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evidence, citizen values & stakeholder insights to support action on the pressing health and social issues of our time

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While efforts have enhanced inclusiveness of social participation in health systems decision-making, challenges of meaningful engagement and exclusion remain. Read this journal article to learn more https://t.co/yagPrvDr3r

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From Rapid Reviews to Rapid Living Evidence Synthesis: Lessons From COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness Reviews for Canadian Public Health Decision-Making https://t.co/jwXcaxXIKF

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How can we help health and social systems learn and improve rapidly and contribute to a society-wide transformation? Read more in our living evidence synthesis https://t.co/pC2Nr8WD2C

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Forum Scientific Director, @Wilson_MichaelG, recently participated in a session on infrastructure for an age of misinformation as part of the CAHSPR conference 2026. Learn more in our latest newsletter https://t.co/5ri7VnGKQx

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How can we engage citizens in asking questions and using new or existing evidence to answer them? Read more in our living evidence synthesis https://t.co/BoJDAJwgZi

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How can we help citizens judge what others are claiming or find (and receive) reliable information on a topic? Read more in our living evidence synthesis https://t.co/iugW5FEH6y

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This scoping review highlights gaps in existing PRISMA-ScR reporting guidance and provides additional reporting items for consideration and potential inclusion in an updated guideline https://t.co/4TuA4vdT6J

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Rebecca Ganann shares insights from our stakeholder dialogue on improving access to integrated health and social programs that help older adults in Ontario stay mobile, and physically and mentally well, while living in their community https://t.co/dnh062kGxU

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Primary schools are an ideal setting to engage students and their families in enhancing their health literacy, with school nurses incorporating significant potential for public health https://t.co/vowZBajXox

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How can we make evidence available to citizens when they are making choices? Read more in our living evidence synthesis https://t.co/JNgQ3H6agt

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Over the past 5 years alone, we have produced 31 evidence syntheses for the BC Ministry of Health. We’re excited to continue this work to improve health & well-being of British Columbians & increase the sustainability of the BC health system
Learn more >> https://t.co/LJSuyNQFaz

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Most older adults strive to maintain their independence and prefer to remain in their homes and communities as they age. See evidence & insights from our work on improving access to integrated health and social programs that help older adults
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This study developed a practical tool to support HSG implementation, offering a structured approach to help policymakers and other relevant actors systematically consider essential factors and strategies when planning HSG implementation
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June 15th is World #ElderAbuse Awareness Day. Whether you are an older adult or caregiver, resources exist to help you deal with abuse.
@mac_agingnews provides helpful resources on a range of topics for older adults and caregivers, including elder abuse https://t.co/5JIrNOUSxg

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VR technology effectively improves balance In patients with neurological disorders. Optimal results are achieved with sessions under 30 min and intervention periods less than six weeks https://t.co/5jieNLewXL

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How can we make evidence-based choices the default or easy option? Read more in our living evidence synthesis https://t.co/qVhiG9l3im

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We’re excited to continue working with the BC Ministry of Health to improve health and well-being of British Columbians and increase the sustainability of the BC health system.
Learn more >> https://t.co/EKWeZeFAR9

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The modified Delphi study yields a final set of consensus-based components to support health-system guidance (HSG) implementation, representing a transition from a theoretical framework toward the development of a practical HSG implementation tool https://t.co/S8apXw9WvF

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This network meta-analysis of RCTs found that VR, 2D videos, and 2D games significantly reduced pediatric perioperative anxiety and pain and improved induction compliance https://t.co/7ceuVU4EI0

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Improving access to integrated health and social programs that help older adults in Ontario stay mobile, and physically and mentally well, while living in their community. See evidence, citizen and stakeholder insights from our dialogue
https://t.co/rSJOtYt36N