Are you at Toronto General right now? Are you currently getting your free and super duper quick test for Hepatitis C?🤔 If you answered no then get going! We are only here until 3pm! 🕒 pic.twitter.com/7wuOU9NUcU
We are looking for a Hepatology nurse in Asia to work with us planning an International meeting. If you know someone please direct them to one of us. Thx. @hochonggilles @livernursing
It's rare that Hepatitis A infection is fatal. But now we know of a genetic mutation that can do that https://t.co/wERxZH104H @JExpMed #openaccess @RockefellerUniv and collaborators pic.twitter.com/D4VgFje3Ue
This #PBC specific AMA was probably there all along, just not detected until we switched to the AMA-M2 in 2017. Been managing this patient as PBC all along, because that’s what fit clinically. 1) Clinical assessment >> test. 2) Test results dependent on assay…
Thank you to everyone who took the time to come out to our Hepatitis C screening at Toronto Western last week! Don't worry if you missed out, our next screening will be this Wednesday at Toronto General from 10am to 3pm. Hope to see you there 😃
Right about now @paugasol and the rest of the Gasol family are preparing a fruit basket for Eric Moreland that says, “Thanks for not letting Marc fall off the bus.” #WeTheNorthDay pic.twitter.com/btl9HFhxJP
This thread is worth reading if you are interested in OHTs. An unstated implication is that high-quality evaluation is incredibly important if we want to spend our limited resources wisely. https://t.co/CWLznCYSiD
TTC: Take public transit to the parade. Also TTC: Every station on the parade route is closed. Really though, it was crowded!! #WeTheNorth #NBACHAMPS2019 pic.twitter.com/GzhlucJLpk
Happy Monday! Let's be honest - who is just trying sip their morning coffee in peace while slowly recovering from Monday Blues? 🙋♀️ pic.twitter.com/zgYpABLw32
Just waiting for the inevitable Trump inauguration and parade crowd photos, side by side 👀#WeTheNorthDay
#WeTheNorth As a biologist but also a Raptors fan - have to show support. Even tissue sections agree - We.The.North! pic.twitter.com/53IYk3jeMN
Dr. Ted Jablonski's 90-year-old mother has had health trouble recently, slowly losing her will and capacity to be active. But when she began following the Raps' playoff run, things changed https://t.co/fd6bUNLH93 gated #WeTheNorth #WeTheChampions pic.twitter.com/LR8pzI9kJw
One more hour until the end of the work week and we can properly celebrate our victory! Here's a quick #FridayFact for you. Make sure to follow our Instagram @VIRCAN_ca where we will be posting more content like this👇👇 pic.twitter.com/ypmlaGLbN1
What an intense game but we did it! Let's go Raptors! #WeTheNorth https://t.co/U6Jh2CHjLJ
I would like to thank @FredVanVleet’s baby for Toronto’s first @NBA championship. #NBAChamps #WetheNorth
WHY AM I ONLY SEEING THIS PICTURE NOW? pic.twitter.com/rqyeC05cNK
I hope the raptors are updating Kawhi’s software during this timeout. #NBAFinal2019 #Game6ix
This sentiment is 100% correct. Where are the awards for the doctors who go out and just do a damn good job grinding away everyday? https://t.co/xF88WLLHSQ
There are A LOT of raptors fans on this 8 am flight to SFO ! pic.twitter.com/8rpjGc8Nwl
“This is the only chronic viral infection in humans that we can cure. It’s not often modern medicine cures anything.” We are so close to eliminating Hepatitis C as a public health threat - unfortunately, many are still denied access to proper treatment.…
Not a parody account. C’mon @AndrewScheer @SarahFischerDVN , be better. https://t.co/g6U4n3GVmf
A reasoned article in #pharmacare from @picardonhealth. Getting such a major policy implemented will require honesty and acceptance of trade-offs to make it past phase 1 of implementation /via @globeandmail https://t.co/mA5hdS6BJ7
KD is every patient: wristband, gown open at the back, paper thin blankets, off-white walls and minimalist decor, inflatable pillow, probably a jell-o cup and fairlee apple juice on his busted bedside table. https://t.co/eazAQLd5NJ
