The CPBS clinic is dedicated to helping those in distress due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While every individual has a social responsibility to engage in physical distancing to help “flatten the curve,” it is also essential to remember that SOCIAL CONNECTION is more important than ever. PHYSICAL DISTANCING ≠ SOCIAL ISOLATION. Most of us are fortunate enough to have technology to continue to make social connections while simultaneously helping health care workers in an overburdened health care system. Please stay home and do your part to support essential workers and those most vulnerable in society. Fear mongering and panic will not help. Spread kindness, love, and support to others as we ride out this crisis TOGETHER (e.g., family, friends, neighbours, acquaintances, complete strangers).

It is also important to stay informed by following accurate information based on science and research that is provided by credible sources and experts in the field. Please try to avoid unfamiliar websites or biased online discussion groups in which people share stories or post information that may or may not be true. That is, be cautious when considering the reliability of the content you come across and fact check the information posted on social media (e.g., Facebook, Instagram and Twitter).