A "pandemic primer" is a concise and introductory guide that provides essential information about pandemics, covering key terms, concepts, and processes related to the spread of infectious diseases on a large scale, .
Poliomyelitis (polio) is a highly infectious viral disease caused by the poliovirus, which primarily affects children under five years old. The virus spreads through the fecal-oral route and can cause paralysis in severe cases. Thanks to global vaccination efforts, polio has been eradicated in most parts of the world, but it remains a concern in some regions.
Discovery Days in Health Sciences is a one-day event that gives high school students and teachers the opportunity to explore a variety of career options in medicine and the health sciences.
Organized by The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame, the day comprises a dynamic keynote lecture, hands-on workshops, and a career panel discussion. Students gain a clear picture of what it would be like to be a health professional by interacting with researchers, clinicians and educators in their real-life work setting.
High school students throughout BC can now experience Mini Med School online at any time and from anywhere.
Mini Med School is a science outreach and public education program. Each course curriculum is designed to give a basic understanding of the field while exploring up-to-the-minute basic science research, clinical applications, and social and ethical implications related to that field.
A directory of services to help youth research and focus on educational and career options.
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