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Living life with #Arthritis along for the ride. Posting & passionate about #Research, arthritis, #PatientEngagement, #PPI. Opinions my own.

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Stand Up against Street Harassment
FREE!
Bystander intervention webinar
March 6
Noon - 1pm EST

Stand Up against Street Harassment FREE! Bystander intervention webinar March 6 Noon - 1pm EST

We are not powerless in the face of rising hate. We can learn the tenets of community care and show up for each other in ways big and small.

Give me 1 hour of your time and I'll teach you 5 concrete ways you can safely de-escalate harassment in public spaces!

Register: zoom.us/webinar/regi...

25.02.2026 18:33 β€” πŸ‘ 76    πŸ” 39    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 10
University of Saskatchewan School of Public Health
Participants Needed!
Eligible participants must:
1) Be 18 years of age or older
2) Use public transit at least twice per week
3) Be proficient in English
4) Have access to a computer

We are looking for volunteers to help us understand how public transit use can impact the mental wellbeing of its users.
Help make public transportation in Canada better for all
Eligible participants will be asked to compete a short questionnaire to capture demographic information and public transit habits as well as participate in an online focus group. Collectively, these activities should take 45–60 minutes to complete.
In appreciation for your time, you will be entered to win a gift certificate to your choice of Starbucks or Tim Hortons.
For more information or to volunteer, please contact:
Dr. Mackenzie McKeown, PhD
School of Public Health, University of Saskatchewan
at 306-966-1601 or mackenzie.mckeown@usask.ca
This study has been reviewed by, and received approval through the Research Ethics Office at the University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan School of Public Health Participants Needed! Eligible participants must: 1) Be 18 years of age or older 2) Use public transit at least twice per week 3) Be proficient in English 4) Have access to a computer We are looking for volunteers to help us understand how public transit use can impact the mental wellbeing of its users. Help make public transportation in Canada better for all Eligible participants will be asked to compete a short questionnaire to capture demographic information and public transit habits as well as participate in an online focus group. Collectively, these activities should take 45–60 minutes to complete. In appreciation for your time, you will be entered to win a gift certificate to your choice of Starbucks or Tim Hortons. For more information or to volunteer, please contact: Dr. Mackenzie McKeown, PhD School of Public Health, University of Saskatchewan at 306-966-1601 or mackenzie.mckeown@usask.ca This study has been reviewed by, and received approval through the Research Ethics Office at the University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan public health researchers are seeking transit users in Canada to complete a questionnaire and participate in a focus group for a study to understand how public transit affects mental wellbeing. #ParticipateInResearch

10.02.2026 22:23 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 18    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 3

Made me want to share it. You?

#WomenInSTEM

06.02.2026 19:22 β€” πŸ‘ 196    πŸ” 82    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 2

We would love your support in helping us to increase our reach.

Please like, share, and subscribe to the videos on YouTube and on here. πŸ’™

05.02.2026 18:35 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I am SO incredibly excited to announce the launch of a global list of Inspiring Black Scientists. You can use this list to nominate and connect with researchers. Please share and join us in highlighting these outstanding scientists for #BlackHistoryMonth and beyond!

www.wiley.com/en-us/resear...

05.02.2026 17:36 β€” πŸ‘ 135    πŸ” 79    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 8
Sexual Harassment in the Skilled Trades in Canada This study will examine workers’ experiences of sexual harassment in the skilled trades, the actions taken by them, and the workplace responses, supports, and preventative measures and their effective...

Super important new research project on sexual harassment in the trades!

If you're a trade worker or know someone who is, please send it along so Canadians can get access to research on this really important topic.

03.02.2026 18:41 β€” πŸ‘ 30    πŸ” 18    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
UBC

Registration | UBC Centre for Health Services and Policy Research
chspr.ubc.ca/conference/r...

interested Patient Partners please email chspr.reception@ubc.ca with a short description of your background and experience as a patient partner and a statement explaining why the conference interests you

31.01.2026 15:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Hey there. Have you watched yet?

