DarshMaraj

Primary care, public health & preventative medicine, health policy & service research.
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[DarshMaraj @DarshMaraj]

@ElexiconEnergy Hmm it's 21:15hrs and we are still without power so power has not been fully restored in Ajax

[Andrew Russell @andrewglobal]

🚨@OurHealthboxMAP is now officially in Miramichi, New Brunswick 🚨 This marks the 6th Healthbox installation in New Brunswick, made possible through the generous support of @StaplesCanada via #EventheOdds READ MORE: https://t.co/SJsElaUbQE

[Braden Manns @BradenMannsYYC]

A very thoughtful article. The CSFs have lowered waittimes for people healthy enough to have day surgery in a private clinic but waits rise for those who need their operation in the public system. Overall, there’s no more surgeries https://t.co/7cixTAGPLv

[Gilead Sciences @GileadSciences]

Harm reduction services are crucial to reach people and communities most adversely affected by #HIV and #viralhepatitis. We're collaborating with stakeholders at #INHSU2024 to address the disparities impacting those who use drugs and support local health systems globally.

[The Lancet @TheLancet]

Nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by tackling 14 risk factors starting in childhood, including two new risks—high cholesterol and vision loss, suggests new report from the Lancet Commission on dementia.

Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/FmfDSNfQ9f

[St. Michael's Hospital Foundation @StMichaelsFdn]

Dr. Katherine Rouleau (@RouleauK), family physician at St. Michael’s Hospital, spoke on the health risks of not having access to menstrual products, and why they are becoming more expensive, via @CBC. https://t.co/PYVqK81n2J

[IDPC @IDPCnet]

🔥📑 HOT OFF THE PRESS — @UN_SPExperts, @drtlaleng, calls out '#WarOnDrugs' human rights violations; recommends transformative approaches, incl:

��� Accessible #HarmReduction,
🔓 Encompassing #decriminalisation,
⚖️ Responsible #regulation.

READ ON: https://t.co/WQKUIFcvk2

[Gillian Kolla, PhD @GillianKolla]

Very excited for the release of this paper, mapping the emergence of a moral panic around safer supply prescribing. Led by @liam_michaud, our team uses established criteria for moral panics to explore recent rhetoric around safer supply, diversion and youth drug use 🧵

[IDPC @IDPCnet]

🇺🇳⚕️ CALL FOR INPUTS: The UN Special Rapporteur on the right to health, @drtlaleng, is developing a 'Harm reduction for sustainable peace and development' report with a focus on health equity.

Deadline for submissions: 27 May 2024! https://t.co/zKJizaIizr

[CATIE @CATIEinfo]

CEO of @drpetercentre_ and CATIE board chair Scott Elliott discusses the need for #HIV care to focus on the individual. https://t.co/hFhayRpzKs via @georgiastraight

[The Positive Effect @_positiveeffect]

Unleash the power within 💥 '@ShaunProulx: Get tested, f#@k stigma and meditate!' hosted by James Watson, is your new must-listen. Tap into the strength of individuals of people who live with #HIV. Listen to the latest #Pozcast episode ➡️ https://t.co/w6hIo1bAMi

[Unity Health Toronto @UnityHealthTO]

Federal funding for HIV self-testing kits has ended. Dr. @SeanBRourke, scientist at St. Michael's Hospital's @MAP_Health, says ending this proven-to-work program will have a severe impact on underserved communities.https://t.co/699ZekOaja

[MAP Centre for Urban Health Solutions @MAP_Health]

Congratulations Lena Soje, Linwei Wang, and Anne-Marie Tynan! The MAP Awards recognize outstanding MAP staff, students or volunteers who have excelled in their roles and demonstrate a passion and commitment to applying MAP’s values in their work. https://t.co/cZ74R0IVE1

[I AM Health @iamdothealth]

Exciting news! You can now order #HIV self-test kits from wherever you are! Visit https://t.co/Hx5zNFvAcS, complete a quick survey, and order up to 5 kits. We'll deliver them to your chosen address. We're here to support you every step of the way. #knowyourstatus #hivselftesting

[I AM Health @iamdothealth]

#HIV self-testing works! It’s one more option for people who face more barriers to healthcare, especially Black, Indigenous, and other marginalized communities. We can’t stop now! #knowyourstatus #keepfunding

[Our Healthbox @OurHealthboxMAP]

🎉 Launch Alert: Our Healthbox arrives in Peterborough! Offering free health supplies & info 24/7, it’s a big leap for community health, led by St. Michael’s Hospital. Discover how this initiative is shaping a healthier future for all. Full story ➡️ https://t.co/nibMWm8bgD

[Our Healthbox @OurHealthboxMAP]

Peterborough will be home to Ontario's second Healthbox! The Peterborough Healthbox will provide access to free HIV self-test kits, harm reduction and other wellness supplies along with health resources to link to care – right in the community. #AccessForAll #LetCommunitiesLead

[I AM Health @iamdothealth]

This World Health Day, it's all about "My Health, My Right!" #HIV self-testing gives people the choice to test on their own terms. With federal funding, this reaches those who need it the most. We urge the Government to invest in saving lives #knowyourstatus #healthforall

[I AM Health @iamdothealth]

#HIV cases in 🇨🇦 jumped 24.9% in 2022! #Selftesting is key for control & care. Yet, funding cuts may halt progress. First-timers & community orgs are at the forefront. Let's unite for the cause! Support refunding 📣 Watch the CityNews segment 👉 https://t.co/PSwhcqd3iy #advocacy

[Unity Health Toronto @UnityHealthTO]

There's been a surge in HIV infections in Canada, but funding for self-testing kits has ended despite their success—especially in reaching marginalized populations. Dr. @SeanBRourke, scientist at St. Michael's Hospital's @MAP_Health, talks w/ @TorontoStar. https://t.co/6T1UFqKyQq