Amil Niazi

Producer

Amil Niazi is a CBC producer and freelance writer whose work has appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian and The Washington Post. She has a monthly column in NY Mag's The Cut.

Latest from Amil Niazi

Scared of heights? How virtual reality can help people overcome their phobias

Virtual reality-based (VR) therapy combines other forms of therapy, including talk, with technology, allowing patients to immerse themselves in their fears in a groundbreaking way. It’s been used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and other mental health diagnoses.

Family medicine for all: Community health centres serve their neighbours, but capacity issues remain

Family docs at community health centres care for anyone. Advocates say they could help fix a primary care crisis. Now, though, much like health care offices across the country, they are contending with capacity issues of their own.
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From drawing to driving, Adam Gopnik explores what it takes to master a new skill

New Yorker staff writer Adam Gopnik learned to drive at age 55. It was just one of the ways Gopnik put himself through the ringer for his latest book, The Real Work, attempting to master a variety of skills from boxing and baking to magic and art.

Gym and Peloton selfies dominate social media, but fitness may be less accessible than ever

Despite a societal obsession with being in shape, fitness is less accessible than ever, given expensive gym memberships, pricey equipment and costly clothing, says the author of a book on fitness culture.

Do I have the right to refuse work? Your COVID-19 questions answered

We're answering your questions about the pandemic. Send yours to COVID@cbc.ca and we’ll answer as many as we can. We’ll publish a selection of answers every weekday online, and also put some questions to the experts during The National and on CBC News Network.

Is it safe to give cards and flowers this Mother's Day? Your COVID-19 questions answered

We're answering your questions about the pandemic. Send yours to COVID@cbc.ca and we’ll answer as many as we can. We’ll publish a selection of answers every weekday online, and also put some questions to the experts during The National and on CBC News Network.

Why can I get a haircut, but not see my friends? Your COVID-19 questions answered

We're answering your questions about the pandemic. Send yours to COVID@cbc.ca and we’ll answer as many as we can. We’ll publish a selection of answers every weekday online, and also put some questions to the experts during The National and on CBC News Network.

What do I do if my parents get sick? Your COVID-19 questions answered — kids' edition

We're answering your questions about the pandemic. Send yours to COVID@cbc.ca and we’ll answer as many as we can. We’ll publish a selection of answers every weekday online, and also put some questions to the experts during The National and on CBC News Network.

Will herd immunity save us? Your COVID-19 questions answered

We're answering your questions about the pandemic. Send yours to COVID@cbc.ca and we’ll answer as many as we can. We’ll publish a selection of answers every weekday online, and also put some questions to the experts during The National and on CBC News Network.

Can I catch the virus in a pool? Your COVID-19 questions answered

We're answering your questions about the pandemic. Send yours to COVID@cbc.ca and we’ll answer as many as we can. We’ll publish a selection of answers every weekday online, and also put some questions to the experts during The National and on CBC News Network.