We're proud to have leading UHN experts in hepatitis, liver cancer, cirrhosis and more at the Toronto Centre for Liver Disease. Congratulations to Drs. Harry Janssen, Jordan Feld, Morris Sherman, Hemant Shah and Gideon Hirschfield for this recognition! @VIRCAN_ca…
Good morning Toronto☀️ Come find us at the Toronto Western Hospital to receive your FREE Hepatitis C screening! We're here until 3pm - hurry, hurry, hurry! pic.twitter.com/RHDguNU7vM
Ordered my first @TimHortons @BeyondMeat sausage sandwich today. A bit dry, very underdressed, pricey, but a step in the right direction for vegetarian protein options. $BYND pic.twitter.com/IG3R4E4yM7
The NASH ambitions of Cymabay Therapeutics hit a wall with the negative outcome of a mid-stage clinical trial. https://t.co/AqqohSskjp
I’m gonna guess the 20th anniversary pic will look nothing like this one. https://t.co/Zyv41c8fwM
The ethnically diverse Toronto Raptors reflect Canada’s largest city, where about half the population is made up of nonwhite immigrants https://t.co/KgizVp1Msc
Great article from 2 of the greats of modern Hepatology! @AutoImmuneLiver @ebtapper @IanARowe @Drfattyliver @hepatoMD @NeilRajJ1 I + others have argued for such robust data on #Liver twitter before. Time 4 the talking 2 end? @EASLedu @_ILTS_ @AASLDtweets @ef_clif @JonelTrebicka…
Bit of context on the Kevin Durant injury cheering narrative...I was at the game. 1) play happened at sideline, half the stadium couldn’t see it, and was cheering for the turnover and play in the other direction. #NBAFinal2019
Incredible #raptors game. But game management really questionable in the final sequence. NFL coaches get scrutinized for clock management, same should go for NBA coaches On the bright side, heading home now to a lot more sleep than I thought. Raps in 6... #WeTheNORTH…
Ok Canadians are still the nicest https://t.co/PbU7PtfVQw
At the game. Fans jeered until they realized @KDTrey5 was hurt. Then there was silence. Then there was a KD chant. #WeTheNORTH #NBAFinals2019
Ummmm @Drake is as tense as everyone else 30 mins before tipoff! pic.twitter.com/MuF4QtsX4s
“If you got to choose what kind of cell you could be today, you probably wouldn’t choose to be biliary epithelium.” -Gideon Hirschfield (@AutoImmuneLiver) Peak nerd 🤓
How to translate unmet need -> science -> better therapies for people, and all the lessons in between. Presented by @AutoImmuneLiver, talking about a #PBC research program. @UofTGastro pic.twitter.com/t0LUnH1wH1
Yes, that’s a Kawhi Leonard jersey and fluoroscopic image of endoscopic ultrasound bile duct drainage in one picture. Represent! #WeTheNorth #NBAFinals2019 pic.twitter.com/hWnFLobdMQ
How @vwaimeih went from hating research in undergrad to becoming a researcher in an area of unmet need in #IBD. Very personal story! pic.twitter.com/czGvzYfev4
Not just outstanding research presentations, but the poise with which the trainees are handling the questions is impressive. A testament to them and their mentors. Even the exceptionally hard ones from @AutoImmuneLiver. #giresearchday @UofTGastro @uoftmedicine
Full house at research day @UofTGastro @uoftmedicine as incoming DDD @UofM_GI_Head provides her tips on being a successful academic (not hemochromatosis). pic.twitter.com/4x8StkaAWT
Recently, I've learned of some nursing and physician colleagues that have left their clinical work, well before retirement. They cite a variety of reasons, most of which relate to the incredible administrative burden and pressures they are tasked to handle. #HealthCare 1/4
#Egypt will now offer comprehensive screening for foreign residents and refugees as part of its strategy to #eliminate #viralhepatitis by 2030. Read more about this fantastic news in this month’s #hepVoice –https://t.co/7aAfWA9ijw . #FindtheMissingMillions…
Want to learn more about viral hepatitis and where to get tested? Visit https://t.co/5e5Qv0YR5G for more information! #EliminateHepatitis #VIRCAN #GetTested pic.twitter.com/xQTnWAQPlY
Did you know that 250,000 people in the GTA have viral hepatitis? We are testing WEDNESDAY, MAY 8 AT TORONTO WESTERN HOSPITAL at the Heliwell Atrium (by Shoppers Drug Mart) from 10 AM - 3 PM Join us and #gettested to #eliminateHepatitis!
