Are you a patient of UHN’s RBCD clinic who is interested in joining the Hub? If yes, we have a number of ways for you to participate!
Join the RBCD Hub’s Editorial Committee
The RBCD Hub’s Editorial Committee consists of staff and patients of the University Health Network’s (UHN) Red Blood Cell Disorders (RBCD) clinic. This committee guides and informs website content. Our activities include:
Attending Virtual meetings (about once every two months)
Participating in an Email List
Providing Input on Hub Content
Developing Story Ideas
Reviewing content
You can speak with any member of your RBCD care team to get connected!
Share your Content!
At this time, we are inviting patients of the UHN’s RBCD clinic to participate in the Hub’s Editorial Team. You can speak with any member of your RBCD care team to get connected. We will reach out to you and have a conversation about your ideas.
If you have any comments or questions, you can email RBCDhub@uhn.ca. We will be periodically reviewing this email account. Please note, we cannot respond to health or social care matters through this email account.
Need Clinic Support?
The best way for UHN’s RBCD patients to get access to medical, social, and transitional support is to contact the RBCD clinic.
If you have or suspect you have a health problem, please consult your family physician. If you have or suspect you are experiencing a health emergency, please promptly visit a hospital Emergency Department in your area.
Need Immediate Support?
This website is not monitored 24/7. Your life is valued. For immediate emotional support, contact any of the following numbers.
Distress Line (GTA): Call 416-408-4357
Gerstein Crisis Centre (Toronto): Call 416-929-5200
Kids Help Line (29 and Under): Call 1-800-668-6868 or Text 686868
Naseeha Helpline: Call 1-866-627-3342
Trans Lifeline: Call 1-877-330-6366
Warm Line: Call 1-888-768-2488
Assaulted Women's Help Line: Call 416-863-0511
Crisis Services Canada: Call 1-833-456-4566
Crisis Text Line: Text 741741
Emergency: 911 or Visit Nearest Emergency Department