good health and wellbeing

good health and well-beingthis societal impact focuses on ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all ages.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 recognizes that ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being at all ages is essential to sustainable development. lakehead supports good health and well-being through the development of health human resources, by conducting extensive research and outreach related to health in the regions we serve, partnering with local, regional and national partners, and by reviewing and changing our own practices. 

collaborations and health services

3.3.1 current collaborations with health institutions
does your university as a body have current collaborations with local or global health institutions to improve health and well-being outcomes?
 
阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 actively collaborates with local, national and global health institutions to enhance health and well-being outcomes.  our partnerships and joint initiatives encompass various areas of health research and practices. examples of some current initiatives by lakehead researchers include:
 
local
 
dementia café: supporting those affected by dementia
dr. elaine wiersma, associate professor in the department of health sciences, leads the north west dementia working group. her research in self-management of dementia led to the development of the dementia café, a community space to share and inform dementia-related experiences, needs and challenges.  more information on the project can be found here.
 
national
 
palliative care access for vulnerable populations
dr. lynn martin leads a national project to improve access to palliative care for underserved populations by identifying gaps in services, and developing recommendations for patients, caregivers and health care providers.  more information on this project can be found here.
 
epid@work - interventions to manage mental health disorders in the workplace
阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s enhancing the prevention of injury and disability (epid@work) is continuing current collaborations with the thunder bay district health unit (superior mental wellness @ work) on identifying, developing, implementing and evaluating tools and interventions designed to mitigate the impacts of mental health disorders on workers and workplaces.
 
global

imaging techniques enhancing disease detection
dr. mitchell albert has developed new imaging techniques that provide clearer pictures of lung function and blood flow in the brain.  through improved mri imaging this work could lead to better personalized medicine and diagnostics for conditions.  more information on this project can be found here.

3.3.2 health outreach programmes
does your university as a body deliver outreach programmes and projects in the local community (which can include student volunteering programmes) to improve or promote health & wellbeing including hygiene, nutrition, family planning, sports, exercise, aging well, and other health and wellbeing related topics?
 
阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is deeply committed to delivering outreach programs and projects in the local communities we serve.  these initiatives encompass a wide range of topics including improving and promoting health and well-being, hygiene, nutrition, sports and youth exercise.   our programs include:
  1. activeu:  activeu is a comprehensive recreational multi-sport and activity camp designed for children in grades 1-6. the program integrates various sports, health, and well-being components, all while maintaining a strict no-bullying policy. we warmly welcome children from local and regional communities, including those facing socio-economic barriers, as well as newcomers and refugees, fostering an inclusive camp environment.
  2. activeu electives:  in collaboration with local school boards, activeu electives provide physical games and activities for 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 in grades 1 through 8.  these sessions are organized by varsity athletics and activeu staff and offer teachers valuable resources for promoting physical fitness and well-being in the classroom.
  3. sports-specific camps lakehead offers sports-specific camps led by varsity coaches and student-athletes.  these camps are designed to accommodate children with varying skill levels and abilities.  the programs run year-round and are open to children and youth aged 3 to 18, providing fun and educational experiences. 
  4. achievement program:  through partnerships with local and regional school boards, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s achievement program addresses barriers faced by elementary school 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 from disadvantaged socioeconomic backgrounds.  in partnership with activeu, achievement program 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 are eligible to register for 1 free week of summer camp. the camp day includes recreational hands-on educational activities and cultural programming for kids in grades 4 – 8. snacks, lunch, and transportation from home schools are all provided at no cost.  by actively participating in the achievement program until their final year of high school, 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 become eligible for financial assistance.  this financial support covers the costs associated with their first year of university tuition in any undergraduate program, removing one of the significant financial obstacles that often hinder their access to higher education. the program extends beyond financial aid, offering mentorship, guidance, and resources to empower 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 and foster their academic success.
3.3.3 shared sports facilities
does your university as a body share sports facilities with the local community, for instance with local schools or with the general public?
 
阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 's thunder bay campus features the c.j. sanders fieldhouse (15,000 sq ft), wolf den (30,000 sq ft) and the hangar (50,000 sq ft) facilities which include: gymnasium, fitness centre, swimming pool, cardio room, outdoor sports fields, beach volleyball courts, running track, artificial turf, climbing room, weight training, aerobic and cardio areas.  outdoor facilities such as the volleyball courts and soccer field are available to the public on a first-come first-serve basis at no charge. the public can also purchase a membership or day pass to access these facilities using the link found here.  
 
the university offers a number of paid and free programs for children and youth, including sports day camps, birthday events, and school outreach programs such as "activeu" which provides children and youth in the community access to the sports facilities on campus to play sports and receive coaching and leadership skills.
 
lakehead orillia 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 are eligible for a “fun pass” that allows access to the orillia recreation centre. 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 have access to the fitness centre, drop-in recreational programs, and access to all facility amenities, including an indoor walking/jogging track, gymnasium & aquatic centre.

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3.3.4 sexual and reproductive health care services for 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛
does your university as a body provide 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 access to sexual and reproductive health-care services including information and education services?
 
阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 provides free medical health services to 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 through its student health and wellness centre including sexual health services such as sexual health, education, sexually transmitted infection testing, birth control, pregnancy testing and male health. 
 
in addition to healthcare services, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s office of human rights and equity provides advocacy for 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 concerning the protection of human rights, including issues related to sexual violence and reproductive information.
3.3.5 mental health support for 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛
does your university as a body provide 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 with access to mental health support?
 
阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is committed to supporting the mental health of its 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 and staff through a holistic health and well-being approach.  阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s wellness strategy acknowledges that prioritizing health and wellness interventions is key to promoting success within the classroom and in the workplace. 
 
faculty and staff at the university have access to the employee and family assistance program (efap), along with 24/7 telephone support for mental health concerns. 
 
世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 enrolled at 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 benefit from the services provided by the student health and wellness office, where they can access a wide array of services such as counselling, health services and wellness programs, all available at no cost to 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 . 
 
the student health and wellness office actively engages in health promotion services which focuses on education, promotion and advocacy to support student health and academic success.  through collaboration with 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , faculty and community agencies health promotion initiatives offered include:
  • health education
  • physical activity
  • nutrition promotion
  • mental health and peer support
  • immunization
  • sexual health
  • wellness programs
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3.3.6 smoke-free policy
does your university as a body have a ‘smoke-free’ policy?
 
阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is dedicated to creating a healthy, safe and cleaner environment for all individuals on campus and has established a smoking on premises policy and recreational cannabis on premises policy to prevent exposure to second-hand smoke.
 
through these policies, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 commits to providing resources for smoking cessation programs to support 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , faculty and staff in their efforts to quit smoking. 
 
however, it is important to note that 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is not entirely a smoke-free campus.  the university does allow for the on-campus use of burning the four sacred medicines as part of indigenous spiritual practices for personal use or during cultural and educational events.  this accommodation is outlined in the indigenous cultural ceremonies policy.
 
specifically, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 supports indigenous cultural ceremonies on campus that involve the use of the four sacred medicines including but not limited to personal use, one-on-one counselling sessions, opening/closing prayers for events, smudging, feasts, sacred circle gatherings, sacred fires, pipe ceremonies, pow wows, drumming and singing.
 
therefore, while 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 promotes a smoke-free environment for general tobacco and cannabis use, it recognizes and respects the cultural significance of the four sacred medicines in indigenous practices and provides accommodation and protocol for their ceremonial use on campus.
3.3.7 mental health support for staff

does your university as a body provide staff with access to mental health support?

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is committed to supporting the mental health of its staff and 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 through a holistic health and well-being approach.  阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s wellness strategy acknowledges that prioritizing health and wellness interventions is key to promoting success within the workplace and classroom. 

faculty and staff at the university have access to the free employee and family assistance program (efap), along with 24/7 telephone support for mental health concerns. 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 also offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees which includes mental health supports.  

to support indigenous staff and 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 and promote cross-cultural understanding, the office of indigenous initiatives also coordinates an “elder in residence” program which invites an indigenous elder or knowledge keeper to provide traditional knowledge, cultural guidance, cultural teachings and counselling to staff and 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 .

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