COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic in March 2020. This novel disease impacted how health information was communicated as information on both the disease itself and on public health guidelines changed rapidly. The purpose of this research was to create knowledge translation (KT) tools about COVID-19 to increase public confidence in science and to encourage … Read more
Going to the emergency department with your child is full of unknowns. But did you know we have an infographic that can help? The emergency department, or ED, is a place where people go for immediate care. Visiting the ED can be scary and overwhelming, especially when you don’t know what to expect. Working with … Read more
It’s cold and flu season: here’s what parents want to know about RSV You’ve probably heard of RSV. And if you have a young child, you’ve probably cared for them when they were sick with an RSV infection. But what is it, and how can you help your child? In this short blog, we’re sharing … Read more
Taking a Child with Medical Complexities to the Emergency Department? Here is what we learned from 9 parents! Children with medical complexities have specialized healthcare needs. Children with medical complexities are a growing population of children who continue to grow and live longer in their communities as our medical treatments and technology improve. These children … Read more
Heart failure in children can happen because of many health conditions. Caring for a child with heart failure can be a scary and huge learning curve. Good communication with your cardiology team and learning from research-based resources may help you understand your child’s care routine. Children’s Heart Failure: An Infographic for Parents & Caregivers This infographic provides … Read more
Asthma is the most common chronic condition in children with an estimated 15% of children and youth living with asthma in Canada. Acute asthma exacerbations, or asthma attacks, are the main reason for children to seek emergency care, contributing to financial burdens for families and healthcare systems. This burden highlights opportunities to reduce health system … Read more
Anaphylaxis, or anaphylactic reactions, are a severe allergic reaction with a rapid onset and can be fatal. Children are disproportionately at risk for hospitalization and emergency department visits due to anaphylaxis. The purpose of this research was to work with parents to develop and test the usability of an animated video and an interactive … Read more
Parents: We would love to learn from you! You are invited to participate in a 50-60 minute conversation if you are a newcomer parent who has a child that has experienced fever(s). If you are a parent who is a: Newcomer from the Philippines, India, China, Nigeria or Syria living in Canada Has a … Read more
Q&A with Kristin Zelyck, RN Q: Tell us a bit about yourself! A: My name is Kristin Zelyck. I have been a registered nurse for over 20 years primarily in cardiology and intensive care settings. Initially, my clinical experiences ignited curiosity in ethical and moral issues in healthcare which led to completion of a master’s … Read more
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Physical treatments can include physiotherapy, prescribed exercise plans, strengthening exercises, massage, and more.
Psychological treatments can include counselling or talk therapy, supportive therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, mediation, and more. They can be provided on a one-on-one basis or in a group setting.
