Innovative cardiac sensor at the heart of University researchers’ study
University of Regina
“The University of Regina Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies is contributing to COVID-19 research by assessing the disease’s impacts on the heart with a device that can fit in the palm of your hand.”
TAGS: innovative research, kinesiology, physiotherapy, cardiac health, COVID-19, University of Regina
McMaster researchers developing vaccine for COVID-19, other viruses
CityNews Toronto
“A first of its kind, specialized facility at McMaster University in Hamilton is developing and producing two vaccines which they say could fight the …”
TAGS: COVID-19, vaccine, herd immunity, public health, McMaster University
New study in Quebec long-term care facilities to investigate the science behind why so many …
Financial Post
“… and immunity expert at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) and an associate professor at McGill University.”
TAGS: COVID-19, long-term care, at-risk populations, aging population, RI-MUHC
LILLEY: Campaign shows impact of COVID lockdowns on mental health
Toronto Sun
“Across Ontario, more people are dealing with mental health and addiction issues, and the lockdowns from … Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, The Royal, and Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care to ask for four …”
TAGS: COVID-19, lockdown, mental health, substance use and abuse, addiction, CAMH, The Royal, Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care
Dr. Sanjay Kalra on finding a neuroimaging biomarker for ALS: Challenge Accepted
The Gateway Online
“A U of A neurology professor is hoping to use imaging techniques like types of MRIs and MR spectroscopy to find an ALS biomarker. Photo of Jeanne …”
TAGS: neuroimaging, biomarker, MRI, neurology, ALS, The Neuro
SickKids, CAMH to benefit from $30-million mental health donation from Slaight foundation
Toronto Star
“SickKids Foundation and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health are among several organizations set to receive funds from a $30-million donation …”
TAGS: donation, innovative research, funding, mental health, CAMH, SickKids