Crohn’s and Colitis: A Gutsy Journey

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Date:
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Time:
5pm PT | 8pm ET
Location:
Webinar

November marks the beginning of Crohn's and colitis awareness month. Did you know that Canada has one of the highest rates of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis in the world?

In Canada, as of 2021, 1 in 140 Canadians (~ 300,000 people) live with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. This number is only expected to increase to 1 in 100 (~403,000 people) by 2030. (Crohn’s and Colitis Canada, 2023)

This webinar’s focus is to understand the biological factors underlying Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as strategies to empower and improve the quality of life of people living with the disease. This includes treatment approaches and exploring recommendations related to these diseases.

Join Dr. Farhad Peerani, gastroenterologist, to learn about Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and ways to cope with chronic illness. Dr. Puneeta Tandon, transplant hepatologist, will discuss practical tips for living well with chronic disease, and Shafeen Rajani will share his journey with his ulcerative colitis diagnosis. This session will be moderated by Sadaf Hashimi, a member of the National Health Promotion team who is completing her diploma in Practical Nursing at Seneca College.

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Speakers:

Dr. Farhad Peerani

Farhad Peerani (MD) graduated from the University of British Columbia’s medical program and completed residencies in internal medicine and gastroenterology at the University of Alberta. He pursued a two-year clinical research Inflammatory Bowel Disease Fellowship at both the University of Alberta and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Alberta and devotes the majority of his time to treating patients with Crohn's and Colitis.

Dr. Puneeta Tandon

Dr. Puneeta Tandon (MD, FRCP(C), MSc(Epi) has been a Transplant Hepatologist and Faculty member at the University of Alberta since 2007. She is a certified yoga teacher, health coach and active researcher who is driven by the desire to empower people living with chronic conditions with practical tools for improving knowledge, physical and mental well-being.

Shafeen Rajani

Shafeen’s journey with Ulcerative Colitis began in  2003, after experiencing symptoms for two years. Shafeen has tried various pharmacological and surgical treatments for his Ulcerative Colitis, until he underwent final surgery in 2023, leading to a full reversal. Shafeen enjoys being active again through playing ball hockey, badminton and biking. He is a proud dad to two daughters and for the past nine years, has been volunteering as a Scouts leader with the 40th Edmonton Scouts.

Moderator:

Sadaf Hashimi

Sadaf serves as administrator of the Health Promotion team and is located in North East Toronto. She is currently working towards her second diploma, this time in Practical Nursing at Seneca College. Her first diploma is in Early Childhood Education. Sadaf is also employed as a support worker at COSTI Immigrant Services, where she assists immigrants in their settlement and integration process.

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Your Health Is More Than Physical

Start Date:
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Start Time:
2:00 PM ET
Location:
Webinar

Did you know that our physical health, mental wellbeing, and community connections are all related? While it’s natural to have our ups and downs, understanding these facets of life and our health can help us learn to achieve overall balance.

Join us for the webinar, Your Health is More Than Physical, to learn: how physical health, mental wellbeing, and community connection are related; signs that one aspect may be out of alignment; and ways to care for ourselves, our loved ones, and our communities.

Representatives from the Future Ready Initiative and the Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division, will come together to discuss understanding your whole health – physical, mental, and community wellbeing.

Attendees will learn about whole health, building life skills, and accessing resources to support yourself and those around you.

Early Warning Signals Webinar

Date:
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Time:
8:00am PT | 11:00am ET
Location:
Webinar

Join us for an educational and interactive webinar focusing on recognizing key changes in both a loved one and the caregiver, that serve as indicators to consider maximizing supports or transitioning to a facility with increased assistance.

Zoom link

Zoom Meeting ID: 416 416 1000

Password: 110

Addictions: Recognizing Substance Abuse and its Effects

Date:
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Time:
5pm PT | 8pm ET
Location:
Webinar

In Canada, 21% of the population will suffer from addiction in their lifetime. This webinar outlines substance abuse, recognition of the issue, and how addiction hurts the substance user and everyone in the family. 

Take part in this interactive webinar on Tuesday, July 28 at 5pm PT | 6pm MT | 8pm ET. 

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Coronavirus and Influenza: Protecting Yourself and Others From Infection

The Council for Canada would like to share an update on the Novel Coronavirus outbreak that originated in China.

To date, there have been 4 confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus in Canada, all of which are contained within a healthcare environment. There is no evidence of the virus spreading within the wider Canadian population, and the risk to the Jamat in Canada remains low.

Experts believe that Novel Coronavirus spreads through droplets that are coughed or sneezed from the lungs. In order to catch it, you would need to be in close proximity for a prolonged period of time with someone who is infected.

Clinical signs and symptoms of the virus include fever, shortness of breath, dry cough, and possible difficulty in breathing. These symptoms are common to several respiratory diseases. If you or your family experience these symptoms, seek medical attention from your family doctor.

To reduce your risk from all infectious diseases:

  • Clean your hands frequently with soap and water, or with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer;
  • Cough and sneeze into your elbow instead of your hand; and
  • If you are sick, stay home until your symptoms are gone.

At this time, the seasonal flu poses a greater risk to the health of the Jamat than the Novel Coronavirus. As such, getting the flu vaccine is highly encouraged.

We are monitoring the situation carefully in collaboration with public health authorities and will advise the Jamat of any further developments.

For further information, please consult credible sources such as the Public Health Agency of Canada and York Region Public Health.

For updated information on the latest travel advisories visit Government of Canada Travel Advisories.

AKU Stem Cell Symposium in Lisbon Available on Livestream

Start Date:
Thursday, June 13, 2019
Start Time:
Others
Location:
Lisbon

Note: The proceedings of the Symposium can be viewed via livestream

The Aga Khan University (AKU), in collaboration with Nova University of Lisbon, has organized an international Symposium on Stem Cell Science, Regenerative Medicine, Ethics and Society to be held in Lisbon on Thursday, June 13, 2019.

The Symposium will bring together world renowned experts from the diverse fields of stem cell science, ethics and law from Cambridge University, the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and the University of Alberta, among others who will share their knowledge on contemporary and future advances in science as well as highlight the ethical questions that are arising from the application of these discoveries.

The field of stem cells and regenerative medicine is evolving rapidly, yielding opportunities in the fields of health, education and business and therefore this Symposium will be of great interest to members of the Jamat from all walks of life, including health, education, economics, legal, academia and students.

See the conference website for further details of the event and a complete list of speakers, chairs and moderators.

Registration is free but seats are limited.

Parental and Mental Health Series - Part 2: Parenting Styles

The art of raising children is often a unique process that varies by individuals, cultures and generational history. Parenting styles refers to the way in which we interact with the children we are raising, how we show affection, set rules, enforce consequences and how emotionally attached we are to them.

According to research, different parenting styles lead to different outcomes for children. It’s important to reflect on how parents can impact their children, while having compassion for parents who are often doing the best they can with limited resources. As we approach Mental Health Week, we will reflect further on this year’s theme of compassion. Keep this in mind as you reflect on parenting styles – whether for yourself or for others – and stay empathetic to the challenging situations that parents are often facing.

The four main types of parenting styles and their impact are:

Authoritarian

  • This style involves strict rule setting
  • Have a lower tolerance for misbehaviour and offers little explanation when setting a punishment
  • Parents struggle to trust children and struggle to believe that children can make good choices

Potential Impact: Studies show that children who grow up with authoritarian parents were more likely to develop anxiety, depression, anger problems and struggled keeping relationships as adults. The children may also have lower self-esteem and be fearful around others.

Permissive

  • A less structured parenting style, with little adherence to rule and boundary setting
  • Are very loving and affectionate towards their children
  • Day-to-day things are rarely structured
  • Parent appears more of a friend to the child rather than an authority figure

Potential Impact: A child with a permissive parent may grow up struggling with self-control and self-regulation as a result of the lack of structure. They may struggle with authority figures as they grow up, such as with teachers or bosses.

