Low cost saliva test improves heart-failure screening A new point-of-care electrochemical biosensor prototype resembling a COVID flow test can measure a small saliva sample for two heart failure biomarkers. Easy to use at home with accurate results in as little as 15 minutes, the deviceis

New study by the Institute for Work & Health and Occupational Cancer Research Centre also identifies occupations with the highest risks of opioid-related poisonings and other harms. People who have previously experienced a work-related injury are more likely to experience opioid poisonings and other opioid-related harms than the general population. That’s according to

Aging, allyship and activism through art Dr. Julie Henderson’s background as a professional actor and occupational therapist provides her with a unique perspective for redressing ageism through occupation in live theatre, performance and collaborative art-making. Henderson investigates how occupation can be used to promote activism that will counter ageism and foster a

Operator Syndrome By Chris Frueh, P.h.D. Dr. Frueh guides us through the harrowing terrain of Operator Syndrome, providing a roadmap to understand its multifaceted origins and complex effects on every biological system in the body–as well as the social systems of family, work, and the indifferent society that Military veterans return to. Ballast Books For […]

Meet Ally: an AI assistant for digital accessibility Integrated into the control centre dashboard Ally is your personal expert for achieving digital accessibility. The software lets you scan your entire system for WCAG compliance and get a comprehensive overview with detailed reports and real-time improvement suggestions, all while ensuring your data stays

Thumbs UP…to Selkirk Provincial Park for adding an adult-sized water wheelchair to its beachfront offerings. We’ve also heard that Julie Sawchuck donated her Mobi-chair to the town of Goderich. Hats off to plenty of other municipalities who have or are fundraising to make these chairs available too. Source: Facebook Thumbs DOWN…to the Gov’t of Ontario […]

For healthcare providers, engaging in professional development (PD) is an important part of learning and keeping with up-to-date information on approaches, research, and new findings. Canadian occupational therapists (OTs) have a responsibility to “engage in ongoing learning and professional development,” according to the Association of Canadian Occupational Therapy

Against Malaria Foundation Canada (AMFC) Malaria kills 400,000 people and infects more than 200 million each year. Founded in 2006, AMFC buys long-lasting 99% effective mosquito nets that prevent the spread of malaria for up to four years. (even if torn). Around 90% of deaths occur in sub-Saharan Africa and 70% of deaths are children […]

Statistics Canada reports that up to 24% of Canadians over the age of 65 feel isolated. In her new book, The Joy of Connections, the iconic Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer presents a variety of practical and creative strategies designed to remedy the condition. Overall, her book represents a personal mission to help individuals break free […]

Tackling overlapping crises in mental health and overdose deaths While governments across the country are taking steps to increase access to Mental Health and Substance Use Health services (MHSUH)—including a recent federal government announcement of $500 million to support community-based youth mental health organizations—these measures often overlook the workforce
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