Event Details

PHO Rounds: You-CAN: The Youth Concussion Awareness Network

The Youth Concussion Awareness Network (You-CAN) is a novel peer-led concussion education program for Canadian high school students and athletes. Developed and evaluated as a result of research funding secured through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, You-CAN has been successfully implemented across rural and urban communities across Canada, and particularly in Ontario, as a way for schools to meet concussion education requirements inherent to legislation (e.g., Rowan’s Law). This PHO Rounds describes the You-CAN program, shares related research and evaluation findings, and explores opportunities for further implementation and future directions. Check out the You-CAN website for more information.

Presenter(s): Nick Reed

Nick Reed, PhD, OT Reg (Ont) is an Associate Professor in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto where he directs the OAK Concussion Lab and holds a Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Pediatric Concussion. Additionally, Nick is the co-lead for the PedsConcussion Living Guideline for Pediatric Concussion, the Knowledge Translation lead for the TRANSCENDENT Concussion Research Program and is the elected Chair of the International Paediatric Brain Injury Society (IPBIS). His work focuses on developing, delivering and evaluating research, educational and clinical programming specific to youth and concussion. His passion is helping youth do the things they need, want and love to do in their lives.

Disclaimer

The opinions expressed by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies or views of Public Health Ontario (PHO), nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by PHO.

Accreditation

Public Health Ontario Rounds are a self-approved group learning activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC).

Other colleges, including the College of Family Physicians of Canada, Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario and the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors, may accept RCPSC accredited events on a per-hour basis. Please contact your relevant college should you have any questions.

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Accessibility

PHO is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodations to participate in this event, please contact 647-260-7100 or capacitybuilding@oahpp.ca.