Uninvolved

  • This style meets the child’s basic needs only, such as the need for food and shelter
  • Are not emotionally involved or invested in their child or their needs
  • Also called neglectful parenting

Potential Impact: Children are at an increased risk of low self-esteem, substance use issues and may rebel more often.

Authoritative

  • Rules and structure are enforced with communication and explanation to the child
  • Children’s emotions are considered and made space for
  • Discipline is more positive and uses praise and reward systems

Potential Impact: Children are more likely to grow up feeling confident, well connected to their parents, have higher self-esteem and can express their emotions.

You can learn more about ways to support your own health to encourage healthy parenting at Healthy Parents Healthy Children.

If you are a parent and are struggling with your mental health in any way, you can:

  • Reach out to a healthcare provider (e.g. family doctor, nurse practitioner)
  • Reach out to the Health Navigation Service which can help you navigate the healthcare system and facilitate access to psychotherapy services for members of the Jamat who may be struggling with mental health concerns. Psychotherapy refers to a variety of treatments that aim to help a person identity and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. Most psychotherapy takes place one-on-one with a licensed mental health professional or with other patients in a group setting. Subsidies to cover fees may be available for those who are eligible. To learn more about application eligibility and criteria, please contact ACCESS
  • Call 9-8-8 if you are dealing with suicidal thoughts and/or a crisis.

9-8-8 Hotline Launches Across Canada

A new suicide crisis hotline is now live across Canada.

The 9-8-8 hotline provides access to free 24/7 suicide prevention services via call or text. The national helpline is for for anyone across Canada who is thinking about suicide, or who is worried about someone they know. Call or text 9-8-8 toll-free, anytime for support in English and French. 9-8-8 responders are here to listen and provide help without judgement.

Suicide continues to be a concern across Canada. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, reach out to 9-8-8.

Remember that you are not alone in dealing with your struggle. We are here as one Jamat to support each other. If you are looking for support, ideas, or just want to chat, you can always reach out to your Jamati Mukhi Kamdia Sahebs and Mukhiani Kamadiani Sahebas. You can also call the ACCESS line for help in finding resources for non-crisis situations.

Some people worry that asking someone about suicide might make them start thinking about it. However, this is a myth. If someone is not already thinking about suicide, talking about it does not make them start considering it. If you suspect someone in your life is considering suicide, you should talk to them about how they’re feeling lately and gently ask them if they are thinking about suicide. Learn more suicide prevention myths and facts.

You can also read more about this new service through articles from CAMH and CBC.

Farsi Translation:

 

شدخط تیلفون 8-8-9 در سراسر کانادا راه اندازی شد

13 دسمبر 2023 I کانادا

خط تیلفون جدید بحران خودکشی اکنون در سراسر کانادا فعال است.

دسترس میباشد. این خط ملی برای هر کسی که به فکر خودکشی است ویا نگران کسی است که او را میشناسد، میباشد. شما میتوانید با تماس گرفتن ویا فرستادن پیام به 8-8-9 هرزمان به انگلیسی و فرانسوی بطور رایگان تماس بگیرید. پاسخ دهندگان 8-8-9- در بدون قضاوت به حرف های شما گوش خواهد داد و برای شما کمک خواهد نمود.

خودکشی یک نگرانی عمده در سراسر کانادا میباشد. اگر خود شما و یا شخصی دیگری را میشناسید که دچار بحران سلامت روان شده است، با شماره 8-8-9 تماس بگیرید.

به یاد دشته باشید که شما در مقابله با مشکلات خود تنها نیستید. ما به عنوان یک جماعت در اینجا با شما هستیم که یکدیگر را کمک کنیم. اگر شما بدنبال حمایت کننده ایده آل هستید، ویا میخواهید با گذاشتن پیام ارتباط بگیرید، همیشه با موکی و کامیریا صاحبان جماعتی تماس بگیرید. شما همچنان به خط ACCESS تماس گرفته و کمک دریافت نماید و منابع را برای حالات غیر بحرانی دریافت نماید.

