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Action On Pain

The Action On Pain podcast takes a closer look at the implementation of An Action Plan for Pain in Canada.Launched by Health Canada to address the needs of people living with pain, the plan set out clear goals for improving prevention, care, education, and research.

Podcast · By Jennifer Daly-Cyr, Keith Meldrum, and Virginia McIntyre · American English · Official site

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Sep 29, 2026
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  1. Episode · Sep 29, 2026

    Exploring the Intersection of Childhood Pain, Trauma, and Chronic Pain Management in Canada with Dr. Melanie Noel (opens the original)

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    In this episode of the Action On Pain podcast, Virginia, Keith, and Jennifer welcome Dr. Melanie Noel, a pediatric pain scientist and clinical psychologist from the University of Calgary. Dr. Noel shares her research on how childhood pain experiences and trauma shape chronic pain in adulthood. The conversation explores trauma-informed care, the power of language, and the importance of empathy in healthcare settings. Dr. Noel also connects her work to Health Canada's Action Plan for Pain, emphasi

  2. Episode · Sep 22, 2026

    From Research to Practice: The Chronic Pain Network’s Impact (opens the original)

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    Season two of the Action On Pain podcast kicks off with an insightful conversation featuring Brandon Van Dam and Dr. Norm Buckley from the Chronic Pain Network (CPN). They discuss CPN's strategic priorities, including patient engagement, multi-site clinical trials, community-based pain care, and knowledge mobilization for policymakers. A highlight is Pain Connect, a platform linking researchers with people living with chronic pain to support meaningful collaboration. Throughout the episode, the

  3. Episode · Sep 8, 2026

    Repost: From Research to Reality with Dr. Hance Clarke and Dr. Tania Di Renna (opens the original)

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    In this week's episode of Action on Pain, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Hance Clarke and Dr. Tania Di Renna to discuss the Canadian Pain Society’s (CPS) new strategic plan and its alignment with Health Canada’s An Action Plan for Pain in Canada. They highlight CPS’s commitment to improving pain management, advancing research, and fostering education and engagement with people living with pain. The conversation explores CPS’s inclusive approach, measurable goals, and vision for global lead

  4. Episode · Sep 1, 2026

    Repost: A Physiotherapist’s Holistic Approach to Pain with Tori Etheridge (opens the original)

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    In this week's episode, Virginia, Jennifer, and Keith revisit their conversation with physiotherapist Tori Etheridge about advancing chronic pain care in Canada. The discussion explores gaps in pain education, the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, and the development of new core competencies for clinicians. Tori emphasizes patient-centred care and the need for shared knowledge among healthcare professionals. The episode highlights ongoing efforts to reduce stigma, improve teamwork,

  5. Episode · Aug 25, 2026

    Repost: Inside the Pediatric Pain Management Revolution with Dr. Christine Chambers (opens the original)

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    In today's episode of Action on Pain, Jennifer, Keith, and Virginia revisit their conversation with Dr. Christine Chambers, a leader in pediatric pain research. Together, they discuss the evolution of children’s pain care in Canada, the creation of the Solutions for Kids in Pain (SKIP) network, and the importance of translating research into real-world solutions. The episode highlights the power of collaboration and knowledge sharing to improve pain management for children and families. – Links

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