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SUMMARY:Transdiagnostic approaches vs precision health in neurodevelopmental conditions: perfect match or irreconcilable differences?
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Anagnostou will explore the intersection of transdiagnostic approaches and precision health in neurodevelopmental conditions. With significant investments in both precision medicine and needs-based care\, how can learning health systems reconcile these two approaches? This talk will examine emerging data\, recent innovations\, and ways to integrate these frameworks to improve care for children and youth with neurodevelopmental conditions.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/transdiagnostic-approaches-vs-precision-health-in-neurodevelopmental-conditions-perfect-match-or-irreconcilable-differences/
CATEGORIES:Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T080251Z
UID:7826-1743510600-1743514200@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:National Healthcare Provider Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of National Caregiving Day\, the Canadian Home Care Association (CHCA) is hosting the National Healthcare Provider Workshop on\, which will bridge insights from Hope for the Best\, Plan for the Rest (McMaster University) and the CHCA eiCOMPASS Project\, highlighting the transformative work of both initiatives.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/national-healthcare-provider-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Events,National,Patient Focused,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250402T140000
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CREATED:20250326T034907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T034907Z
UID:7835-1743598800-1743602400@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Information Session: 2025-2026 Funding Opportunity for Rare Disease Registry Improvement
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/information-session-2025-2026-funding-opportunity-for-rare-disease-registry-improvement/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Healthcare,National,Patient Focused,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T083000
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CREATED:20250326T033414Z
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UID:7832-1744014600-1744018200@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Child Health and Wellness Seminar: Discovery Series: Understanding Mental Health and Neurodiversity Through Systems Neuroscience
DESCRIPTION:Understanding and supporting mental health and neurodiversity requires insight into the brain systems that regulate attention\, motivation\, mood and thought. Dr. Gruber’slab studies the brain’s role in these functions and how they are shaped by risk factors such as stress\, inflammation and abused drugs. \n 
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/child-health-and-wellness-seminar-discovery-series-understanding-mental-health-and-neurodiversity-through-systems-neuroscience/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Healthcare,Patient Focused,Provincial,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250407T110000
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CREATED:20250403T022042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T022042Z
UID:7888-1744020000-1744023600@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiving Essentials Webinar: Mapping a Brighter Future for Canadian Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/caregiving-essentials-webinar-mapping-a-brighter-future-for-canadian-caregivers/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Healthcare,Patient Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T110000
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CREATED:20250403T022159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T022159Z
UID:7891-1744196400-1744200000@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Five Good Ideas to support and benefit from working caregivers in your workplace
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/five-good-ideas-to-support-and-benefit-from-working-caregivers-in-your-workplace/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Healthcare,National,Patient Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250410T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250410T150000
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CREATED:20250403T023036Z
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UID:7900-1744293600-1744297200@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:RDI: Leveraging the EML for Access to Rare Disease Treatments
DESCRIPTION:The WHO Essential Medicines List (EML) is a critical instrument for advancing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by ensuring equitable access to essential medicines. However\, its role in rare disease treatment remains under-recognized. This webinar will explore how the EML can serve as a powerful tool to improve access to treatments for persons living with a rare disease (PLWRD) at both global and national levels. \nWebinar Objectives: \n\nGain a deeper understanding of the WHO Essential Medicines List and its significance for rare diseases\nLearn about the findings from RDI’s Essential Medicine Working Group on challenges\, best practices\, and opportunities for regarding the application process of EML\nHear about call-to-action to enhance global and national access to essential medicines
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/rdi-leveraging-the-eml-for-access-to-rare-disease-treatments/
CATEGORIES:Healthcare,International,Patient Focused,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174401
CREATED:20250325T074400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T074400Z
UID:7811-1744295400-1744300800@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Thinking Outside of Your In Box: Innovative Fundraising Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Leadership in rare disease advocacy requires creativity and resourcefulness. This session highlights unconventional fundraising strategies and case studies of successful campaigns. Participants will discover how to secure funding through innovative approaches\, such as partnering with non-traditional sponsors\, and receive actionable tips to implement these ideas in their own organizations.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/thinking-outside-of-your-in-box-innovative-fundraising-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Patient Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250417T110000
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CREATED:20250403T022642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T022642Z
UID:7897-1744884000-1744887600@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:ACE Inhibitors as a Cardioprotective Treatment in Dystrophinopathies.
