• Barriers to Health Care Access Among Ethnically Diverse Older Women in British Columbia

    Yakimovich Wellness Centre 1454 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada

    Most of us take for granted that Canada’s universal health care system means equal access for everyone. But what if that assumption tells only part of the story? Presenter Dr. Edith Munene, EdD, PhD, shares findings from her research project at the University of Victoria’s Institute on Aging and Lifelong Health examining how socio-economic status […]

  • Hereditary Cancers: What Are They and How Are They Found?

    Yakimovich Wellness Centre 1454 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada

    Please join us to learn more about hereditary cancer and what it means for families. You’ll learn what it is, options for genetic testing, and how this information can help guide treatment and inform cancer screening and prevention in families. This session will be led by Jennifer Nuk, a certified genetic counsellor and Practice Leader […]

  • Delirium in Older Adults: Recognition, Risk, and Prevention

    Yakimovich Wellness Centre 1454 Hillside Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada

    Sudden confusion in older adults can be alarming. It can also be a sign of delirium, a condition that is more common and more serious than many realize. In this session, we’ll break down what delirium is and who is most at risk. Most importantly, we’ll equip you with actionable prevention strategies to better protect […]