برخی از مردم نگران هستند که پرسیدن در مورد خودکشی از کسی باعث شود که آنها نیز در این مورد فکر کنند. به هر حال این یک افسانه است. کسی که از قبل به خودکشی فکر نکرده باشد، صحبت کردن در مورد آن باعث نمیشود که در این مورد فکر نماید. اگر شما در زندگی خود به کسی مشکوک هستید که قصد خودکشی دارد، باید شما با او در مورد احساس اخیرش صحبت نماید و به آرامی از وی بپرسید که آیا به خود کشی فکر میکند یا خیر. در مورد حقایق و داستان های پیشگیری از خودکشی بیشتر بیاموزید.

شما در مورد خدمات جدید با مطالعه مقالات از طریق CAMH و CBC اطلاعات بیشتری کسب نماید.

Mental Health First Aid Training Course May 19 2024

Course Description

Participants will learn how to recognize signs that a person may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis and encourage that person to: 

  • Talk about declines in their mental well-being 

  • Discuss professional and other supports that could help with recovery to improved mental well-being 

  • Reach out to these support 

  • Assist in a mental health or substance use crisis 

  • Use MHFA actions to maintain one’s own mental well-being 

Date of Virtual Session: Sunday, May 19th, 2024 ( Deadline to register is May 5 2024 by 11:59 PST)

Time: 10:30AM-5:30PM ET | 8:30AM-3:30PM MT | 7:30AM-2:30PM PT

Venue: Zoom link will be provided prior to the virtual session. Please email mhfacourse@iicanada.net with any questions you may have. 

Topics 

Module 1: Self-Directed 

  • Introduction to the course 

  • Introduction to MHFA actions 

Module 2: Virtual Classroom 

  • Practice applying MHFA actions to situations of declining mental well-being 

  • Guidelines for MHFA conversations with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds

Module 3: Virtual Classroom 

  • Discussion on using MHFA actions for self-care 

  • Practice using MHFA actions in crisis situations 

Method of Instruction 

This 9-hour course, opens with a self-directed module (Module 1) that focuses on the information and strategies that participants will discuss and practice throughout the virtual classroom modules (Modules 2 and 3). Course participants are required to complete Module 1 before participating in Module 2 and 3. Upon registration, participants will receive the “MHFA Participant Reference Guide” that outlines MHFA actions for developing mental health and substance use problems, and mental health and substance use crises. 

Course Fee

The fee for the course has been secured at $85. Subsidies are available. Please note that payment via credit card must be made to reserve your spot for the course.

Cancellation Policy

Refunds are permitted if the registration is cancelled 2 weeks prior to the course date. Unfortunately, after this time, refunds will not be permitted. Furthermore, no refunds will be permitted after you recieve the MHCC eBook.

IMPORTANT

The MHFA session  will be conducted virtually. Participants will be required to complete a 2-hour self-study section prior to attending their virtual session. The instructor will email participants details for module one, and proof of completion must be sent to the course instructor at least 10 days before the virtual module. As per rules enforced by the Mental Health Commission for Canada, completion of the self-study AND virtual session is required to obtain the certificate. 

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Mental Health First Aid Training Course May 26 2024

Course Description

Participants will learn how to recognize signs that a person may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis and encourage that person to: 

  • Talk about declines in their mental well-being 

  • Discuss professional and other supports that could help with recovery to improved mental well-being 

  • Reach out to these support 

  • Assist in a mental health or substance use crisis 

  • Use MHFA actions to maintain one’s own mental well-being 

Date of Virtual Session: Sunday, May 26th, 2024 ( Deadline to register is May 12 2024 by 11:59 PST)

Time: 10:00AM-5:00PM ET | 8:00AM-3:00PM MT | 7:00AM-2:00PM PT

Venue: Zoom link will be provided prior to the virtual session. Please email mhfacourse@iicanada.net with any questions you may have. 

