DID YOU KNOW? Today, many #FirstNations, Inuit and Métis people will not visit a physician/hospital/clinic regardless of symptoms due to our traumatic historical past with healthcare and government agencies. #IndigenousHistoryMonth
DID YOU KNOW? 30% of #Indigenous adults in Toronto aged 50+ have had a Fecal Occult Blood Test to screen for colorectal cancer. In contrast, approx. 60% of non-Indigenous people have gone for screening (includes FOBT and colonscopy screening methods). #IndigenousHistoryMonth
It's not too late to register for the #cancerprevention and #healthyeating event! Register now to join us for a free health info session on Friday July 6th from 1-3pm @LoblawsON 60 Carlton Street, Toronto!
Evidence is clear - Today, in Canada the impacts of intergenerational trauma has resulted in significant social disparities and reduced health and well-being for #IndigenousPeople. #IndigenousHistoryMonth
In honour of National Indigenous Peoples Awareness Day on June 21st, follow us over the next few days to learn about #FirstNations, Inuit and Métis events in the Toronto Central region, and #FNIM facts and statistics pertaining to #Indigenous#Health