DESCRIPTION:Join C-PATH on April 17\, noon ET\, for an insightful presentation by Dr. Karim Wahbi\, Professor of Cardiology at the University of Paris and head of the Reference Center for Neuromuscular Cardiomyopathies. Dr. Wahbi specializes in the clinical management of cardiomyopathies\, with a focus on neuromuscular diseases like Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/ace-inhibitors-as-a-cardioprotective-treatment-in-dystrophinopathies/
CATEGORIES:Healthcare,National,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250424T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174401
CREATED:20250422T184202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T184202Z
UID:8034-1745496000-1745501400@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch N’ Learn: Talking Research with Patient Partners
DESCRIPTION:Join this virtual workshop on Zoom on April 24\, 2025\, at 12:00 p.m. (EST) to develop communication skills for engaging with patient partners in research. \nHosted by the HBHL EDI Trainee Committee\, the session features medical librarians and a patient advocate sharing insights on plain language and patient-oriented research. \nPresenters: \n\nSabrina Burr\, MISt – Librarian of the Neuro-Patient Resource Centre at The Neuro-MNI\nPaule Kelly-Rhéaume – Medical librarian at the McGill University Health Centre\nJoAnne Mosel\, CPA – Advocate in the Rare Disease space with over 30 years of experience
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/lunch-n-learn-talking-research-with-patient-partners/
CATEGORIES:National,Patient Focused,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250425T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250425T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174401
CREATED:20250421T215541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T215541Z
UID:8007-1745580600-1745584200@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating Conflict with Care: Building Stronger Patient Engagement Teams in Research
DESCRIPTION:​Conflict is a natural part of teamwork—but in family engagement in research\, how we navigate it matters. Join them for a compassionate conversation on resolving conflicts in family engagement teams\, fostering trust\, and strengthening collaboration.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/navigating-conflict-with-care-building-stronger-patient-engagement-teams-in-research/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,National,Patient Focused,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20250429T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20250429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174401
CREATED:20250318T022412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T022412Z
UID:7708-1745913600-1745942400@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Health Data for All of Us: A Public Dialogue on AI in Health
DESCRIPTION:Join the conversation about key ethical\, equity and privacy challenges related to AI and health!
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/health-data-for-all-of-us-a-public-dialogue-on-ai-in-health/
CATEGORIES:National,Patient Focused,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174401
CREATED:20250325T074724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T074724Z
UID:7814-1745913600-1745942400@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Health Data for All of Us: A Public Dialogue on AI in Health
DESCRIPTION:Join HRDN conversation about key ethical\, equity and privacy challenges related to AI and health!
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/health-data-for-all-of-us-a-public-dialogue-on-ai-in-health-2/
CATEGORIES:Events,Healthcare,National,Patient Focused,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250429T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174401
CREATED:20250123T225518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T225535Z
UID:7417-1745913600-1746118800@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Save the Date: Rare Disease Day 2025 Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/rare-disease-day-conference/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Conferences,Healthcare,National,Patient Focused,Policy,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250429T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174401
CREATED:20250421T215244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T215244Z
UID:8004-1745920800-1745924400@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Neurodiversity in the Workplace: 6 Principles for Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create a more inclusive workplace for neurodivergent employees with our 6 principles! \n 
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/neurodiversity-in-the-workplace-6-principles-for-inclusion/
CATEGORIES:International,Patient Focused,Research Focused,Virtual,Webinars
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