Finally! New World Health Organization (WHO) guideline specifies: NO EXERCISE THERAPY for #PostCovid patients if they suffer from POST-EXERTIONAL SYMPTOM EXACERBATION. Hope this will protect more patients from becoming bedbound by wrongly applied #rehab measures like GET Please RT For more info see 🧵⬇️

We are starting a peer support group around substance use health challenges. This group will develop with feedback from you on how we want to structure the group. What do you need in a group supporting substance use challenges? Register with [email protected] or ext. 116

For online Narcan training and more, follow my nonprofit @BeyondDopeProd We have a quick TikTok/Reel Narcan refresher as well but please take a full course with us or another org! instagram.com/tv/CX34RmugNT-…

A non-binary mayoral candidate gets continously misgendered throughout their entire campaign, and is directly attacked by their opponent almost daily. However, the opponent is the only one dealing with "bullies" and "trolls". Give me a fucking break. #ottpoli #ottvote

Hate to be "that guy" (I'm always that guy) but if you've had covid, and have access to a doctor, PLEASE get an immune panel and get your clotting factors checked. Don't let your doctors write off new, weird symptoms as "stress".

I'm a trauma therapist and I work with families of children who are not fine at school. The more stories I hear, the more I am concerned that the strategies which are being used to apparently 'help' can make things worse rather than better. (with Missing The Mark) 1/

The West is still trying to understand #iran ‘s Feminist Revolution happening in real time because it is confined by colonial paradigm of what feminism is—yet in Iran Kurdish & Iranian women are showing the world what feminism is. A thread 🧵

This Thanksgiving is different from the past two under COVID. 1. This year, the virus is way more prevalent, AND more way more immune escaping (from vax as well as past infection). 2. This year, our hospitals are overwhelmed for those unlucky enough to become very ill. 1/8

Spectacular time lapse of the the Eurasian blue tit (Cyanistes caeruleus), From finding and inspecting her new home to raising a family

As the feminist uprising continues across Iran, artists continue to produce incredible art that is inspired by this movement. This poster is by Rashin Kheiriyeh from one the main slogans of these protests: Woman, Life, Freedom

If someone tells you they are being COVID cautious, and they are immuncompromised and therefore avoiding public indoor spaces, events, gatherings, etc and if they agree to meet you outdoors please don't do the following:

Psychiatric Survivors of Ottawa is currently recruiting new members of our Board of Directors. If you are a person with lived experience with mental health/substance use, consider joining us! Deadline for nominees is October 25th 2022. ow.ly/9UVi50KNVB3 for details

This #NationalBrailleWeek we are focusing on accessibility for #VisuallyImpaired people and wanted to share these great tips for venues from Holly.

Many people in our community face barriers when it comes to accessing mental health services. We've helped to bring community partners together to get mental health supports closer to those who need them! Find a location near you: OttawaPublicHealth.ca/NeighbourhoodW…

“Nothing about us, without us” is hollow unless it includes all disabilities and all intersections of disability.

Suicide is in the news again after the recent death of a celebrity. & there are many ppl begging those who are struggling to "reach out" & "get help". While those sentiments are well-intentioned, they aren't always helpful. So, I give to you: Helping a suicidal loved one - a 🧵

AngusByDesign (one of our great WRAP facilitators and member), MAX Ottawa (Community Organisation) and PSO are working together to put on another WRAP group. For more information and/or to register, please contact Angus at [email protected]

A sad day - Rest In Peace and thank you for everything

For a The New York Times story, I'm looking to speak with disabled workers about their experiences requesting accommodations. What are the workplace barriers to accessibility? What could be better? My DMs are open (for the first time in years!) or email [email protected]. Thank you!