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How ‘social prescribing’ is helping vulnerable populations during the pandemic

2 years ago

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How ‘social prescribing’ is helping vulnerable populations during the pandemic

2 years ago
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Duration 2:06

Toronto’s University Health Network has started using ‘social prescribing’ to help vulnerable populations at particular risk of COVID-19 by connecting them with financial help, free groceries and even housing.

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