(Through Rose-Coloured Glasses)<\/p>\n
Dr. Donald Low passed away on September 18, 2013, seven months after being diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. We wish to express our heartfelt condolences to Dr. Low’s family.<\/strong><\/p>\n Dr. Low was one of Canada’s leading microbiologists, best known for his pivotal role in helping Toronto respond to the SARS crisis. Eight days before he died, Dr. Low participated in a video interview in which he talks candidly about his experience facing the end of his life, including his concerns about being able to die with dignity. Please take a moment to watch.<\/strong><\/p>\n (The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer )<\/strong><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=q3jgSkxV1rw<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n In this stormy sea of life<\/strong><\/p>\n You are the anchor, the captain<\/strong><\/p>\n To steer us through SARS<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0A leader, educator<\/strong><\/p>\n Using science, calamity<\/strong><\/p>\n To beat back that ferocious tiny virus<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0Once a teacher, always a teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n Beyond the grave, you made us ponder<\/strong><\/p>\n The precious of life, the control of own destiny<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n The ship sails on<\/strong><\/p>\n Leaving a trail of wisdom<\/strong><\/p>\n Of great women and men<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0Fare thee well<\/strong><\/p>\n Our teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n Till we meet again<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" (Through Rose-Coloured Glasses) Dr. Donald Low passed away on September 18, 2013, seven months after being diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. We wish to express our heartfelt condolences to Dr. Low’s family. Dr. Low was one of Canada’s leading microbiologists, … Continue reading