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Join Family Caregivers of BC in Vancouver as we celebrate National Caregiver Month with an afternoon of connection, reflection, and caregiving stories!

This special gathering brings family caregivers and community members together to share stories, enjoy food, and recognize the vital role caregiving plays in our communities.

The event will also feature the soon-to-be-released book "Courage to Care: Ripples of Love in Action", a collection of reflections, poems, stories, and artwork exploring the lived experience of care across Canada. Supported by the Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network (PLAN) and informed by the work of community organizer and author Al Etmanski, the project highlights experiences of care, connection, and community across the country. Guests featured in the collection will also share their stories during the event.

The afternoon will include a light lunch and refreshments, time for informal connection and conversation, a facilitated caregiver circle, visual and storytelling elements from the book,…

Join thousands of runners and walkers at the Vancouver Sun Run, one of Canada’s most iconic 10K events! Whether you're racing for a personal best or simply enjoying the energy of the city, this celebration of fitness and community brings people of all ages and abilities together.

Experience the excitement of running through the streets of Vancouver, cheered on by enthusiastic crowds and live entertainment along the route. Lace up your shoes and be part of a tradition that inspires health, connection, and unforgettable moments.

Register here : https://www.vancouversunrun.com/

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Canadian adults spend an average of 9.3 hours a day sitting, exceeding the national recommendation of no more than 9 hours of sedentary time.

Only two in five adults meet the guideline - 35% of men and 49% of women.

Read the report: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/251017/dq251017b-eng.htm

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Ethnic minorities in England less likely to have access to diabetes tech. The Guardian covered a new study published in Diabetic Medicine demonstrating that people from ethnic minority groups in England face significantly lower rates of continuous glucose monitor (CGM) prescribing despite higher type 2 diabetes risk. This health services research points to structural inequities that could affect outcomes even when effective tools exist.

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‘Concerning’ disparities in access to continuous glucose monitors despite black and south Asian people being more likely to live with condition