Topics 

Module 1: Self-Directed 

  • Introduction to the course 

  • Introduction to MHFA actions 

Module 2: Virtual Classroom 

  • Practice applying MHFA actions to situations of declining mental well-being 

  • Guidelines for MHFA conversations with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds

Module 3: Virtual Classroom 

  • Discussion on using MHFA actions for self-care 

  • Practice using MHFA actions in crisis situations 

Method of Instruction 

This 9-hour course, opens with a self-directed module (Module 1) that focuses on the information and strategies that participants will discuss and practice throughout the virtual classroom modules (Modules 2 and 3). Course participants are required to complete Module 1 before participating in Module 2 and 3. Upon registration, participants will receive the “MHFA Participant Reference Guide” that outlines MHFA actions for developing mental health and substance use problems, and mental health and substance use crises. 

Course Fee

The fee for the course has been secured at $85. Subsidies are available. Please note that payment via credit card must be made to reserve your spot for the course.

Cancellation Policy

Refunds are permitted if the registration is cancelled 2 weeks prior to the course date. Unfortunately, after this time, refunds will not be permitted. Furthermore, no refunds will be permitted after you recieve the MHCC eBook.

IMPORTANT

The MHFA session  will be conducted virtually. Participants will be required to complete a 2-hour self-study section prior to attending their virtual session. The instructor will email participants details for module one, and proof of completion must be sent to the course instructor at least 10 days before the virtual module. As per rules enforced by the Mental Health Commission for Canada, completion of the self-study AND virtual session is required to obtain the certificate. 

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National Immunization Awareness Week

This week, we’re highlighting the importance of immunizations in protecting the health of ourselves, families, and communities. Immunizations are one of the most significant public health advances of the 20th century, are safe and effective, and Canada has one of the most robust vaccine safety systems in the world. Vaccine recommendations are regularly updated as new evidence and findings come forward, and as new vaccines are developed. Sometimes, this can make it hard to know what vaccines you may need and be eligible for.

CANImmunize is an online tool that you can use to store your vaccination records and find out which vaccines you may need. You may not know you need to be caught up on certain vaccines, or that you are eligible for other vaccines as you move through life stages or experience certain health conditions. For Jamati members new to Canada, it is recommended that your immunization history be reviewed by a health care provider (such as your family doctor, nurse, or pharmacist) as you may need additional vaccines.

The Jamat is also asked to take proper precautions when traveling to parts of the world where ongoing measles outbreaks are occurring. This includes Pakistan, India and some other middle and central Asian countries. Recent cases of measles in Canada have included individuals returning from these countries who were not vaccinated against measles. If you are planning a trip, see a primary care provider to review your immunization history and receive at least one dose of measles vaccine prior to travel. The vaccine is safe and more than 90% effective. It is extremely important for children under the age of 5 to be vaccinated prior to travel as measles can lead to severe illness in this age group, including death. Find out more information about measles.