The ABCs of Hepatitis by @hepatoMD @UHN Describing some of our successes in treating and trying to eliminate viral liver disease. Moving therapy for Hep B and C closer to the patient? @VIRCAN_ca @GlobalHepSummit @aelsharkawy75 pic.twitter.com/Ejl1t7b64l
Free Hep C testing is back and this Wednesday, March 27 we will be at Toronto General Hospital from 10AM - 3PM. Join us and help #EliminateHepatitis! pic.twitter.com/8VjJg8sWdq
Did you know many Canadians are affected with Hepatitis C & don't even know they have it? Know your status. Join us this WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 at Toronto Western Hospital @ the Helliwell Atrium by Shoppers Drug Mart 10am-3pm for testing. ...Did we also mention that it's…
We happy to have @VIRCAN_ca here with us at the @FairchildRadioT Radiothon — come by the Atrium at Toronto Western Hospital until 3:30 p.m. to get your hepatitis test. pic.twitter.com/SpfqKPAMD8
Have you heard? We're doing free Hepatitis C screening TOMORROW at Toronto General Hospital at the Eaton Lobby from 10am - 3pm! Come join us and help us #EliminateHepatitis. #Knowyourstatus pic.twitter.com/xM30UzECiZ
Like Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B can lead to liver cancer #FridayFacts pic.twitter.com/SWp7Ynh8tT
Happy #HumpDay. Today's #WednesdayWisdom, talks about Hepatitis A in developing countries. pic.twitter.com/7Z7EEnRxAd
#TuesdayTips: Even though there is currently no Hepatitis B cure, there is a vaccine! Have you taken your Hepatitis B vaccination? Talk to your doctor today! pic.twitter.com/kQzRJunN5h
Taking a look at Hepatitis A for today's #WednesdayWisdom pic.twitter.com/VAcDys2bUn
Today's #TuesdayTips is how to prevent Hepatitis E! pic.twitter.com/MdS1hc83jY
Did you know there are different types of Hepatitis? This week, we will be talking about HEV. Otherwise known as Hepatitis E! Happy #MondayMetrics pic.twitter.com/KEIKona4jb
Happy 1st day of February! This week, we've been talking about Hepatitis B and D. Here is today's #FridayFacts pic.twitter.com/onKrW4wms2
BELL LET’S TALK DAY 2019 OFFICIAL VIDEO: Today, every view of this video makes a difference. All you need to do is watch it and Bell will donate 5¢ to mental health initiatives. Share to help spread the word! #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/zVdFiEafYl
Get vaccinated to protect yourself from Hepatitis B! #TuesdayTips pic.twitter.com/fp5PWI1ijc
Happy cold Monday! Here is today's #MondayMetrics. Did you know that 5% of people who have HBV (Hepatitis B) also have Hepatitis D (HDV)? That's a total of 15 – 20 million persons infected with HDV WORLDWIDE. #Hepatitis pic.twitter.com/gEeUicK8sK
Viral #hepatitis B and C are major health challenges, affecting 325 million people globally. Viral #HepB and #HepC are root causes of liver cancer or cirrhosis, but may not show symptoms for a long period. Here is how you can help prevent viral hepatitis. #TestTreatHepatitis…
#Albertans warned of #hepatitisA exposure at hotel, school in Nanton https://t.co/o3KmzagS12
#Viralhepatitis accounts for 1.34 m deaths per year and two thirds of all #livercancer deaths are caused by hepatitis B and C. Find out more on our website. https://t.co/2CkXBYXMNn #NOhep pic.twitter.com/9xE3lAAPVC
Eliminating #viralhepatitis by 2030 will support progress towards the #SDGs. Join our global movement for the #elimination of this global killer. https://t.co/4lF4Xnksmq. #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #Goals #2030Goals #Goal3 pic.twitter.com/sSOsgu3JXo
DID YOU KNOW: VIRCAN is offering a 1 day ROADSHOW in clinics around Toronto?! We are offering a FREE Fibroscan clinic, point of care testing, on site Hepatologist consultations and MUCH MORE! DM us for more information! #EndHepCRoadshow #Hepatitis
Happy Wednesday, everyone! Here is today's #WednesdayWisdom on the Hepatitis B vaccine. #HepatitisB pic.twitter.com/CHSVV9h4AQ
Today's #TuesdayTips features Hepatitis D. Although not as common as Hepatitis A,B and C, it's important to take preventative measures! pic.twitter.com/FR5jZAXcRu
#FridayFacts: In most cases, people who are infected with Hepatitis C may not even experience any symptoms for days, months and EVEN years! That is why getting tested is important because detecting the virus early can help reduce damage to your liver! pic.twitter.com/D2WrNoaOPe
