Managing type 1 diabetes (T1D) can be challenging for patients, especially those from marginalized populations facing structural inequities. Families affected by T1D often grapple with managing a complex condition that requires continuous monitoring, timely insulin administration, and strict adherence to treatment plans. These challenges can be exacerbated for patients in socioeconomically deprived communities, where access to care and diabetes technology is often limited.
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Human Genomics: What You Need to Know
Presented by Dr. Samuel Aparicio, Nan & Lorraine Robertson Chair, Breast Cancer Research, UBC & BC Cancer Agency; Canada Research Chair, Molecular Oncology; Professor, Dept. of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, UBC. | Dr. Cornelius (Neal) Boerkoel, Clinician Scientist, Genetics & Health, CFRI; Associate Professor, Dept. of Medical Genetics, UBC; Director, Undiagnosed Diseases Program Laboratory, NIH. | Watch here.
Genomics and Medicine: Should You Be Afraid?
Ethical issues & health care challenges related to genomics. Presented by Dr. Anita Ho, Assistant Professor, Centre for Applied Ethics, UBC; Director, Ethics Services, Providence Health. | Shelin Adam, Genetic Counsellor & Researcher, BC Clinical Genomics Network; Coordinator, BC Clinical Genomics Network. | Nancy Makela, Research Nurse, Dept. of Medical Genetics, UBC; Research Nurse, WHRI. | Watch here.
A Genomics Revolution: Personalized Medicine
Genetics & adverse drug reactions, screening for treatable diseases in the genomic age, and is personalized medicine worth the cost? Presented by Dr. Colin Ross, Scientist, Dept. of Medical Genetics, UBC. | Dr. Clara van Karnebeek, Clinical Fellow, Biochemical Genetics, BC Children's. | Dr. Carlo Marra, Associate Professor, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, UBC; Canada Research Chair, Pharmaceutical Outcomes. | Watch here.
Metagenomics: The Microbes in You
Presented by Dr. Robert Holt, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Psychiatry, UBC; Senior Scientist, Genome Sciences Centre, BC Cancer. | Dr. Patrick Tang, Clinical Asst. Prof., Dept. of Pathology/Lab Med., UBC; Medical Microbiologist & Head, Tuberculosis Lab & Molecular Services, BCCDC. | Dr. Stuart Turvey, Clinician Scientist & Co-Director, Immunity in Health & Disease, CFRI; Associate Prof., Dept. of Pediatrics, UBC. | Watch here.
Now That I Know, What Should I Do? Up Close and Personal With Genetic Counsellors
Genetic inheritance & sensitive issues in genetic testing. Presented by Christele du Souich, Clinical Investigator, Genetics & Health, CFRI; Genetic Counsellor, Dept. of Medical Genetics, BC Children's Hospital; Clinical Assistant Professor, Dept. of Medical Genetics, UBC. | Susan Creighton, Genetic Counsellor, Dept. of Medical Genetics, BC Children's Hospital; Clinical Assistant Professor, Dept. of Medical Genetics, UBC. | Watch here.
The Great Debate: Buying Genetic Tests on the Web
Presented by Dr. Tracy Tucker, Fellow, Clinical Molecular Genetics, BC Children's Hospital. | Dr. Millan Patel, Associate Clinician Scientist, Genetics & Health, CFRI; Clinical Assistant Prof., Dept. of Medical Genetics, UBC. | Dr. Sylvie Langlois, Clinical Investigator, Genetics & Health, CFRI; Prof., Dept. of Medical Genetics & Director, Residency Training Program, Medical Genetics, UBC. | Watch here.