What are you waiting for? It’s great content, driven by #PwME!

#ICanCME2025

30.01.2026 05:33 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Vulvodynia isn't a Mystery. It's Underfunded. A new clinical trial hopefully signals change

There is a new clinical trial that is recruiting for vulvodynia. This is a woefully under-researched aspect of women's care. Please help me spread the word. vajenda.substack.com/p/vulvodynia...

28.01.2026 05:28 β€” πŸ‘ 207    πŸ” 117    πŸ’¬ 7    πŸ“Œ 7

I don't think it's ever too late to get involved in social justice work.

I believe in building a big tent.

But my biggest piece of advice for newbies is to remember that just because you're new to an issue, doesn't mean the issue is new.

26.01.2026 19:43 β€” πŸ‘ 102    πŸ” 20    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Congratulations and thank you for all that you do

24.01.2026 03:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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ICanCME Research Network

Hey everyone. Our #ICanCME2025 #conference videos are up on YouTube. πŸ’™

The theme of our #Canadian conference was β€œNothing About Us Without Us”.

Please #subscribe to our channel to help us drive engagement and watch and like our videos too.

youtube.com/@icancmerese...

20.01.2026 22:55 β€” πŸ‘ 16    πŸ” 10    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 2

For those interested in #PatientEngagement or #PPIπŸ‘‡

15.01.2026 20:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Write for us - The Sick Times The Sick Times is accepting pitches for reported news stories and essays/commentary pieces. We take pitches only; do not send full drafts on spec. We prioritize pitches from people with Long COVID and...

The Sick Times (@thesicktimes.org) is hiring! We're looking for a new part-time podcast and social media producer who will revive our weekly podcast, help expand our social media presence, and assist with other editorial tasks.

More details here, applications are due on January 20:

06.01.2026 21:55 β€” πŸ‘ 44    πŸ” 37    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

Way to go! Important work- and I’m glad it’s gotten attention.

02.01.2026 02:46 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Same to you! (I can’t believe I made it to midnight 🀭)

01.01.2026 05:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for doing this important research

20.12.2025 13:30 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“’JLA PSPs want to hear from you!

Anyone with relevant experience can share what they believe should be priorities for future research. Whether you are a patient, carer or health and care professional your views are welcome.

➑️Complete an open survey to have your say: buff.ly/utn2zgF

19.12.2025 11:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Patient and Caregiver Authorship Survey

An international team of patient partners, including @dawnrichards.bsky.social, is studying patient partners' experiences with authorship of peer-reviewed publications. If you have such experience, consider completing this survey! survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90907829/... #ParticipateInResearch

17.12.2025 01:19 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for sharing, Iva!

17.12.2025 02:15 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ‘πŸŽ‰πŸ’œ

10.12.2025 02:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A black granite memorial plaque features a circular arrangement of names in white text, bordered by silver rivets. At the top center is an emblem of a bee with gears. The text reads "in memoriam" followed by two columns of names: Geneviève Bergeron, Hélène Colgan, Nathalie Croteau, Barbara Daigneault, Anne-Marie Edward, Maud Haviernick, Maryse Laganière, Maryse Leclair, Anne-Marie Lemay, Sonia Pelletier, Michèle Richard, Annie St-Arneault, Annie Turcotte, Barbara Klucznik Widajewicz. At the bottom: "6 DÉCEMBRE 1989".

A black granite memorial plaque features a circular arrangement of names in white text, bordered by silver rivets. At the top center is an emblem of a bee with gears. The text reads "in memoriam" followed by two columns of names: Geneviève Bergeron, Hélène Colgan, Nathalie Croteau, Barbara Daigneault, Anne-Marie Edward, Maud Haviernick, Maryse Laganière, Maryse Leclair, Anne-Marie Lemay, Sonia Pelletier, Michèle Richard, Annie St-Arneault, Annie Turcotte, Barbara Klucznik Widajewicz. At the bottom: "6 DÉCEMBRE 1989".

