Is the COVID-19 Vaccine Safe for People with Spinal Cord Injury?
With the roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccination program underway in BC, and around the world, we have received a number of questions from our community on the safety and efficacy of vaccines for people with spinal cord injury. This is a summary of what we know.
The Spin Doctor: How Do I Manage My Periods with a Spinal Cord Injury?
“I was injured late last year and missed my period for several months. Now it’s back and it feels a lot more complicated to manage – got any tips?” Read on for answers in our Spin Doctor series.
Pressure Relief: New Pressure Ulcer Treatment Heals Fast
What if we told you that a daily sprinkling of a fine white powder on your open pressure ulcer might cut the healing time in half, or even more? Read more about Amicapsil, a compound that has a growing number of highly satisfied users with SCI.
New Amendments to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Legislation
What are the new Bill-C7 amendments to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) legislation and how can you get involved?
Sweat Your Pain Away: How Exercise Can Help Alleviate Chronic Pain
A new scoping review published recently by BC researchers suggests that physicians treating chronic pain for patients with SCI should consider prescribing physical activity and exercise, along with medications.
Gerry Price – My Monthly Donation is a Gift for the Future
Now that I’m a little older I think back on everything and believe we need to give back—that’s why I’m a monthly donor. SCI BC has always been there for me and it’s really important to make sure this continues for younger people.
Comeback Cowboy: How an Injured Rodeo Rider Got Back on the (Adapted) Saddle
After his 2015 rodeo injury, Kevin Cunin didn’t know if he’d ever be able to ride again. Thanks to his own perseverance and a little help from his friends, he’s back in the saddle—and chasing down a career in cattle ranching.
Heavy Burden: The Cost of Prescription Medicines
We’ve always known that Canadians with SCI shoulder hugely unfair costs when it comes to prescription medicines. But now a Canadian research team has determined just how much that burden is…
New Connections: Our Annual Report 2020
Another year has come and gone – and what a year it’s been. The SCI BC Annual Report 2020 highlights our accomplishments, shares peer stories and showcases the amazing community connections we’ve built during a particularly unique and challenging year. We hope you enjoy it!
Tips For Working With Your Condo’s Strata Council For Common Area Accessibility
Getting your strata to understand about accessibility and to cooperate can be challenging to say the least. Here is how one SCI BC peer successfully lobbied their strata council for accessibility improvements.
Emergency Essentials for People with Disabilities
People with disabilities face unique challenges when it comes to emergency preparation, evacuation, shelter, and the recovery process. By planning ahead you can more confidently protect yourself when disaster strikes.
Anything But Ordinary: A Look Into SCI BC Peer Passions
A look into six SCI BC Peers from across the province who are breaking barriers in unusual sports or passions.