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SUMMARY:Health Literacy Overview Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar provides an essential foundational overview of health literacy concepts and the communication barriers that affect patient understanding. Participants will be introduced in plain language to concepts related to health information\, language\, and system-level factors that influence personal healthcare needs and decision-making. The training emphasizes the importance of creating more collaborative care environments. \n\n\n\n\nWho’s this course for?\nThis course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals and peer helpers. Our courses generally focus on healthcare providers\, public health staff\, mental health professionals\, and other front-line health professionals. \nIt is open to residents of Canada\, and the United States.
URL:https://norwestchc.org/event/health-literacy-overview-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Armstrong,Kakabeka,Longlac,Online,Thunder Bay
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SUMMARY:Getting the Most from your Healthcare Appointment Workshop (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This 1 – 1.5 hour\, interactive workshop\, focuses on what to do before\, during and after a healthcare appointment and uses action planning to optimize people’s health. A variety of learning resources are used including information sharing\, videos\, tools and a resource manual that supports the individual with integrating the skills into their next appointment. This workshop prepares and empowers individuals to communicate more effectively with their health care provider. Ultimately\, patients are the most important members of their healthcare team. \nChoose one:  \nSept 22\, 11:45AM – 1:00PM EST – https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vWjp-m-eTfy8DAcle3xp8Q \nOct 22\, 5:30PM – 6:45PM EST – https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/S1XxKg4JSdWnOvIsXJ4NAw \nNov 26\, 3:00PM – 4:15PM EST – https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/MMHd4lQMRfG1LEX0TnwHEw
URL:https://norwestchc.org/event/getting-the-most-from-your-healthcare-appointment-workshop-virtual/2025-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Armstrong,Kakabeka,Longlac,Online,Thunder Bay
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SUMMARY:Diabetes Self-Management Program Workshop Series (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The DSMP is designed to empower individuals with diabetes by providing essential skills\, knowledge\, and support for effective self-management. \nPLEASE NOTE THIS WORKSHOP SERIES IS BEING HELD VIRTUALLY. \nWorkshop Objectives \n\nEmpower participants with tools for diabetes management.\nEnhance knowledge about diabetes and healthy living.\nFoster a supportive community through peer interaction.\n\nKey Components \nInteractive Sessions covering: \n\nUnderstanding diabetes and its management.\nNutrition and meal planning.\nPhysical activity and stress management.\nMonitoring blood sugar and medication management.\nPeer Support: Connect with fellow participants for shared experiences.\n\nTarget Audience: Adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes\, caregivers\, and family members. Benefits Improved self-management and health outcomes. Increased confidence in managing diabetes. Ongoing support network. \nDuration & Schedule Length: 6 weeks\, 2.5 hours per session.
URL:https://norwestchc.org/event/diabetes-self-management-program-workshop-series-virtual-3/2025-10-24/
CATEGORIES:Armstrong,Kakabeka,Longlac,Online,Thunder Bay
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SUMMARY:Diabetes Self-Management Program Workshop Series (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The DSMP is designed to empower individuals with diabetes by providing essential skills\, knowledge\, and support for effective self-management. \nPLEASE NOTE THIS WORKSHOP SERIES IS BEING HELD VIRTUALLY. \nWorkshop Objectives \n\nEmpower participants with tools for diabetes management.\nEnhance knowledge about diabetes and healthy living.\nFoster a supportive community through peer interaction.\n\nKey Components \nInteractive Sessions covering: \n\nUnderstanding diabetes and its management.\nNutrition and meal planning.\nPhysical activity and stress management.\nMonitoring blood sugar and medication management.\nPeer Support: Connect with fellow participants for shared experiences.\n\nTarget Audience: Adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes\, caregivers\, and family members. Benefits Improved self-management and health outcomes. Increased confidence in managing diabetes. Ongoing support network. \nDuration & Schedule Length: 6 weeks\, 2.5 hours per session.
URL:https://norwestchc.org/event/diabetes-self-management-program-workshop-series-virtual-3/2025-10-31/
CATEGORIES:Armstrong,Kakabeka,Longlac,Online,Thunder Bay
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