On this day in 1989, an armed gunman murdered 14 women at Γ‰cole Polytechnique de MontrΓ©al. Another ten women and four men were injured.
The anniversary of the massacre is commemorated annually on Dec. 6 as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.

06.12.2025 12:45 β€” πŸ‘ 397    πŸ” 219    πŸ’¬ 6    πŸ“Œ 7
Are you a family member or friend providing care support for a long-term care resident?
YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE TO COMPLETE A STUDY INVOLVING AN ONLINE INTERVENTION!

THIS STUDY INVOLVES:
Receiving up to $75.
A Zoom session to see if you are eligible.
Four self-report questionnaires about your mental well-being and caregiver experience, expected to take less than two hours.
Participation in a 45-minute online intervention.
An optional follow-up interview over Zoom.
For more information about this study and to see if you are eligible, please contact the primary researcher at Briana.DeRoo@uregina.ca

This project is supervised by Dr. Natasha Gallant (Natasha.Gallant
@uregina.ca).

This study has been reviewed and received approval through the Research Ethics Board at the University of Regina.

Are you a family member or friend providing care support for a long-term care resident? YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE TO COMPLETE A STUDY INVOLVING AN ONLINE INTERVENTION! THIS STUDY INVOLVES: Receiving up to $75. A Zoom session to see if you are eligible. Four self-report questionnaires about your mental well-being and caregiver experience, expected to take less than two hours. Participation in a 45-minute online intervention. An optional follow-up interview over Zoom. For more information about this study and to see if you are eligible, please contact the primary researcher at Briana.DeRoo@uregina.ca This project is supervised by Dr. Natasha Gallant (Natasha.Gallant @uregina.ca). This study has been reviewed and received approval through the Research Ethics Board at the University of Regina.

A University of Regina researcher is looking for caregivers (e.g., family, friends) in Canada who are supporting long-term care residents to participate in a study evaluating an online mental health program to improve caregivers' mental well-being. #ParticipateInResearch

04.12.2025 23:54 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 17    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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PxP 2025 Artworks - PxP PxP 2025 artworks created by visual alchemist Candace Ramjohn during the annual conference, including impactful quotes...

At #PxP25, we hosted three unique sessions that weren’t recorded for our YouTube channel to create a safe space for open dialogue. Check out the anonymized illustrations from these sessions here, along with other artwork from this year’s conference:
pxphub.org/pxp-2025-art...

01.12.2025 22:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Owning your lived experience: patient partner as part of your identity
YouTube video by PxP For Patients, By Patients Owning your lived experience: patient partner as part of your identity

πŸ’­How do you navigate owning your lived experience as one aspect of your identity?

www.youtube.com/watch?v=F39U...

01.12.2025 23:11 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Stronger together: building capacity on research teams
YouTube video by PxP For Patients, By Patients Stronger together: building capacity on research teams

Learn more about evidence-based advocacy and using justice-informed, trauma-informed approaches to patient engagement in health research.

πŸŽ₯Check out this webinar recording from the #PxP25 conference: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xoH...

01.12.2025 23:38 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
At the cutting edge: innovations in patient engagement
YouTube video by PxP For Patients, By Patients At the cutting edge: innovations in patient engagement

🌎How are research teams engaging patients as partners in different parts of the world?

β˜‘οΈCheck out case studies from Brazil and Australia in this session recording from the #PxP25 conference in September: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBW8...

02.12.2025 00:07 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Patients leading the way: research from within
YouTube video by PxP For Patients, By Patients Patients leading the way: research from within

How are patients are changing the research system from within?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf5v...

02.12.2025 00:31 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
More than a paper: ways to share research
YouTube video by PxP For Patients, By Patients More than a paper: ways to share research

πŸš‚How do you get research to the people who can learn or use something from it?

Get some ideas here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwde...

02.12.2025 01:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Let's keep sharing these amazing stories about how vaccines have transformed our lives

26.11.2025 11:47 β€” πŸ‘ 95    πŸ” 28    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0