THE CHALLENGES OF CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE IN ASIA

Hosted by U of T Pre-Medical Society and Global Health Engage (Subcommittee of UTHIP), come out and learn about the challenges faced by healthcare providers in the care of children in developing countries.

Monday, October 26th

7:00 pm – 9:00pm

Health Science Building, Rm.106

155 College Street

Admission: $5 early bird ($7 at the door)

TORONTO: MOM MARCH AGAINST EATING DISORDERS

Hosted by the National Initiative for Eating Disorders (NIED), this event will discuss the existing gaps in our healthcare system when treating eating disorders. The event will feature Dr. Blake Woodside, Medical Director and Co-head of Eating Disorder Program at Toronto General Hospital, as well as Wendy Preskow, President and Founder of the NIED.

Tuesday, October 27th

11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Ontario Legislative Building,

Queens Park M7A 1A2

Admission: Free Outdoors

TURNING UP THE HEAT ON OBESITY AND TYPE II DIABETES

The Toronto Reference Library is organizing a talk featuring Dr. Anthony Scime (Faculty of Health, York University) in a discussion of obesity, body temperature, and stem cells in relation to weight loss and increased insulin sensitivity.

Thursday, October 29th

6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

789 Yonge St.,

Toronto Reference Library Elizabeth Beeton Auditorium M4W 208

Admission: Free

OPHA STUDENTS AND NEW PROFESSIONALS 2015 FALL NETWORKING

The Ontario Public Health Association is hosting its fifth networking event this week where students will get the opportunity to meet with leaders and peers in public health in a casual environment.

Thursday, October 29th

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

89 Chestnut St.,

Chestnut Conference Center, 2nd floor

Admission: Free (OPHA member) / $5 for non-members