AWISH EVENT: Arthritis Rendez-Vous 2024

AWISH organized a Community Information Day, a free public event with numerous community organizations info booths; 3 guest speakers (topics of arthritis & mental health care); door prizes; food & drink; and a chance for community members to meet & greet!
Bill Timmons - Table Kiwanis

On March 24, 2024 AWISH held a community event…

  • Over a dozen organizations had information booths
  • 3 incredible speakers gave educational speeches + held Q&A’s
  • Private one-on-one sessions: Ask the Doctor + Ask the Pharmacist
  • Numerous door prizes were won
  • AWISH raised awareness & received donations from attendees

GUEST SPEAKERS

New Studies on Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dr. Marie Hudson
MD, MPH, FRCPC

Improving Pediatric to Adult Care –
Transition in Young Adults with Rheumatic Diseases

Dr. Elizabeth M. Hazel
OLY, MDCM, FRCPC, MM

Taking Care of Mental Health and Care Givers
Jessica Schiff
MSW

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