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Carek SM. From COVID to Couch Potato: The Importance of Physical Activity Promotion and Education. Fam Med 2023; 55:72-74. [PMID: 36787516 PMCID: PMC10614531 DOI: 10.22454/fammed.2023.255834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/09/2023]
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For many, the lockdowns of the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in drastic behavior changes. While the immediate uncertainty and fear surrounding the initial lockdown has subsided, there are still significant changes to our daily lives and work that may have lasting impact on our health and well-being. One such change is the increase in physical inactivity and sedentarism, a result of decreased group activities, organized events, work and school from home mandates, and physical distancing. Physical inactivity represents one of the strongest modifiable risk factors for poor health outcomes and a preventable cause of early morbidity and mortality from many common chronic diseases. Overall, health care providers are inconsistent and often ineffective at screening and counseling patients on the benefits of regular physical activity. Additionally, there is very little structured curricula for medical learners to address physical inactivity and other lifestyle factors that contribute to the health of our patients. As we adjust to new social practices and behaviors as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is critical that we emphasize the need for education, screening, evidence-based interventions, advocacy, and effective role modeling on the importance of physical activity for our patients, communities, and our own well-being.
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Ouellet J, Lapointe J, Raîche C, Guerin A, Helal S, Fitzpatrick J, Dorval M, Nabi H. Scope of coverage of medical genetics and genomics in pre-clerkship programs of Canadian faculties of medicine: A curriculum analysis. Am J Med Genet A 2023; 191:13-21. [PMID: 36164991 DOI: 10.1002/ajmg.a.62978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2022] [Revised: 09/07/2022] [Accepted: 09/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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We appraised the scope of medical genetics and genomics concepts covered in the pre-clerkship programs of Canadian faculties of medicine through an analysis of course objectives. All course objectives linked to medical genetics and genomics in pre-clerkship programs of Canadian faculties of medicine were compiled. From this, the fraction of objectives dedicated to medical genetics and genomics was calculated. Course objectives were also categorized according to a curriculum and a competency classification. Of the 17 Canadian faculties of medicine, the complete set of course syllabi (5 faculties) or the listing of learning objectives (4 faculties) were obtained and reviewed. The fraction of learning objectives dedicated to medical genetics and genomics varied between 0.65% and 5.05%. From the objectives classification, "foundational knowledge" was most frequently covered (64% of the compiled objectives), while topics such as: "ethics and professionalism," "communicate genetics information," and "obtain specialist help" were covered by less than 5%. Coverage of medical genetics and genomics in pre-clerkship programs of Canadian faculties of medicine appears to be low. Genetics and genomics are playing a rapidly expanding role in healthcare and clinical practice and educational programs should consider this new reality.
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Affiliation(s)
- Jade Ouellet
- Faculty of Medicine, Université Laval, Québec City, Québec, Canada.,Oncology Division, CHU de Québec-Université Laval Research Center, Québec City, Québec, Canada
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- Oncology Division, CHU de Québec-Université Laval Research Center, Québec City, Québec, Canada
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- Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Université Laval, Québec city, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Medical Genetics, Department of Pediatrics, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Medicine, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Oncology Division, CHU de Québec-Université Laval Research Center, Québec City, Québec, Canada.,Faculty of Pharmacy, Université Laval, Québec city, Québec, Canada.,CISSS Chaudière-Appalaches Research Center, Lévis, Québec, Canada
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- Oncology Division, CHU de Québec-Université Laval Research Center, Québec City, Québec, Canada.,Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Université Laval, Québec city, Québec, Canada
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Kleinheksel AJ. Medical schools don't change; people do. CANADIAN MEDICAL EDUCATION JOURNAL 2022; 13:1-4. [PMID: 35875448 PMCID: PMC9297248 DOI: 10.36834/cmej.75637] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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