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Understanding Hypertension in the Black Community
Hypertension affects Black Canadians at disproportionately higher rates. This guide explores the latest research, culturally competent treatment approaches, and lifestyle changes that make a real difference.
Dr. Amara Johnson
Cardiology · 8 min read
The latest from Black Physicians of Canada.
New Resources Added to the Black Health Hub
An update on new articles, tools and opportunities available in the Black Health Hub.
National Conference: Save the Date
The next BPC national conference is coming. Details will be shared soon.
Chapter Update: Building Community Locally
An update on how local chapters are bringing members together across the country.
Useful resources you can put to work.
Use practical tools, guides, and conversation supports to help you ask questions, understand your options, and move through care with more confidence. Tools to help patients self-advocate: checklists, scripts, and system navigation guides.
Appointment Preparation Checklist
A one-page checklist to help you prepare for a medical appointment.
DownloadPersonal Medication List Template
A simple template for keeping track of your medications and sharing them with your care team.
DownloadHealth Canada: Finding Health Services
Information from Health Canada on how health services are organised and accessed across the country.
OpenBuild understanding from evidence.
Explore research, reports, data, and insights that deepen understanding of Black health, Black physicians, and healthcare systems.
Why Race-Based Data Matters in Health Research
An introduction to how collecting race-based data responsibly can help identify and address gaps in care.
How to Read a Research Summary
A primer on the parts of a research summary and the questions worth asking as you read.
Community Partnerships in Health Research
How partnering with communities can make research more relevant, respectful and useful.
Clear, practical health information.
Preventive Screening: Questions to Bring to Your Appointment
A short guide to the questions that can help you get the most out of a screening conversation.
Mental Health Basics: Knowing When to Reach Out
An overview of everyday mental health and the many ways to find support that feels right for you.
Healthy Eating on a Busy Schedule
Simple, culturally rooted ideas for making balanced meals part of a busy week.
Webinars, training and sessions to keep learning.
Webinar Recording: Mentorship in Medicine
A recorded session on building strong mentorship relationships at every career stage.
WatchWorkshop Recording: Leadership Foundations
A recorded workshop introducing core leadership skills for physicians.
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Preparing for Residency Interviews
Practical steps for preparing for residency interviews with confidence.
Programs, funding and calls to apply for.
Call for Mentors: Join the BPC Mentorship Program
Experienced physicians are invited to mentor students, residents and early-career physicians.
Research Participation: How to Get Involved
How community members and learners can take part in health research that matters to them.
Scholarship Application Tips for Medical Learners
Practical tips for putting together a strong scholarship application.
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