BMY Health, Canada

10/23/2025

10/21/2025

Dr. Bushra Anwar, CEO of BMY Health, spoke at the Rotary Fundraising Event on “Pakistan’s Challenges in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.”

Polio eradication remains a shared global responsibility. After decades of progress, losing momentum now due to misinformation or fatigue could undo years of hard-earned gains, putting every nation at risk again. With our frontline teams facing growing challenges and communities showing signs of campaign fatigue, this is the moment to stand together.

Let’s renew our commitment and combine our efforts to . 🌍💪

10/11/2025

🌍 World Mental Health Day- A Message of Solidarity

Today, on World Mental Health Day, we stand in solidarity with a group of future healthcare heroes who are facing immense pressure and uncertainty: International Medical Graduates (IMGs) immigrating to Canada.

Behind every application is a story of immense courage; leaving home, overcoming immense hurdles, and dedicating years to meeting the highest standards of Canadian medicine. They bring invaluable skills and diverse perspectives that are the lifeblood of a robust healthcare system.

Recent policy changes in Ontario have introduced profound stress, exacerbating the already challenging journey for these dedicated individuals. The weight of such uncertainty can be heavy, and it's a reminder that mental health is a collective responsibility.

To all IMGs: Your well-being matters. Your is seen, and your future is valued. Please know that you are not alone. We encourage you to , connect with your , and utilize .

Physician Wellness Support Resource:
https://bmy-health.odoo.com/r/Ohj

At BMY Health, we believe in a healthcare system that is , , and for all who seek to serve within it. We remain committed to advocating for a system where every professional can thrive.

10/01/2025

🧡 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🧡

Today, we honour the survivors of residential schools, their families, and the children who never returned home. The legacy of these institutions continues to shape the health and well-being of Indigenous communities, contributing to disparities in mental, physical, and social health.

Let us mark this day by listening to Survivors’ stories, going beyond land acknowledgments with meaningful action, attending community events, amplifying Indigenous voices, and building partnerships. Reconciliation also means ongoing change; challenging colonial systems, unlearning bias, and taking responsibility for the Land we live and work on.

At BMY Health, we recognize reconciliation as a public health priority. Addressing historic harms, building trust, and listening to Indigenous voices are essential for health programs that are equitable, culturally safe, and effective. We stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities, committed to advancing health equity and creating a healthier, more inclusive future for all.

09/09/2025

We’ve got big news! 🤝✨

Together with our amazing partners at ideas.org.es, we’re launching the Startups Alliance for Transparency in Organizations (SATO)!

We believe that the future of business is open, honest, and built on trust. SATO is our commitment to walking the walk—by sharing our journey, the good and the challenging, and helping other startups do the same.

This is just the start. We’ll be sharing our own transparency reports, building resources, and fostering a community where collaboration beats competition.

Want to follow along or get involved? 👀
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👉 Join the conversation using

09/06/2025

🚀 BMY Health Research Mentoring Program 2025 🚀

Are you a student or healthcare professional eager to kickstart your research career? Join our 4-month immersive program starting October 2025, where you’ll gain hands-on experience through project-based learning combined with guided self-learning. 🌍

🔹 What You’ll Gain
✅ Structured group mentoring sessions, live quizzes & software tutorials
✅ Learning material designed by international experts, accessible via LMS
✅ Work towards publishing in journals & presenting at conferences
✅ Certificate of completion upon achieving milestones
✅ Scholarship opportunity – Top performer gets 25% fee refund 🎓

💰 Training Fees
Canada & Developed Countries: 300 CAD
Pakistan & Developing Countries: 40,000 PKR

✨ Group Discounts
10% off (group of 3) | 20% off (group of 5+)

⏳ Limited spots available! Apply before Sept 15th, 2025

Register: https://bmy-health.odoo.com/r/Pvk
Contact: admin@bmyhealth.com
🎥 Reviews from past interns: https://bmy-health.odoo.com/r/4fd

💙 At BMY Health, we believe in nurturing the next generation of global researchers and health leaders. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your research skills to the next level!

08/30/2025

A word from our alumni, . Saad Bin Altaf, who joined us in the April 2025 cohort. His insights are a testament to our program's impact! 😊
Huge thanks to the mentors for their ultimate efforts Syed Mustafa Ali!

BMY Health, Canada

08/30/2025

A collaborative program of BMY Health Pakistan and Canada, with great hard work demonstrated by our teams in 4 months cohorts! Congratulations everyone for the success 👏

✨ Celebrating the Closing Ceremony of Our Research Internship Program in collaboration with BMY Health, Canada ✨

Today, we successfully concluded another batch of the BMY Health Research Mentoring Program.

Over the past weeks, our interns engaged in intensive training in research methodology, data analysis, manuscript writing, and presentation skills. The closing ceremony was a celebration of their hard work, growth, and resilience.
As part of their journey, interns worked on diverse research projects employing different study designs, including:
🔹 Qualitative phenomenological design exploring self-care practices of diabetes patients — by Aliza, Saad, Farheen, Saba, Mehvish
🔹 Case-control study developing a predictive model to distinguish between high-risk and low-risk cases of lymphadenopathy — by Maryam, Ujala, Saba, Neeta

✨ We also proudly recognized outstanding contributions with special awards:
🏆 Best Intern Awards
Dr. Aliza Hamdani
Dr. Farheen Atif
Dr. Maryam Aftab
🎓 The Top Intern also received a scholarship (25% fee refund).

