PhD student Sara Scott is passionate about improving Indigenous health outcomes through community-driven approaches. She is co-developing an Indigenous peer support model to enhance chronic disease management. #NIPD2024 Learn more: news.ucalgary.ca/news/celebrati…

We had a great time today at Libin Cardiovascular Institute P2 Cardiovascular Research Retreat! Congratulations to Tucker, our incoming master’s student, who won two poster presentation awards 🎉

#ICYMI - We're thrilled to have named our inaugural Catalyst for Change Award winners! Congratulations Kate Farnsworth (she/her), Ryan Hooey and Matt Larsen. We are so lucky to have you as part of our network. diabetesaction.ca/catalyst-for-c…

Many people we encounter have the opinion that diabetes is not a major concern among those who have many other challenges. Unfortunately, Brandi's story is a tragic and unacceptable example of why we do our work: cbc.ca/news/canada/pr…

In our latest paper, led by Dr. Kathryn Wiens, we found striking disparities in diabetes care for people with a history of homelessness. There is a strong need to create and invest in tailored interventions to support this population: diabetesresearchclinicalpractice.com/article/S0168-…

Calgarians experiencing homelessness helped by mobile diabetes screening program calgary.ctvnews.ca/calgarians-exp…

Important Program launch The Alex this morning: 'An absolute gift': Mobile clinic aids task of diabetes management for those in need calgaryherald.com/news/local-new… via Calgary Herald

Discover how TELUS, The Alex, and U Calgary are teaming up to bring critical diabetes screening directly to Calgary's marginalized communities. Read the full article to learn more about this impactful initiative!  🔗 calgary.ctvnews.ca/calgarians-exp…

📣 The new mobile diabetes screening program operating out of the Alex Mobile Care Clinic has launched! A U Calgary, The Alex, TELUS partnership, the pilot initiative will also provide diabetes education & specialty care directly to marginalized communities. Check it out! ⬇️

🎥 Save the date! On Aug 21 from 5:00-6:30PM MST we’re hosting our next online public screening of low, a short film based on the lived experiences of people with diabetes who have been homeless. Register here: vimeo.com/event/4427629/…

📣 Don't miss this upcoming online film screening! Low is a powerful and realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by people with diabetes informed by the research and lived experience of the Calgary Diabetes Advocacy Committee. All are welcome. Read more and register ⬇️

Nudges, a Health Policy Trials Unit project, is looking for participants! This study wants to develop health messages to encourage flu vaccination. To connect with the research team, please visit: research.ucalgary.ca/participate/va…

Today’s the day! Reminder to register to watch this film that highlights the realities of living with diabetes while experiencing homelessness: vimeo.com/event/4427629/…

Don't miss this opportunity, register today.

A team of #UCalgary researchers, led by Dr. David Campbell, along with The Alex Community Health Centre and TELUS Health, partner to launch the Diabetes Mobile Clinic. Read more: ucalgary.ca/news/innovativ… #diabetes #mobileclinic #healthequity #calgary

We’re super excited about this partnership as we provide equitable access to comprehensive diabetes care for all!