Improving survival for people with pancreatic cancer Canadian Cancer Society “An international clinical trial has changed the way doctors treat pancreatic cancer around the world. Led by the …” KEYWORDS: pancreatic cancer, clinical trial, Canadian Cancer Society, BC Cancer Krembil researchers uncover a protective role of diversity among brain cells University Health Network “While scientists have previously suggested that brain cell diversity is just noise, our research into epilepsy suggested that it protects against the development of seizures …” KEYWORDS: brain health, epilepsy, University Health Network, Krembil Brain Institute Nursing Home Without Walls project supported by ResearchNB ResearchNB “An innovative research project supported by ResearchNB will be expanded to include as many as 16 communities later this year …” KEYWORDS: aging, long term care, ResearchNB, Université de Moncton Athletes are less likely to report symptoms of a new one when the symptoms are less severe – Study Université de Montréal “Despite major awareness campaigns, studies show that more than 50 per cent of athletes still do not disclose their concussion symptoms.” KEYWORDS: sports medicine, brain health, Canadian research, Université de Montréal Lessons from COVID-19: we need long-term investment in research University of Waterloo “One vital lesson is that our capacity to deal with emergencies includes having a strong, well-funded research infrastructure. COVID-19 showed us what …” KEYWORDS: pandemic preparedness, funding, University of Waterloo

New Brock-CAMH report calls for enhanced mental health, neurodiversity supports for Indigenous communities Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) “A newly released report co-led by Brock University and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) aims to create and strengthen supports and services for Indigenous Peoples with neurodevelopmental differences.” KEYWORDS: Indigenous health, mental health, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), Brock University Canadian kids’ spinal surgery waits ‘far exceed’ recommendations: report CBC “Emily Gruenwoldt, CEO of Children’s Healthcare Canada, which commissioned the report, said there is not enough data on the number of children waiting …” KEYWORDS: pediatric health, surgery, Children’s Healthcare Canada, IWK Health Centre, Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) Montreal study discovers more about link between diabetes and fatty liver CTV News Montreal “… Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal. It is estimated that between 70 and 80 per cent of people with diabetes also have hepatic steatosis …” KEYWORDS: diabetes, Canadian research, Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal (IRCM) Lumenix and The Ottawa Hospital Partner to Implement the Artificially Intelligent Monitoring System to Enhance Patient Care, Support Clinical Staff and Hospital Operations Newswire.CA “The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (OHRI) is the research arm of The Ottawa Hospital. OHRI research spans more than a hundred different diseases, …” KEYWORDS: artificial intelligence, health care, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (OHRI), Lumenix International collaboration honorees advance PGME, tackle clinician burnout Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada “… their outstanding leadership and excellence in advancing postgraduate medical education (PGME), residency training and health human resource initiatives globally.” KEYWORDS: medical education, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, McMaster University, University Health Network

UHN becomes first Canadian hospital to appoint Chief AI Scientist University Health Network “Health care is becoming increasingly data-driven and AI plays a pivotal role in extracting valuable insights from large datasets, says Dr. Wang, who is also …” KEYWORDS: artificial intelligence, innovative research, University Health Network GSK announces largest private financial contribution to CIHR’s Team Grants initiative addressing threats to Canadian lung health Newswire “The $2 million contribution will support the investigation into evidence-based solutions to improve Canadians’ lung health.” KEYWORDS: respiratory health, funding, Canadian research, GSK Canada, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Indigenous optometry student helps bring reconciliation into focus University of Waterloo “… text is now being changed thanks to an initiative by a University of Waterloo optometry student to advance health equity for Indigenous peoples.” KEYWORDS: health equity, Indigenous health, optometry, University of Waterloo Making an Impact through The Equity-Mobilizing Partnerships in Community (EMPaCT) program Women’s College Hospital “… patient engagement framework, EMPaCT has been collaboratively developed with diverse patient partners to enhance healthcare systems and facilitate impactful and fair patient partnerships that drive lasting transformation.” KEYWORDS: patient perspective, health equity, Women’s College Hospital USask’s VIDO selected for CEPI’s international research network USask News – University of Saskatchewan “… an agreement today to join the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations’ (CEPI) preclinical research network. VIDO is the only organization in Canada and the ninth in the world selected for this research network to date.” KEYWORDS: pandemic preparedness, innovative research, University of Saskatchewan, Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) Fainting from needles may be alleviated by reducing pain – study Simon Fraser University “When the IV procedure was painful, blood pressure control was impaired, and blood vessel responses less robust, making fainting more …” KEYWORDS: blood pressure, pain management, vaccine, Simon Fraser University

