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#PHSI23 Think Pieces Released

Posted on June 5, 2023

#PHSI23 Think Pieces

PHABC’s 13th annual Public Health Summer Institute is focused on two separate topics split into two days. Learn more about them through our think pieces.

Day 1: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Population Health:
A Beginner’s Guide

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a rapidly advancing field with the power to revolutionize various sectors, including healthcare and public health. This introductory session aims to provide beginners with an overview of AI technologies and their potential impact on population health. We will also discuss the challenges and ethical considerations associated with AI, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and equity in addressing them.

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Day 2: Healthy Aging and Digital Equity

Healthy aging is a central public health concern for society as a whole and specific populations that suffer from health inequities. The imperative derives, in part, from the usual worries about aging demographics and pressure on health and social care systems that will inevitably threaten their sustainability.

Advocates for promoting the health of older adults often state that the proportion of aging adults is not cause for concern. Rather, the issue is the poor profile of older adults and the sever inequities faced by certain sub-populations of older adults.

Beyond these systemic reasons for prioritizing healthy aging, we know that older adults can enjoy life and flourish in their later years, if they are supported to live healthily and independently.

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About PHABC’s Summer Institute

Over the last thirteen years, the summer institute has provided excellent opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

The event provides a unique evidence-based program where participants can actively learn, evaluate and test the principles of the curriculum through keynote presentations, best practice examples and case studies, team building exercises, and hands-on activities.

We strive to bring together public health professionals who work directly or indirectly with public health issues across numerous social service sectors and help to foster innovative solutions to the identified issues.

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Registration now open for #PHSI23!

Posted on May 31, 2023

The Public Health Association of BC is proud to announce our 13th annual Public Health Summer Institute 2023 (#PHSI23) happening on Thursday, June 22nd and Friday, June 23rd, 2023.

We will be hosting the summer institute virtually, so you can attend from anywhere in the world.

We hope you will join us for two days of engaging presentation, workshops and discussions designed to provide public health professionals with the tools and competencies to deal with the latest issues in public health.

This year’s event will include two separate topics:

June 22nd: Unpacking the complexities of artificial intelligence and its effect on population health
June 23rd: Healthy aging and digital equity

Registration for the event is $50 plus GST. As an added bonus, registrants who are located within BC will receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Public Health Association of BC!

We will be circulating more news in the coming weeks, including information on the Scientific Program Committee, speakers, and presentations.

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About PHABC’s Summer Institute

Over the last thirteen years, the summer institute has provided excellent opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

Congratulations Dr. Irv Rootman: Honorary Doctorate Recipient from St. Francis Xavier University

Posted on May 8, 2023

Dr. Irv Rootman is with PHABC’s Executive Director, Shannon Turner, enjoying a beautiful day in Victoria, BC.

The Public Health Association of BC congratulates Dr. Irving Rootman for receiving an Honorary Doctorate from St. Francis Xavier University for his outstanding leadership in health promotion.

Dr. Rootman is recognized internationally for his outstanding leadership in health promotion. Over his four decade career in public service and academia, he has been dedicated to effecting positive change in health policy and practice with a commitment to addressing health equity and social justice. PHABC is honoured to work alongside him towards building a fair and healthy British Columbia for all.

Dr. Rootman started his career at the University of Calgary, where he researched alcohol and drug use. Dr. Rootman holds a BA (honours) in Sociology and Psychology from the University of Alberta and a Masters of Philosophy and a PhD in Sociology from Yale University. He is a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, and holds an Honorary Degree from the University of Victoria.

Dr. Rootman served on many task forces and panels, and is recognized for his scholarly accomplishments. He has worked as a Researcher, Research Manager, and Educator in the federal government, the World Health Organization, the University of Toronto, and the University of Victoria.

He accepted a post-doctoral award in England, which resulted in 18 research papers on drug use, mental health and suicide. Returning to Canada, he was hired as Chief of Epidemiology and Social Research by the Directorate on the Non-Medical Use of Drugs, then part of Health and Welfare Canada.

He went on to serve as Chief of Health Promotion Studies in the Health Promotion Directorate of Health and Welfare Canada; led the landmark Canadian Health Promotion Survey; and served as a Professor at the University of Toronto, where he helped establish the Centre for Health Promotion as its first Director.

He was later honoured by the Michael Smith Foundation as the Health Research Distinguished Scholar. At the University of Victoria he served as Executive Director, Health and Learning Knowledge Centre.

His leadership prompted webinars in collaboration with the National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health at St. Francis University. Although retired, he remains active: he is a member of the Executive Committee of Health Promotion Canada, and Chair of their Academic Committee; a member of the Professional Development Working Group; and a member of the Capacity-Building Committee for the Public Health Association of BC.

Huntington Disease Month

Posted on May 2, 2023

or many years, families affected by Huntington disease (HD) have kept it a secret due to the negative perceptions and biases surrounding the illness.

The #LightItUp4HD campaign presents an excellent opportunity for individuals with HD to raise awareness, build relationships, receive encouragement from their communities, and move ahead with a sense of pride and respect.

Every May is designated as HD Awareness Month in Canada, and landmarks and buildings are encouraged to participate in the #LightItUp4HD campaign.

To learn more about #LightItUp4HD, and to see a list of participating sites go here: https://www.huntingtonsociety.ca/2023-light-it-up-4-hd/

Save the Date for the 2023 Public Health Summer Institute

Posted on April 24, 2023

Public Health Summer Institute 2023

June 22nd & 23rd 9:00am – 2:00pm PST

ONLINE EVENT – TICKETS $50.00+tax

Registration now open

PHABC is proud to announce our 13^th annual public health summer institute, happening Thursday June 23^th and Friday June 24^th, 2023.

This summer institute will be hosted entirely online, so no matter where you are in the country you can join us virtually. Registration will open in early May; for only $50 plus taxes you can join us online to learn about emerging issues in public health informatics and healthy aging & digital equity.

As an added bonus, registrants who are located within BC will receive a complimentary one-year membership to the Public Health Association of BC!

We will be releasing more information on the summer institute; it’s agenda, featured speakers, etc., in the coming weeks. To keep up to date on everything summer institute related please check back on our website in early May.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Farm to School BC Conference 2023 May 18 & 19, 2023 – Program Agenda Now Released!

Posted on April 21, 2023

Introducing the eagerly anticipated program agenda for the “Planting the Seed” F2SBC23 Conference taking place on May 18th and 19th at the UBC Nest, 2nd floor.

Get ready to plan your perfect conference experience with our comprehensive two-day itinerary packed with inspiring presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities.

For more detailed descriptions of all of the conference sessions visit f2sbcconference.ca/sessions

Click Here to Register Today!

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