Engage with the leading experts on heart and lung care in a free upcoming public forum
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BC heart and lung health advocates have joined forces to create a rare opportunity for the public to meet face to face with medical and environmental health pioneers. Join forum hosts Global TV’s Dr. Art Hister and reporter Aaron McArthur as they help our experts shed light on the latest thinking on heart and lung health.
When
Saturday, March 10, 2012Morning session: 9am to Noon
Afternoon session: 12.30pm to 3pm.
Where
Versailles Ballroom, Sutton Place Hotel, Vancouver, BC
Registration
Both morning and afternoon sessions are free, but seating is limited. Please e-mail Kelly Ablog-Morrant at [email protected] or phone 604-731-LUNG (5864) to reserve your seat.
Information
Morning Forum (9am to Noon): Heart and Lung Health for Children and Families
BC’s first baby heart transplant – one mother’s story - Elaine Yong, Mother and Global TV Reporter
Cardiac Surgery in infants & children – advancing pediatric care - Dr. Sanjiv Gandhi, Surgeon, BC Children’s Hospital
Child obesity, physical activity & nutrition – the need to act now - Dr. Jean-Pierre Chanoine, BC Children’s Hospital
Afternoon Forum (12:30 to 3pm): Tips for Maintaining Healthy Hearts and Lungs
Air pollution – how what we breathe impacts our health - Dr. Ryan Allen, Assistant Professor of Environmental Health, SFU
Stress management – what new research reveals - Dr. Wolfgang Linden, Psychologist, UBC
High blood pressure – why you need to know your numbers - Dr. Nadia Khan, Internal Medicine, UBC