🌟 Best Mentor Award
Dr. Syed Mustafa Ali

These recognitions were based on a transparent and objective process:
✔️ For interns: 4-month attendance records, peer evaluation scores, and nominations from mentors/admin, focusing on active participation, quality of work, and professionalism.
✔️ For mentors: scores from intern feedback.

While these awards highlight individual strengths, every intern and mentor’s contribution was deeply valued. Each of you played an integral role in this journey, and we are proud of the collective achievements of the entire batch.

🙏 A heartfelt thank you to our co-mentors, instructors, IRB & scientific reviewers, and the coordination team whose guidance shaped this journey — and to our interns for their dedication and passion. Special thanks to Dr. Tahani Zaidi (reviewer for qualitative study) and Dr. Owais Raza (reviewer for quantitative study).

We are also excited to continue supporting our interns through:
📌 Continued access to lectures and resources via our LMS
📌 Audits for ethical closure of projects & knowledge translation activities for effective uptake of findings
📌 Our Alumni Community, a network for collaboration, opportunities, and recognition

At BMY Health, we remain committed to nurturing the next generation of researchers and health leaders. Congratulations once again to all interns — the journey of learning continues! 🚀

08/22/2025

✨ 3-Day Online Workshop:
Qualitative Research Essentials ✨

💡 Designed for students, clinicians, researchers, and NGO professionals eager to learn how to design, conduct, and analyze qualitative studies with international experts.

📅 Dates: Sept 10–12, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30–11:30 am (Vancouver)

✅ Team:
* Facilitator: Dr. Ayesha Zaman, MBBS, MMSc (Harvard University)
* Moderator: Dr. Bushra Anwar, FCPS, Applied Clinical Research Cert. (McMaster University)

💰Fee:
* 60 CAD for Canada & global
* Special discount for IMGs: 40 CAD & for LMICs: 35 CAD
✨ Early bird discount till 31st Aug. Details in registration form.

✅ What you’ll gain:
* Clarity on when and how to use qualitative research
* Art of conducting interviews, focus groups, and observations
* Understanding of coding and thematic analysis
* Strategies for ensuring rigor and trustworthiness

📌 Other benefits:
* Certificate upon completion.
* Networking
* Access to recordings for 1 month

📌 Limited seats | Register now to secure your spot!
https://bmy-health.odoo.com/r/NdZ

08/13/2025

Registration deadline extended till 25th August!

08/08/2025

Advance Your Research Career with the BMY Health Program 2025! 🚀
If you are you a student or health professional (Medical/ Dental/ Public Health/ Allied Health Sciences) eager to sharpen your research skills, this program is for you.
Curated with global collaboration between our teams in Canada and Pakistan, and supported by independent research ethics boards, this 4-month immersive program (starting August 2025) offers real-world, project-based research learning.
🔹 What You’ll Gain:
✅ Learn from a team of international experts
✅ Participate in interactive group mentoring sessions
✅ Get access to our recorded workshops
✅ Work towards publishing your research
✅ Earn a certificate upon successful completion of milestones
✅ Stand a chance to win a scholarship as a top performer 🎓
💰 Training Fees:
📍 Canada and other Developed Countries: 300 CAD
📍 Pakistan and other Developing Countries: 200 CAD

✨ Group discounts available!
A 10% discount is available for each member in a group of 3, and a 20% discount is offered for groups of 5 or more. For more discount options, scan the QR code in flyer.

⏳ Limited spots available! Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your research journey!
🗓Deadline to apply: 15 August 2025
📩 Register now: bmyhealth.ca/register-now
📧 Email us: admin@bmyhealth.com
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07/25/2025

🔬 Self-Care for Researchers: Protecting Your Brain During Intellectual Work 🧠

As researchers, we often equate productivity with long hours of uninterrupted mental effort. But neuroscience tells a different story.

Prolonged intellectual work, especially beyond 4–6 hours a day, can lead to , including buildup of glutamate and reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the brain’s decision-making centers. This impairs clarity, slows thinking, and accelerates fatigue (Wiehler et al., 2022; Cobley et al., 2018). Without recovery, it can compromise long-term mental health.

Here’s how to protect your cognitive health and stay sharp:
✅ Limit deep-focus tasks to 4–6 hours/day with structured breaks (Boksem et al., 2006)
✅ Prioritize sleep, which clears neurotoxins via the glymphatic system (Xie et al., 2013)
✅ Move your body; exercise boosts brain resilience (Radak et al., 2013)
✅ Eat an rich diet: berries, greens, omega-3s
✅ Practice mindfulness, which modulates stress and preserves cognitive control (Goyal et al., 2014)

🧪 Research is a marathon, not a sprint.
Protecting your brain isn't a luxury, it's your most valuable research tool.