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5 on 5 Women’s Health

In honour of International Women’s Day on March 8, 2023 we have 5 resources that look at disparities in women’s health. 1. BIPOC Women’s Health Network Resources for Healthcare Professionals Resources for Patients “The BIPOC Women’s Health Network aims to … Continue reading

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5 on 5 Cancer Care

Improving Indigenous Cancer Journeys in BC: A Road Map “Improving Indigenous Cancer Journeys: A Road Map is the result of a multi-year partnership between BC Cancer, First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) and the BC Association … Continue reading

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5 on 5 Nutrition

For January’s 5 on 5 we are featuring resources on nutrition. 1. Indigenous Nutritional Knowledge Information Network “We have learned through time honored tradition, the role and responsibilities we carry in our connection to food and water. We know these … Continue reading

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5 on 5 Human Rights in Healthcare

For our December 5 on 5 we are highlighting human rights in healthcare and featuring resources in support of Human Rights Day on December 10th. 1.Survey on Experiences of Racism in the Manitoba Health Care System 2021. Southern Chiefs’ Organization. “In … Continue reading

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5 on 5 Pain Management

For our November 5 on 5 we are highlighting Pain Management resources in support of Pain Awareness Week November 6-12. CDC Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain —2022 “The 2022 CDC Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for … Continue reading

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5 on 5 Mental Health

In honour of World Mental Health Day on October 10th, 2022 we are featuring 5 resources that support the mental health of Healthcare workers. Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science. Mental Health Toolkit. “ARE YOU MENTALLY HEALTHY? By the time … Continue reading

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5 on 5 – ADHD

This month we’ve pulled together 5 online resources for ADHD: CADDAC – Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada. https://www.caddra.ca/public-information/adults/resources-and-links/ “The Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada (CADDAC) is a national not-for-profit organization providing leadership in education and advocacy for ADHD organizations and individuals … Continue reading

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5 on 5 – Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

By request! This month we’re featuring 5 free resources related to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Addictions Foundation of Manitoba Library  Membership at the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba’s library is open to all Manitobans (18 years and over), free of … Continue reading

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5 on 5 – Wound Care

August’s 5 on 5 features wound care resources. Oropallo A, et al. Guidelines for Point-of-Care Fluorescence Imaging for Detection of Wound Bacterial Burden Based on Delphi Consensus. (2021). “Excessive levels of bacteria impede wound healing and can lead to infectious … Continue reading

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5 on 5 – Accessibility

For July we’re focusing on five free accessibility resources. 1) Dos and don’ts on designing for accessibility This page, and its associated Dos and Don’ts posters, provide general guidelines and best design practices for making services accessible. 2) Maintaining Accessibility during … Continue reading

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