Category Archives: Physical Activity

Free Public Health Talks for 2020: The Empowering Patients Program

Posted on January 19, 2020 by

The Empowering Patients Free Public Talks for 2020 with Dr. Davidicus Wong   Monday, February 3rd, 2020 The Keys to Positive Change Tommy Douglas Library in the Edmonds neighbourhood   Monday, February 24th, 2020  The Patient-Doctor Relationship Bob Prittie Library … Continue reading →

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Four Ways to Give

Posted on December 22, 2019 by

  The perfect gift is the one most needed. This season, consider four gifts that we often take for granted. Mobility and Physical Independence Unable to stand or walk without crutches, I’ve been dependent on my family these past two … Continue reading →

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HEALTHY PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Davidicus Wong

Posted on October 7, 2018 by

Empowering Patients: HEALTHY PHYSICAL ACTIVITY  Davidicus Wong  We were made to move. When we don’t, our health suffers. When we do, we thrive.  7  BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Decreases your risksfor heart disease, stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer. … Continue reading →

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Healthy Physical Activity . . . One of the 4 Foundations of Self-Care

Posted on May 9, 2017 by

In celebration of Burnaby’s Move for Health Day this Wednesday, May 10th, join our family doctors and community members of every age for the Burnaby Division of Family Practice’s 2nd annual Walk With Your Doc. I’ll be presenting a free … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Move for Health day: Walk With Your Doc!

Posted on May 9, 2016 by

To celebrate Move for Health Day in Burnaby on Tuesday, May 10th, I’ll be presenting a talk, “We Were Made to Move” at 1 pm at the Edmonds Community Centre (at 4585 Albert St, Burnaby) and again at 5:45 pm … Continue reading →

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Achieve your potential in health

Posted on April 18, 2016 by

  When we think about health, many consider it from the negative. The focus is on symptoms, injuries, illness or disease. Many approach their healthcare the same way. They see a doctor or other healthcare provider mainly for the treatment … Continue reading →

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What do you know about heart failure?

Posted on March 25, 2016 by

What do you know about heart failure? If you’re like most people, not enough. In fact, it is believed that most people who have heart failure are not even aware of it. It is estimated that 30% of those who … Continue reading →

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