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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · 24d

The Government of British Columbia's proclamation of World Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week is the only province or territory to do so. I would like to acknowledge and sincerely thank them for being a leader in recognizing the critical importance of raising awareness for mitochondrial disease.

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · 27d

A week ago, my wife & I returned home after a 14,100 km trip across Canada. It was incredible and the only way to see the beauty of Canada. Today, as I took the dog for her walk, I stopped at the park near our house to appreciate the beauty of our small part of Canada.

Kelowna, BC, Canada

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · 29d

The day’s light coming to an end. Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada.

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Sep 5

Persistent pain awareness is critical; too many healthcare systems and providers are ignorant of the complexity of chronic pain. This leads to patient dismissiveness and treatment abandonment, which leads to increased suffering. We must do better.

#YourPainIsReal #WeBelieveYou

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jul 26

Today’s A Path Forward post is about the publication of our latest pain-related suffering article. I’m very pleased that it is a feature article and the key figure is on the cover. The linked article is in the post and is open access.

www.facebook.com/share/p/1Ghq...

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jul 22

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”~Ferris Bueller, 1986

Yesterday has passed and tomorrow is not guaranteed so today is the best time for you to do the things you want to do.

Reposted by Keith Meldrum

Pete Moore @paintoolkit.bsky.social · Jul 21

To make it easier, I have put all Pain Toolkit Academy Q&A Podcasts (both video/audio) under one link and will update as and when they are recorded.

www.paintoolkit.org/news/article...

Any questions about pain self management, please send via www.paintoolkit.org/contact

@keithmeldrum.bsky.social

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jul 11

It was only 10:30 AM and Parker had already had it enough for the day.

#labradoodle

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jul 9

While I agree, this one, not so much though 😀.

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jul 9

What’s a labradoodle to do on a cold and wet summer’s day.

Poor Parker.

#labradoodle

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jul 8

Today’s A Path Forward post is about adaptation. When living with chronic pain and/or other long-term health conditions, life is about adapting. Adaptation is finding a way forward during difficult times.

www.facebook.com/share/p/16nZ...

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jul 4

Just a labradoodle and her emotional support toy moose.

#labradoodle

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jul 2

Kelowna, British Columbia Canada Day 2025 temperature. For the metrically impaired, this is 96.8° F.

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jul 1

Happy Canada Day. Canadians are well known for our reservedness, politeness, & kindness; some of the foundational traits that make us Canadian. We are also very patriotic, in a quieter way than some nations. We let our support of our fellow Canadians & those of other nations speak for itself.

Reposted by Keith Meldrum

Pete Moore @paintoolkit.bsky.social · Jul 1

Myself @keithmeldrum.bsky.social and Dave Oxley would like thank everyone who has been sending in the questions for the Weekly Pain Toolkit Q&A Session 6th July

This weeks guest is Susan Schellinck an OT 🇨🇦

Please send in your Pain Self Management related questions to www.paintoolkit.org/contact

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jun 30

Today’s A Path Forward blog post is on the wisdom and insight of Sir William Osler (Canadian physician and 1 of the 4 founding professors of Johns Hopkins Hospital) on the foundations of supporting those living with persistent pain.

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jun 28

A labradoodle in repose. Here we see Parker enjoying her backyard on a mild early summer afternoon.

#labradoodle

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jun 25

Today’s A Path Forward blog post is about the positive effects of deep breathing on running and pain.

Deep breathing can be a simple but effective way to positively manage our bodies.

tinyurl.com/3suxae4s

Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jun 20

Today’s A Path Forward blog post includes a short video as I share my thoughts on meaningful movement, while doing one of my meaningful movements.

tinyurl.com/akyma235

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Reposted by Keith Meldrum

Pete Moore @paintoolkit.bsky.social · Jun 17

Questions sent in for our Q&A session 15th June 2025

Watch video for the answers sent in from patients and healthcare professionals www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmyI...

@keithmeldrum.bsky.social

#SelfmgtLIVING-Works

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jun 15

More great questions on supported self-management for @paintoolkit.bsky.social (Pete Moore) and me to answer. Please give it a watch/listen and share with your networks.

Pete Moore @paintoolkit.bsky.social · Jun 15

Excellent Q&A with @keithmeldrum.bsky.social this afternoon, answering questions sent in from patients and healthcare professionals.

Video youtu.be/YmyInAtBeRU?...

Audio soundcloud.com/paintoolkitg...

Pain Toolkit Q&A Sunday 15th June 2025

YouTube video by Pain Toolkit

youtu.be

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jun 12

Today’s A Path Forward blog is on self-compassion when living with a long-term health condition(s). Self-compassion is not selfishness, it’s an understanding of one’s limitations and a willingness to work within them. Self-compassion is A Path Forward.

tinyurl.com/mur9fk6f

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jun 11

Today’s blog post is about sharing knowledge on the lived experience of pain with basic graduate and post-graduate students. It’s always such an enjoyable experience.

www.facebook.com/share/p/1GVK...

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · Jun 7

Canadian casualties: 359 killed & 1074 total casualties, including wounded & captured. We cannot & shall not allow the passage of time to diminish our gratitude & debt Canadians owe to those who served, especially those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Lest we forget 🇨🇦.

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Keith Meldrum @keithmeldrum.bsky.social · May 29

A dog on her pillow, sleeping on her toys in the sunshine. I’m not sure if life gets any better.

#labradoodle

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