Matthew Fagan

[Guy Faulkner @GuyFaulkner]

Fitness app users make gains with carrots, not sticks | VCH Research Institute https://t.co/qs0sc5Knag

[Guy Faulkner @GuyFaulkner]

2025 Report Card on Physical Activity for Adults - ParticipACTION https://t.co/Jn83y1uog2

[Guy Faulkner @GuyFaulkner]

New @UBC study:
15-min exercise bursts
+ 1-day brain stimulation (iTBS)
= faster recovery from depression
Be part of the first-ever trial — donate now Boosting Depression Recovery with Exercise + Brain Stimulation - Crowdfundraising UBC
#UBCResearch #DepressionTreatment

[Northern Health @Northern_Health]

As we celebrate National Nurse Practitioner Week (November 9-15, 2025), we shine a spotlight on Celia Evanson—a pioneer, leader, and passionate advocate for rural health care whose career has helped shape the landscape of nurse practitioners (NP) in BC.
Read more here: https://t.co/tMLZy9JoDO

#NPWeek2025 #NursePractitioner

[Northern Health @Northern_Health]

Research shows adults who meet the 24 hr movement guidelines are more likely to be productive and happy in their day jobs. Boost job satisfaction with just 21 minutes of daily exercise! Comment which activity you'd like to try next! To learn more, check out this BC-made physical activity and physical literacy resource: https://t.co/mj9knrpcyU

[Northern Health @Northern_Health]

NH launched its first clinical trial this year as part of an international study assessing the effectiveness of a new drug in reducing risk of chronic kidney disease progression and improving long term outcomes for patients.
Read more about the clinical trial: https://t.co/AiT0GcvFbi

[VCH Research Institute @VCHResearch]

The first of its kind in B.C., the RESPONSe app is helping chemotherapy patients at Richmond Hospital avoid emergency room visits through real-time nurse monitoring: https://t.co/83sUEg4Rqw @VancouverSun

[Northern Health @Northern_Health]

Join us in congratulating Beth Ann Derksen, Executive Lead for Critical Care, as the recipient of the Dr. Charles Jago Award for Collaboration!

From her first role as a nurse in Fort St. James in 1976 to her leadership in critical care across the North, Beth Ann has exemplified integrity, teamwork, and unwavering dedication. Her ability to foster open dialogue, support diverse perspectives, and build strong, trusting relationships has left a lasting impact on Northern Health and beyond.

As she leaves her role for a well-deserved retirement, we thank Beth Ann for her decades of service and her incredible spirit of collaboration.

Read the full story here: https://t.co/jSK7mlgcR3

[VCH Research Institute @VCHResearch]

The first in B.C. virtual cardiac rehab program at @VCHhealthcare, led by VCHRI expert Dr. Nathaniel Moulson, will allow patients in rural & remote communities to access care without having to travel to the Lower Mainland: https://t.co/0etUOwhWhJ @VGHFdn @DilawriCVI @CTVVancouver

[Northern Health @Northern_Health]

From bannock and beadwork to drumming and dialogue — the Indigenous Care Team brought communities together across Northern Health to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day and Indigenous History Month.

Their leadership reflects Northern Health’s ongoing commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and to creating culturally safe spaces for Indigenous staff, patients, and communities.

As Indigenous History Month comes to a close, we honour their work and the many ways they help build connection, understanding, and wellness across the region.

Read the full story: https://t.co/Ft8IqOusiZ

#IndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousHistoryMonth #IndigenousCareTeam #NorthernHealth #TruthAndReconciliation #CulturalSafety #CommunityConnection

[Northern Health @Northern_Health]

For some residents living in long-term care homes, getting dressed involves the support of other people and different techniques to actually get into the clothing, which can add new challenges to this daily living activity. Care aides at Jubilee Lodge in Prince George recently developed an adaptive clothing loaner program for the residents, increasing their dignity, comfort, and safety. Read more about it: https://t.co/HAh7mJL0Um

[Guy Faulkner @GuyFaulkner]

The political landscape of physical activity and climate action in Canada’s social climate ⁦@ParticipACTION⁩ https://t.co/ZptKAQ1zNB

[Eun-Young Lee @DrEunYoungLee]

Exciting new research with @ParticipACTION in Journal of Climate & Health: “The political landscape of physical activity & climate action in Canada’s social climate.” 🇨🇦💡https://t.co/fFn6DFyH18

[VCH Research Institute @VCHResearch]

Break Wave lithotripsy, a new technology under study by VCHRI researcher Dr. Ben Chew, could transform kidney stone treatment. This non-invasive approach holds promise for expanding access, especially for patients in rural & remote areas:
https://t.co/Dbeie6cZiL

[Northern Health @Northern_Health]

1 in 2 men are at risk of social isolation and dealing with higher levels of stress and depression. June is #MensHealthMonth and we’re joining @menshealthfdn to talk about the tough stuff and build a national movement bringing guys together.

🔹Explore confidential mental health tools
🔹Register now: free Mental Fitness Workshop on June 12

You’re #NeverAlone 👉 https://t.co/JiTwPSZlke

[BC Rural Health Network @BCRHNetwork]

Your Postal Code Shouldn’t Reduce Your Life Expectancy: Rural BC Calls 911

https://t.co/tttbUdDx5y

#health #healthcare #rural #BC

[BC Seniors Advocate @SrsAdvocateBC]

Every senior has a story worth celebrating! For #BCSeniorsWeek, we're inviting seniors to participate in our #SpotlightOnSeniors campaign.
Share a photo and a story about your contributions, life lessons or words of wisdom.
👉Submit here: https://t.co/mJjY7lVmzw

[Northern Health @Northern_Health]

May 19 is BC Family Doctor Day and World Family Doctor Day. We extend a heartfelt thank you to the family physicians, residents, and medical students in our region.
This day is meant to recognize the crucial role that family doctors and primary care teams play in our‌‍‍‌ health care system. Family physicians are the cornerstone of primary care, providing essential services that ensure the well-being of our communities.

Their dedication and commitment to patients, leadership, teams, and communities are evident every day across a multitude of facilities. Family doctors are vital in managing ongoing health needs, preventing illnesses, and coordinating care, making them indispensable to our health care system.

On BC Family Doctor Day, please take time to recognize and celebrate the significant contributions physicians have made in your community, as well as the critical role they play in primary care within the Northern Health region.

For more information, please visit the BC College of Family Physicians and BC Family Doctor Day - BCCFP websites (https://t.co/Njn5yI3Vtw)

PHOTO L to R: Caribou Primary Care Clinic Prince George family physicians: Dr. Steven Chang, Dr. Kathleen O'Malley, Dr. Leigh Hunsinger-Chang

[Guy Faulkner @GuyFaulkner]

Feasibility and preliminary effects of an app-based physical activity intervention for individuals with depression (MoodMover): A protocol for a single-arm, pre-post intervention study https://t.co/OCjKHPUuK6

[VCH Research Institute @VCHResearch]

The innovative REACHOUT app, developed & tested by VCHRI investigator Dr. Tricia Tang’s team, provides a virtual care platform for people with T1D. Discover insights from this feature: https://t.co/wIfkPcsQx4