September

Physiotherapy on the weekends can help patients discharge faster CBC News “But a new study from researchers at the Sudbury hospital found access to physiotherapy seven days a week could help improve outcomes for elderly patients, and […]

A research collaboration informed by lived experience The Globe and Mail “… a clinical trial where her body was cooled to a certain degree to preserve brain function, her daughters said yes. “It made a […]

Biotech solutions at a critical time for Canada The Hill Times “The central value of the biotechnology sector has always been the solutions it brings to the challenge of a global population … the strategic […]

Understanding traces of ancient infections could be key to new treatments for human diseases UAlberta “Scientists hope study of endogenous retrovirus protein will lead to new therapies for cancer, autoimmune conditions and other diseases.” TAGS: […]

Funding for more nurse practitioners in long-term care draws praise in northwestern Ontario CBC “The Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre’s Nurse Led Outreach Team sees residents of homes in Thunder Bay.” TAGS: training and […]

Low-dose ketamine: overcoming stigmas to optimize pain management Canadian Nurse “The analgesic effects of ketamine occur at much lower doses than with dosing used for general anesthesia or procedural sedation. Ketamine is shown to desensitize […]

How to Support a Friend Through a Dementia Diagnosis Being Patient “… Darla Fortune, and University of Regina Professor of Kinesiology and Health Studies Rebecca Genoe share insights new dementia research.” TAGS: dementia, patient support, […]

Medical student inspired by health-care pioneer Western News – Western University “Gavin Raner, a third-year Schulich Medicine student is one of 13 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame award recipients.” TAGS: EDI, accessibility, Canadian Medical Hall of Fame, […]

New pilot aims to inspire healthy behavior and prevent diabetes rdnewsnow.com “Officials with Alberta Health Services (AHS) say the app provides participants with 1:1 support from health coaches virtually in order to promote …” TAGS: […]