Financial goal setting Dealing with debt What to do if you have debts, impact on credit history, and what are some of the options when you have debts that have …
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DocTalks in Punjabi with Dr. Sumeet Kalia, Burnaby Family Physician
Questions answered in this video: In English: Is it safe to go to the hospital? Is it safe for me and my kids to go outside? To gather with family? Infection prevention strategies. How to get tested for Covid-19? How do I connect with a doctor in my community? How do I talk to my …
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DocTalks for Families with Young Children (During the Pandemic) with Dr. Charlene Lui
In this video Dr. Lui answers the following questions from the community: I have a new born at home and I’m worried about being out in public. Is my infant more at risk for getting the virus? And would they be at risk of getting severe symptoms if they did get the virus? Is it …
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