Price increase effective September 1, 2017

Personal training packages and add-on sessions, may be used for up to one year from date of purchase. Buy now and save!

We have a dedicated team of Certified Fitness and Wellness Professionals available to help you achieve your personal best. The packages listed below have been put together to make personal training affordable and provide opportunities for everyone.

For more information visit humberrec.prestosports.com/services/membership
Or call the office at 416.675.5097

Continuing Education with the School of Hospitality, Recreation & Tourism proudly welcomed the Delta Family Resource Centre on Wednesday, July 5th for the first day of its “Thinking Outside the Box” workshop. The main objective of this program is to give high school students who experience barriers in their lives that might prevent them from going to post-secondary education an opportunity to experience college. Continuing Education with the School of HRT aims to inform students about the different programs offered and inspire students to pursue post-secondary education. 

This workshop is a series of culinary skills classes, giving students the opportunity to work with high level chefs in professional settings, while allowing them to explore unique career options. As part of the program, this group of students learns to prepare their own dough, pizza sauce and ultimately a pizza meal to enjoy. The next session with this group occurs on Wednesday, July 12.

The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) has recently introduced Partnership Engage Grants to better address the short-term needs, challenges and opportunities of researchers and institutions. The grants will have a value of between $7,000 and $25,000, and strongly emphasize the relevance to, and involvement of, partner organizations.

The deadline to submit applications for the inaugural competition is September 15, 2017. Successful applicants will be notified in December 2017.

If you are interested in applying for a SSHRC Partnership Engage Grant, please review the funding guidelines and contact:

Krista Holmes
Associate Dean, Applied Research & Innovation
krista.holmes@humber.ca 

Melanoma Prevention and the Importance of UV Protection
Being Careful About Sun Exposure Can Save Your Life

Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer, most often caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from sunshine or tanning beds that lead to the formation of malignant tumors.

Melanoma (sometimes called malignant melanoma) is highly curable when it is discovered early, but is much more likely than other forms of skin cancer to spread if left untreated. It begins in melanocytes, which are specialized skin cells that produce a brown pigment called melanin. These cells darken when exposed to the sun, a protective response to protect the deeper layers of the skin from the sun’s harmful effects.

RISK FACTORS

While melanoma only accounts for about one percent of all skin cancers, it accounts for the vast majority of skin cancer deaths. Risk factors include a weakened immune system, fair skin or having a large number of moles, as well as family history.

But the most common cause of melanoma is exposure to UV light. A history of sunburns, particularly during childhood, or excessive exposure to sunlight, may increase an individual’s likelihood of developing melanoma.

PREVENTION TIPS

• Always seek the shade, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• Do not allow your skin to burn.
• Avoid tanning and UV tanning beds.
• Cover up with clothing, including a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses.
• Use a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day. For extended outdoor activity, use a water-resistant, broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
• Apply sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every two hours or immediately after swimming or excessive sweating.
• Examine your skin from head-to-toe for moles every month.

With your Best Doctors benefits, a meticulous review of your medical case gives you an easy-to-understand report that either confirms your diagnosis and treatment or recommends a change. If you have concerns about melanoma or the effect of UV rays, Best Doctors is your one-stop shop for eliminating uncertainty and getting additional guidance on your health and wellness.

For more information, call 1.877.419.2378 or visit bestdoctors.com/canada.