EVENTS HISTORY 2020
The following is a list of events that the IHLCDP has sponsored or presented during the year. Many of our presentations and workshops are available to view as a video or audio recording on our Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention YouTube channel, so if you missed the event you can still access the information. For events that have a recorded presentation, just click on the button link.
December 2
Fighting flu: Experts talk about viruses and flu vaccine
Abstract: This panel of experts share information about their studies related to viruses, influenza vaccine safety and improving flu vaccination coverage.
An Expert Panel Webinar – Virtual IHLCDP Research Café
November 20
Presenters:
Barb Pesut, PhD, RN
Research Chair in Palliative and End-of-Life Care for Frail and Rural Adult Populations;
Professor, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan
Paxton Bruce, UBCO Master’s student in Interdisciplinary studies
Abstract: COVID-19 has deeply disrupted the relationships between hospice volunteer and their clients. In this presentation we share findings from a qualitative exploration of the experiences of clients and volunteers of virtual volunteering in the COVID-19 context.
A Research to Practice Webinar co-sponsored by the Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention and the North Okanagan Hospice Society
November 5
Presenters:
Kathy Rush, PhD, RN
Professor, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan
Eric Li, PhD
Associate Professor of Marketing, Faculty of Management, UBC Okanagan
Abstract: The RHE-SETS team conducted an online survey in summer 2020 to gather information about the challenges rural living people are facing during COVID-19 and how technology is being used. Over 270 people participated in the survey. Top priorities and frequently described challenges are presented.
A Partnership in Research Webinar sponsored by the Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention
October 22
Being creative for health and wellbeing
Presenters:
Virginie Magnat PhD Associate Professor, Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies, UBC Okanagan
Tania Willard MFA Assistant Professor, Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies, UBC Okanagan
Karen Ragoonaden PhD Professor of Teaching, Okanagan School of Education, UBC Okanagan
Abstract: This presentation focuses on projects developed by members of the UBC-funded “Culture, Creativity, Health and Well-Being” Research Cluster. These projects honour diverse forms of knowledge and experiences; promote intergenerational and cross-cultural community connectivity; and valorize the contributions of those who have traditionally been marginalised or excluded from health-related arts-based qualitative research.
A Partnership in Research Webinar co-sponsored by the Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention
October 13
Colour outside the lines: Compassion in the 21st century
Presenter:
Shane Sinclair, PhD, Associate Professor
Cancer Care Research Professor
Director, Compassion Research Lab
Faculty of Nursing, University of Calgary
Abstract: The context of health care has changed dramatically in contemporary times within our resource constrained, high-paced and economically driven healthcare systems. As a result, receiving and providing compassion is increasingly challenged, with the proliferation of opinions on compassion overshadowing actual research on the topic within healthcare. Colour outside the lines is an opportunity for a collective unlearning of what we have come to know about compassion by providing an overview of patient informed research conducted within the Compassion Research Lab in order to determine what compassion is, what it isn’t, how it can be measured and how one of the oldest ways of caring can be revitalized into the 21st century.
A Research to Practice Webinar co-sponsored by the Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, the Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology, and the North Okanagan Hospice Society
May 5
A Life Well Lived is a Life Well Planned
Presenters:
Laurel Gillespie, MBA Director, Advance Care Planning Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA)
Ryley Garagan, BPR (Hon) Communications Officer, Advance Care Planning Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association
Abstract The presentation focuses on the Advance Care Planning Capacity Building project underway to help people prepare for their future needs. A review of the development of the Pan-Canadian Framework and new resources for lawyers and the general public is made and Advance Care Planning public awareness campaigns and special projects are also shared.
A Research to Practice Webinar co-sponsored by the Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention and the North Okanagan Hospice Society
April 14
Assessing the quality of community-based palliative care: Perspectives from families, decision makers and researchers
Presenter:
Dawn Guthrie, PhD
Professor, Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education;
Department of Health Sciences, Wilfred Laurier University
Abstract To address the need for a standardized method to assess quality of palliative care in Canada, a three-year project was launched to develop and test a set of quality indicators for community-based palliative care. Preliminary results are discussed in this presentation.
A Research to Practice Webinar co-hosted by the Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention and the North Okanagan Hospice Society
March 20
Pathways to transformation in Long-term care
Presenter:
Carole Estabrooks,CM, PhD, RN, FCAHS, FAAN
Professor & Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Knowledge Translation
Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta
Abstract Learning Health systems, research partnerships, and strategies for scaling innovations are among topics that are explored in a review of the Translating Research in Elder Care research program
A Visiting Scholar Webinar
March 18
Healthy adult aging and balance: Where do we stand?
Presenter:
Brian Dalton, PhD
Assistant Professor, School of Health and Exercise Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan
Abstract Approximately one out of every four older people encounter a fall per year, which can lead to serious injury. Balance is an important aspect for activities of independent, daily living. This talk explores an overview of the underlying causes of age-related falls risks and discuss potential factors that may enhance standing balance control.
A Partnership in Research Webinar
March 11
Muscle fatigue: Does age impact performance?
Presenter:
Alex Yacyshyn, PhD candidate
School of Health and Exercise Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan
Abstract Fatigue that develops within muscles during physical activity can impact quality of daily living, particularly in older adults. This presentation covers an overview of age-related changes to the nervous and muscular systems and the effects on muscle fatigue. Data from a recent UBCO study investigating the differences in muscle fatigue for males and females across the human lifespan is also be presented.
A Partnership in Research Seminar
February 25
New frontiers at end-of-life: Evidence on Canadian nurses’ experience with Medical Assistance in Dying
Presenter:
Barb Pesut, PhD, RN
Canada Research Chair, Health, Ethics and Diversity;
Professor, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan
Abstract A team of Canadian nursing research and policy leaders, supported by an international group of co-investigators, undertook a three-year study (2017 – 2020) of Canadian nurses’ experience with MAiD. The findings from nurses who were interviewed about their thoughts and experiences of this new end-of-life option are presented.
A Partnership in Research Seminar
January 28
Mental health service use experiences among youth at Foundry Kelowna
Presenters:
Shelly Ben-David, PhD, Assistant Professor
School of Social Work, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan
Chantal Vien, MSW student
School of Social Work, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan
Abstract A qualitative study conducted at Foundry Kelowna looking to understand first-person perspectives on engagement with mental health services among youth with mental health problems.
A Partnership in Research Seminar
January 23
Getting Home: Stories of navigating rural access to healthcare in the interior of British Columbia
Presenters:
Katrina Plamondon, PhD, RN, Assistant Professor,
School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan
Kim Peake, PID
Research Navigation and Community Facilitation Lead
Interior Health Research Department and BC SUPPORT Unit Interior Centre
Abstract People living in rural communities shared their experiences related to navigating complex transitions to access routine or urgent healthcare services. Their stories are presented with insights the stories provide into equity issues and opportunities for strengthening networks to meet diverse needs.
A Partnership in Research Seminar
January 21
Tobacco industry tactics for drawing in youth to vaping
Presenter:
Laura Struik, PhD, RN, Assistant Professor,
School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, UBC Okanagan
Abstract
What marketing tactics are used to get young people vaping? This presentation explores the results of a study that took a deeper look at e-cigarette advertisements.