Viral hepatitis accounts for 1.34 million deaths per year Every single one of these deaths is preventable, as we have effective treatment for #hepB and a cure for #hepC Learn more about #hepatitis here: https://t.co/2CkXBYXMNn pic.twitter.com/fSmn6y8ifG
#WednesdayWisdom: People who have chronic Hepatitis B are also at risk of having diseases such as cirrhosis, liver cancer and even death. pic.twitter.com/9N7Hur5f1n
You can get free and confidential testing @BloomClinicPeel https://t.co/M8Has7aUsT
#TuesdayTips: Did you know that there is no Hepatitis C vaccine? BUT there are multiple ways to PREVENT Hepatitis C! - Always wear a condom - Do not share personal hygiene equipment, etc. Even though there is no Hep C vaccine, there are vaccines available for Hep A and B!…
Happy Monday, everyone! Back to the work week! Did you know that there are hundreds of thousands of Canadians living with Hepatitis C and don't even know it?! Get tested today and know your status. #MondayMetrics pic.twitter.com/stqivgUx9h
#FridayFacts and #Funfacts! Did you know people can live with the Hepatitis C virus and not even know they have it?! That's why early screening is important because early treatment can prevent serious liver damage! pic.twitter.com/kgF8DL5x2R
Today, for #WednesdayWisdom let's go back to the basics and learn the definition of "hepatitis" pic.twitter.com/cZw4Bz3oi4
Just another #TuesdayTip! Know your Hepatitis status! pic.twitter.com/RG1eqZvZAO
Happy New Year! Our VIRCAN team would like to wish you all a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year! #Hello2019
Did you know that there is a cure for hepatitis C?! It is one of the few chronic diseases that have a cure! #MondayMetrics pic.twitter.com/Gy6FNokUlP
Hepatitis A can be transmitted in various ways. Hence, it is always important to practice basic hygiene practices such as washing hands when preparing and eating food! #HepatitisA #HepAprevention pic.twitter.com/DzWM5vDmxM
Happy Holidays, everyone! We hope that you all have a safe and wonderful holiday season filled with lots of love and laughter!
Happy Holidays! We wish you all a safe, happy and wonderful holiday season! pic.twitter.com/VkNbo23I46
Happy Monday, everyone! Here is today's #MondayMetrics. pic.twitter.com/NvkNK57eTa
Cirrhosis, which causes severe scarring of the liver, has been found to be a 'silent epidemic' #liver #cdnhealth https://t.co/1b2ZvQWuTi
It's World Hepatitis Day! If you were born from 1945 to 1975 - you should be tested for Hep C. We can only cure those we diagnose.
Viral hepatitis can & must be eliminated. #ShowYourFace on #WorldHepatitisDay to stop 1.34mil deaths per year #NOhep https://t.co/Z0xT6SilwM pic.twitter.com/4Wg8WHJJQC
Moving on from HCV to Zika and MERS coronavirus - @JMPawlotsky continues to drive the antiviral agenda pic.twitter.com/eiG5RK3qib
Research never ends...we're not done even in HCV yet - @JMPawlotsky at IAS-coinfection meeting
If only we could all get the drugs this cheaply...but not the only challenge to HCV elimination. Andrew Hill at IAS-coinfection meeting pic.twitter.com/Q3p9mj3uFk
VIRCAN is a structured academic-community partnership that will address issues throughout the care of viral hepatitis, from diagnosis to treatment to cure.
Based out of the Toronto Centre for Liver Disease (TCLD), one of the largest liver units in North America, the VIRCAN team looks forward to demonstrating how viral hepatitis screening and treatment should be optimized in other urban settings across Canada, and around the world.
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Viral Hepatitis Care Network (VIRCAN) is an initiative of the Toronto Centre for Liver Disease part of the University Health Network that provides liver related healthcare services you need, at the convenience you want and the standards you deserve, right to your doorstep. VIRCAN Clinics are conveniently located in 4 locations around the GTA.
Toronto Midtown Liver Clinic
187 St. Clair Ave. W, Suite 1
Toronto, ON M4V 1P7
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Etobicoke Liver Clinic
817 Brown’s Line
Toronto, ON M8W 3V7
T. 416 503 2626
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Richmond Hill Liver Clinic
328 Highway 7 E., Suite 301
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3P7
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Scarborough Liver Clinic
3030 Lawrence Ave E., Suite 510
Toronto, ON M1P 2T7
T. 416 431 4402
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