Moving Through Menopause Webinar Series: Exercise to Promote Women’s Brain Health
Date: March 24
Time: 11:30am PST / 2:30pm EST
Explore the latest fascinating research on cognitive health with Dr. Liu-Ambrose, whose research findings have been implemented into clinical practice, community programs, and international practice guidelines and recommendations to promote healthy aging.
You’ll come out of this webinar with an understanding of how exercise and other lifestyle interventions, promote better cognitive health and mobility outcomes as you age. Learn how to apply these findings to your own menopausal journey and overall well-being!
About the Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose:
Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose, PhD, PT, Professor, is a physical therapist and a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Healthy Aging at the University of British Columbia, Department of Physical Therapy. She directs the Aging, Mobility and Cognitive Health Laboratory and the Vancouver General Hospital’s Falls Prevention Clinic (www.fallsclinic.ca). Dr. Liu-Ambrose is Co-Director of the Centre for Aging SMART at VCH. She is a Canadian Academy of Health Sciences Fellow and member of the College of New Scholars, Artists, and Scientists, Royal Society of Canada.
Know Endo: Shining a Light on Endometriosis and Why Awareness Matters
Date: March 25
Time: 9am PST / 12pm EST
Join our educational webinar featuring Katie Luciani, Executive Director of The Endometriosis Network Canada, in recognition of Endometriosis Awareness Month. Endometriosis affects an estimated 2 million people in Canada, yet many live with symptoms for years before receiving a diagnosis.
In this webinar, we will deepen our understanding of what endometriosis is, why awareness matters, and how we can move beyond awareness to meaningful support in our workplaces, families, and communities.
About the Katie Luciani:
Katie Luciani (she/her) has been the Executive Director of The Endometriosis Network Canada since 2019. Prior to assuming her current role, Katie has dedicated herself to supporting the Canadian endometriosis community since 2014, as a volunteer and as a member of the board of directors. Katie began her journey with endometriosis at the age of 11, but only received a diagnosis when she was 27 years old. Katie believes that all people who live with endometriosis deserve to be heard, and most importantly, deserve to live a hopeful, happy and productive life.