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Tomorrow is the #AFHTO2022 early bird deadline
After tomorrow, registration fees increase for both in-person and virtual.
- NE/NW ED networking session added– this session will be held 8:30-9:30 am on Oct. 12 along with those already announced- BSM, Toronto Central and Southwest regions. EDs and Admin Leads can register for them as part of conference registration or update your registration using the link in your confirmation email.
- Register an individual or team for the conference
- Members get more than 50% off registration. Email us if you haven’t gotten your verification code.
AFHTO annual report featuring your stories
We released our 2022 annual report in the notice for our annual general meeting sent to the triad yesterday. Read for a reflection on the ways primary care teams have continued to rise to current challenges and lead the way in future health and social care delivery.
OurCare national survey launched
Dr. Tara Kiran, a researcher from MAP Centre for Urban Health Solutions (Unity Health Toronto), and St. Michael’s Hospital Academic FHT physician, is leading an important project on the future of primary care. As part of the project, she is conducting a research survey to hear from people across Canada about their experiences and priorities. Study findings will be shared with policymakers and used to shape a blueprint for the future of primary care in Canada.
Help the study team hear from as many people as possible. Use these materials to encourage patients and the public to take the 15-minute research survey.
School immunization programs
Due to the pandemic, there have been disruptions to school-based vaccine programs in Ontario. The Ministry of Health put out a guidance document to communicate the extended eligibility for publicly funded vaccines for school-based programs and there are informational webinars coming up to learn more about the issue.
Click here to register for upcoming events and to view resources regarding vaccines for school-aged children.
Wellness check: dealing with transitions and managing stress materials
We cohosted this webinar with CMHA on Sep. 15. Due to the sensitive and interactive nature, no recording is available, but you can access the worksheet and other resources here.
Bill 7 implementation memo and more
Recent updates include:
- RE: Bill 7 Implementation to Support Ontario’s Plan to Stay Open: Health System Stability and Recovery- EN and FR– MLTC, MOH and OH, Sep. 14, 2022
- Appendix: Summary of ALC Regulation Changes- EN and FR– Sep. 14, 2022
- LTCH Admissions for ALC Patients Field Guidance for Placement Co-ordinators – EN and FR– Sep. 14, 2022
We continue to update several pages on our site with resources and news:
- Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates– the original page, with news and updates
Reminder- UpToDate price changes coming in October
AFHTO members are able to save on an individual subscription to UpToDate® and optional add-on products. (*Savings on annual and longer subscriptions only and based on subscription type).
WoltersKluwer has informed us a price increase will go into effect October 1 for members, so now would be a good time to subscribe.
EDs and Admin leads, if you need additional information to access these discounts, please email info@afhto.ca.
Next B&P after #AFHTO2022
Staff will be busy preparing to welcome you to the conference next week, so the next newsletter will be sent Oct. 18-19, the week after the conference.
Feedback requested on new quality standards – surgical site infections and eating disorder
- Surgical Site Infections – draft quality standard and patient guide available for review from September 9 to 30
- Eating Disorder – draft quality standard and patient guide available for review from September 26 to October 17
AFHTO 2022 Conference, Oct. 12, 2022
Join your peers from across Ontario and beyond as we reconnect and reimagine, moving forward together.
Members get more than 50% off registration. Register with your verification code here.
Community of Practice: Infection Prevention and Control in Primary Care, Oct. 4- 31, 2022
Quarterly (CoP) meetings hosted by Public Health Ontario to support Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) programs in Primary Care settings.
Sessions will be held on several dates and times for different regions. Find out more here.
Trillium Primary Health Care Research Day, Oct. 14, 2022
In-person at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Find out more here.
Social Prescribing Conference: Current Practices & Community Conversations, Oct. 20, 2022
Virtual conference hosted by the Alliance. Find out more here.
Practical Evidence for Informed Practice, Oct. 21-22, 2022
Family medicine rapid fire conference. Find out more here.
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