عنوان: "واکسین شوید تا آینده شما محافظت گردد".زیرعنوان: این هفته، هفته آگاهی ملی واکسیناسیون و هفته واکسیناسیون جهانی استدیجیتال الاخبار: 26 اپریل 2024 (الی 19 اپریل ارسال گردد)محتوا:این هفته، ما اهمیت واکسیناسیون را در حفظ سلامت شما، خانواده‌ها، و جوامع مان برجسته می‌کنیم. واکسیناسیون یکی از مهم‌ترین پیشرفت‌های عمده صحی قرن بیستم است، “که مفید و موثر مبیاشد” ، و کانادا یکی از قوی‌ترین سیستم‌های ایمنی واکسین در جهان را دارا میباشد. توصیه‌های واکسین به‌طور منظم به‌روزرسانی می‌شوند، زیرا شواهد و یافته‌های جدید ارائه می‌شود و واکسین‌های جدید انکشاف می‌یابند. گاهی اوقات، این موضوع می‌تواند دانستن اینکه چه واکسین‌هایی ممکن است نیاز داشته باشید و واجد شرایط باشید را دشوار میکند. CANImmunize ابزاری آنلاین است که می‌توانید در آن سوابق واکسیناسیون خود را حفظ نماید و برای پیدا کردن اینکه چه واکسن‌هایی ممکن است نیاز داشته باشید، قابل استفاده است. شما ممکن است درمورد آنچه که نیاز به بروز رسانی برخی واکسین‌ها دارید را ندانید، یا اینکه با پیشرفت در مراحل زندگی یا تجربه شرایط صحی خاصی، واجد شرایط دریافت واکسین‌های دیگری هستید. برای اعضای جماعتی که تازه به کانادا آمده‌اند، توصیه می‌شود که تاریخچه واکسیناسیون شما توسط یک ارائه‌دهنده خدمات صحی (مانند داکتر خانواده گی، پرستار یا داروساز) بررسی شود، زیرا ممکن است نیاز به واکسن‌های اضافی داشته باشید.همچنین از جماعت خواسته می‌شود که هنگام سفر به مناطقی از جهان که اپیدمی سرخکان ادامه دارد، اقدامات احتیاطی مناسب را انجام دهند. به شمول پاکستان، هند و برخی ازکشورهای آسیای مرکزی و غربی. موارد اخیر سرخکان در کانادا شامل افرادی است که از آن کشورها برگشته‌اند و واکسین ضد سرخگان نشده بودند. اگر برنامه سفر دارید، به یک ارائه‌دهنده خدمات اولیه صحی مراجعه کنید تا تاریخچه واکسیناسیون شما را مرور کرده و حداقل یک دوز واکسین سرخکان را قبل از سفر دریافت کنید. این واکسین مطمئین و بیش از 90 درصد موثر است. برای کودکان زیر 5 سال، واکسیناسیون قبل از سفر بسیار مهم است، زیرا سرخکان می‌تواند منجر به بیماری شدید در این گروه سنی شود، حتی باعث مرگ شده میتواند. برای اطلاعات بیشتر در مورد سرخکان از سایت ذیل مراجعه نماید 

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AKHBC FSM: Edmonton (May 2024)

AKHBC-Edmonton Full Session Meeting

Deadline for registration: May 10, 2024

Thank you for registering for the Aga Khan Health Board Canada FSM to be held in Edmonton.The registration fee includes all meals and refreshments on Saturday and Sunday, tour of the Aga Khan Gardens. 

  • Date: May 24-26, 2024
  • Location: Edmonton
  • Cost: $150.00

Please complete the registration form below and make a payment online.

Accomodation

Hotel Accommodation has been arranged at a discounted rate of $144.00 CAD plus taxes per night at:

TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT – Edmonton South

1115 – 103A Street SW | Edmonton, AB T6W 2P6

P: 780.964.5190

Should you need help with reservations, please email amynah.daredia@iicanada.net or call her at 780-757-8360.

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Heart Disease & Stroke: Prevention and Awareness

Learn about the early signs, treatment, and prevention of heart disease and stroke, including resources on how to take steps to prevent these conditions and prevent chronic diseases. Learn how to live a more active lifestyle through healthy habits and how to navigate health services.

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Heart Disease/Stroke: Prevention and Awareness

Start Date:
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Start Time:
After Jamati Ceremonies
Location:
Headquarters Jamatkhana

Join us for a session on heart disease and stroke awareness and prevention on Saturday, May 4 at Headquarters Jamatkhana after Jamati ceremonies.

The session will:

1. Inform Jamat about cardiovascular diseases, prevention, early signs, treatment, resources
2. Engage Jamati members in prevention specifically
3. Incorporate five to thrive healthy habits
4. Promote health and resource support navigation
 
Please register for this event.