Cancer driver discovery opens up treatment pathways for rare pediatric disease Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI) “Treatments are now being investigated for the inherited DICER1 gene mutation that can lead to aggressive childhood cancers …” KEYWORDS: cancer, pediatric health, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI) Kingston Health Sciences Centre uses surgical robot to treat lung cancer for first time Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) “… it is now possible for patients to have surgery to remove cancerous tissue from their lungs using a robotic surgical system that is part of the A.B. Smith QC Robotics program at Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC).” KEYWORDS: surgery, cancer, Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) Detection to diagnosis: new studies look at early identification of Alzheimer’s disease Bruyère “Two new studies at Bruyère are developing techniques for early detection of Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive impairment …” KEYWORDS: Alzheimer’s disease, clinical trial, innovative research, Bruyère A comprehensive new set of guidelines is being released to promote health equity in Canada The Globe and Mail “When it comes to interventions like outreach for cancer screening, the data on inequities suggest we need to prioritize some people for preventive care, and care in general …” KEYWORDS: health equity, Canada Research Chair, University of Toronto Coming out from under a “blanket of pain” Hamilton Health Sciences “… sharing her story for Pain Awareness Month in September to help raise awareness of chronic pain, pain management and the clinic.” KEYWORDS: patient experience, pain management, Hamilton Health Sciences

SickKids scientists advance novel brain research as they examine preterm brain injury and memory formation The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) “… this research will expand the currently limited interventions for neonatal brain injury in order to reduce the risk of cognitive, motor and language challenges.” KEYWORDS: brain health, pediatric health, Brain Canada, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) Incidence of long COVID ‘strikingly low’ in children, Alberta researchers find CBC “… That child’s symptoms resolved near the end of a 14-week post-infection followup period, the study authors noted.” KEYWORDS: COVID-19, long COVID, pediatric health, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, University of Alberta How long will a loved one live? It’s difficult to hear, but harder not to know The Conversation “By providing patients with data on the survival and experiences of other individuals who had similar disease journeys, the tool can help patients understand their own illness trajectory …” KEYWORDS: palliative care, aging, University of New Brunswick, University of Ottawa Cancer Research Society Announces Next Generation of Scientists 2023 Award Recipients Cancer Research Society “Our approach aims to strengthen the research ecosystem in Canada, encourage innovation and ensure that our country remains at the forefront of cancer research …” KEYWORDS: cancer, innovative research, funding, Cancer Research Society Study finds COVID cases underreported in most African countries during initial stage News@York “The low reporting numbers was likely due to a lack of public awareness, public health resources, monitoring practices, testing availability and stigma …” KEYWORDS: COVID-19, pandemic, York University

Gut flora of some long COVID patients is less diverse, say researchers CTV News Montreal “This microbiota can lead to neurological symptoms when transferred to mice genetically modified to have no intestinal flora and who had never been …” KEYWORDS: long COVID, neurological disorder, Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal (IRCM) Study finds prescribed work breaks can counter effects of sitting Western News – Western University “The study’s foremost recommendation notes that longer breaks aren’t necessary to achieve significant health improvements.” KEYWORDS: cardiovascular disease, physical activity, Western University March of Dimes Canada brings enhanced stroke recovery support to NL Northern News “After Stroke improves support for people impacted by stroke with a comprehensive, personalized recovery program that facilitates a seamless transition from hospital to …” KEYWORDS: stroke, funding, patient perspective, March of Dimes Canada Report details impact of local health research WE-Spark Health Institute “The WE-Spark Health Institute has grown to more than 1,000 members and in the last year hosted its first research conference, launched an app, and facilitated 21 clinical professorships.” KEYWORDS: Canadian research, health research, WE-Spark Health Institute Preclinical Testing Techniques: Paving the Way for New Oncology Screening Approaches VoxCell BioInnovation “By offering a superior representation of human tissue, 3D culture platforms hold the potential to transform preclinical drug development and usher in a new era of safer and more effective cancer treatments.” KEYWORDS: cancer, innovative research, clinical trial, VoxCell BioInnovation

Language acquisition may work differently in people with autism UdeM Nouvelles “Some children with autism may develop language skills independently of the joint attention skills usually associated with language learning …” KEYWORDS: autism spectrum disorder, child development, neurodiversity, Université de Montréal Addressing the Urgency: AFMC and Queen’s Health Sciences Launch Specialized National Curricula for Opioid Education Queen’s Health Sciences “The Canada-wide, bilingual, comprehensive, and competency-based curricula is designed for current and future physicians in pain management, opioid use disorder, and addiction medicine.” KEYWORDS: mental health and addiction, opioid use disorder, Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada (AFMC), Queen’s Health Sciences AI and medicine: Transforming competence, learning and practice Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada “The technology behind these applications is evolving rapidly. The electronic patient record that I have used for two decades, today incorporates AI that can analyze …” KEYWORDS: artificial intelligence, health care, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, University Health Network Unraveling the Role of Gut Bacteria in Crohn’s and Colitis: The Immunoglobulin Connection Crohn’s and Colitis Canada “A potential factor being studied is the state of our gut microbiome – a diverse community of bacteria in the digestive tract, comparable to the diversity found in rainforests.” KEYWORDS: inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Canadian research, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada Exploring how rising temperatures impact our health Toronto Metropolitan University “Exposure to extreme heat causes increased visits to emergency rooms, more strain on emergency services and higher mortality rates. Berardi has been researching these impacts …” KEYWORDS: environmental health research, Toronto Metropolitan University, University of Waterloo