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COVID-19 collaborative home monitoring program resources now available
Related to this recently launched program, Georgian Bay FHT has provided resources to help other members set up their own program, including CHMP pathway, patient information handouts and EMR assessment forms.
Happy Psychology month
To all our Psychologists, thank you for looking out for Ontarians’ mental health throughout the pandemic. Happy Psychology Month!
Reminder- The Ontario Psychological Association is also still working with AFHTO to improve access to psychological services in times of need. Last spring, they activated the Disaster Response Network to connect essential front-line workers who needed support from psychologists. Until March 31st, Ontario physicians, nurse practitioners and FHTs may still refer essential workers with no or limited health benefits directly to OPA or inform patients to call 211 to be connected to a psychologist within 48 hours. Up to 6 counselling sessions are offered at no cost.
Supply Ontario survey
The government recently established Supply Ontario, a single integrated supply chain across the public sector that will leverage the province’s purchasing power to provide greater value and consistent access to high-quality products and services.
They’re asking for input to help identify where there may be opportunities to improve the value that the agency can deliver for your organization and patients, through better supply chain processes. Deadline February 24.
Interprofessional primary care during COVID-19: a survey of the provider perspective
Thank you to those who participated in the survey led by Drs. Catherine Donnelly (and Jordan Miller and Rachelle Ashcroft. An article has now been published, with input from our own Sandeep Gill.
Correction- Anti-racism webinar series open to members
Hosted by Central Brampton FHT’s mental health team & CMHA Toronto Opening Doors Project, Anti-Racism – What is it and Where do you fit in? is a webinar series with four consecutive episodes, which offers an opportunity to explore our own individual identities and how it relates to practicing anti-racism:
- Part 1: Reflecting on our own Identities -Feb. 17 AND 24
- Part 2: Building Bridges: Anti-Racism 101- Mar. 3 AND 10
Members are welcome to attend.
COVID-19 vaccine fact sheet, cancer screening update and more
Recent updates include:
- COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet – EN and FR– Ministry of Health, Jan. 29, 2021
- Updated tip sheet for primary care providers resuming cancer screening– streamlined version- Ontario Health (Cancer Care Ontario), Feb. 4, 2021
- February 6th Update on COVID-19 Vaccination Roll Out– AFHTO, Feb. 6, 2021
- Videos from our own members including STAR FHT’s Dr. Sean Blaine, Wawa FHT’s Drs Jami Shaffaf and Sean Robinson, and Parry Sound FHT’s Dr. Prichard
- COVID-19 CoP – February 5, 2021- Resource List– OCFP, Feb. 5, 2021
We continue to update several pages on our site with resources and news:
- Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates– the original page, with news and Ministry situation reports (please note that the Ministry Situation Reports on COVID-19 are posted daily so review them to better understand the provincial response)
- COVID-19 Vaccination Information
- COVID-19 assessment centres in Ontario
- COVID-19 information for Patients, Caregivers and the Public
- Infection control resources and tools for primary care
- H+K Memos and Insight Notes on Government Press Releases
- Management and operations, human resources and COVID-19
- Mental health and wellness during COVID-19
- Providing Comprehensive Care During COVID-19
- Resources for Re-opening
- Virtual Care, Digital Health and COVID-19
Reminder- primary care virtual groups webinar, Feb. 17, 2021
This webinar is in collaboration with two FHTs transitioning in-person programs to virtual. Scarborough Academic FHT will share how they transferred their CBT skills group for depression and anxiety to online along with the benefits and challenges.
Arnprior FHT is presenting on how they modified an in-person Cardio-Pulmonary Rehab to Virtual in their rural community. In this webinar they will share their patients’ thoughts and feelings on the program adjustment, discussing wins and struggles along the way. Register here.
Trans health mentorship call
Rainbow Health Ontario’s Trans Health Mentorship call is a teleconference every other week for Ontario clinicians to connect with peers who have experience caring for trans and non-binary service users.
The call is open to any professional (physician, nurse, social worker, mental health worker, etc.) who is or will be working with trans and non-binary service users. Learn more here.
Infection prevention and control at work: basic awareness training
A new online training program is now available to help Ontario workers recognize infection hazards in the workplace and what can be done to prevent them. Developed in consultation with infection control consultants and epidemiologists, this free, 30-minute eLearning program from Public Services Health & Safety Association equips workers with knowledge in how infections spread and what action can be taken to protect themselves and others in the workplace.
Microsoft Teams update
AFHTO continues its conversations with Ontario Health on extending the Microsoft 365 licensing (which includes Microsoft Teams) to AFHTO members. Ontario Health is working through the details with Microsoft, and they are considering affiliate licensing that would be made available through a licensing provider. AFHTO will advise members when the affiliate licensing has been set up, along with the details on the discount pricing (hopefully before fiscal year end).
PHAC webinar: emerging issues on covid-19 vaccines: allergies, anaphylaxis, and low dead volume syringes
Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) webinar hosted by the National Collaborating Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCCID):
English Session
February 10, 2021 1pm-3:00pm EST
Register: Click here
French Session
February 12, 2021 1pm-3:00pm EST
Register: Click here
Previous Public Health Agency of Canada COVID-19 vaccine webinars for health care providers can be found here.
Engaging and supporting caregivers in primary care teams: working together to improve outcomes and enhance the patient, caregiver, and family experience, Feb. 25, 2021
Cohosted with Ontario Caregiver Organization, this webinar will highlight resources and opportunities for teams to support and engage caregivers.
Waiting Room Revolution – A Podcast About Unlocking the Secrets to a Better Illness Experience
Drs. Hsien Seow and Samantha Winemaker share the stories of patients and families’ serious illness journeys. Listen to the first 4 episodes today.
Goal Management Training for Treatment of Executive Dysfunction, Feb. 19, 2021
Learn more about the intervention, research, and models to deliver Goals Management Training virtually. Learn more here.
Recognizing and Managing Anxiety Disorders in Primary Care during COVID-19, Feb. 9, 2021
Ontario Health webinar with experts in the field and resources about how to support patients presenting in primary care with symptoms of anxiety. Register here.
Personal Resilience for Hospice Palliative Care, Mar. 3, 2021
Learn how to enhance personal resilience during even the most challenging times.
Find out more here.
Advancing Excellence in Transgender Health, Mar. 4, 2021
The aim of this conference is to bridge this gap and provide information and resources to better equip Nurse Practitioners providing care to Gender Diverse individuals. The highlight is hearing the patient perspective. Find out more.
Advance Care Planning & Goals of E-Learning Modules, Available until Mar. 31, 2021
The HPCO is offering their e-modules on person-centred decision making for a limited time. Register before the end of March to access the resources. Learn more here.
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