Newswise — TORONTO – University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s #1 hospital and a leading healthcare institution dedicated to providing exceptional patient care & advancing biomedical research, and YouTube Health, a global initiative committed to making high-quality health information available, are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership aimed at delivering timely, reliable & accurate health information to Canadians.
With this collaboration, UHN and YouTube Health seek to empower individuals with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being. The partnership will leverage UHN’s expertise in healthcare and YouTube Health’s commitment to delivering trustworthy content to create a comprehensive platform that addresses the diverse health needs of the Canadian population, from coast to coast to coast.
We are pleased to unveil the launch of our first collaboration – a series of 31 French language videos: L’UHN Explique: La Rage / UHN Explains: Rabies (youtube.com/uhntoronto)
Key highlights of the partnership include:
Accessible & Authoritative Information: Through a user-friendly platform, Canadians will have access to a wealth of health information validated by UHN’s medical and research experts, ensuring that users can confidently navigate a variety of health topics with accuracy and ease.
Multi-Platform Content Delivery: The collaboration will utilize various channels, including online and social media platforms, to disseminate valuable health information. This multi-platform approach aims to reach a broad audience and bridge gaps in health literacy across a variety of demographics.
Tailored Approach: The partnership will prioritize the creation of content that addresses the unique health concerns of Canadians. From preventive care to managing chronic conditions and the latest research in a variety of disease areas, the platform will offer a wide range of resources catering to the diverse health landscape of the country.
Dr. Kathryn Tinckam, UHN’s Physician-in-Chief, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration,