Cardiology and Cardiovascular - Press Releases | Health and Medicine
U of S-Led Partnership Launches Anxiety and Depression Research Initiative
University of Saskatchewan | November 17, 2006
Research into anxiety and depression at the University of Saskatchewan receives a $780,000 boost today to develop early diagnosis tools for these debilitating conditions and develop treatments to improve the quality of life of both patients and their caregivers....[continue]
New program evaluates seniors' risk for cardiovascular disease
McMaster University | November 14, 2006
A new cardiovascular health promotion program for seniors is wrapping up this week in communities across Ontario....[continue]
Science in the City chews the fat on obesity
McMaster University | November 13, 2006
There seems to be weekly headlines about the "obesity epidemic" worldwide and how Canadians are becoming more and more obese....[continue]
U of G Researchers Debunk Soy Detriments
University of Guelph | November 8, 2006
There have been some mixed messages lately about the dangers of consuming too much soy, but University of Guelph researchers say that making soy products a regular part of a balanced diet will only improve your health....[continue]
McMaster employees get in shape during Healthy Workplace Week
McMaster University | October 26, 2006
McMaster employees are healthier thanks to the efforts of the Healthy Workplace Group, which organized this week's Healthy Workplace Week events....[continue]
Study of Heart Attacks & Deaths in Gentlmen’s Hockey
University College of Cape Breton | October 25, 2006
Researchers are looking for reports of heart attacks during gentlemen’s hockey games for a national hockey study which will investigate death and heart attacks associated with gentlemen’s hockey during the 2006/07 season....[continue]
PhD candidate takes U of T to heartStudent finds passion in teaching, research and learning from mentor
University of Toronto | October 24, 2006
Nesime Askin was a fourth year physiology student on the St. George campus when a review paper she wrote for a course changed her life....[continue]
Funeral services Friday for Canadian heart pioneer
McMaster University | October 24, 2006
Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 27 for a McMaster University professor who was also a Canadian cardiology pioneer....[continue]
Husky Energy Enables Advanced Health Research in the North
University of Northern British Columbia | October 23, 2006
The University of Northern British Columbia will be engaged in cutting-edge research on diabetes in children and the effects of environmental contaminants on health thanks to a donation from Husky Energy....[continue]
Should patients undergoing surgery take Aspirin?
McMaster University | October 23, 2006
A national survey of Canadian surgeons by researchers at McMaster University found little consistency in their use of the blood thinner Aspirin in patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery....[continue]
Unique bra eases women’s recovery from heart surgery
University of Calgary | October 22, 2006
A national clinical trial led by a University of Calgary researcher has found that wearing a specialized compression bra significantly reduces women’s breast pain following heart surgery....[continue]
UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA HEALTH RESEARCHERS RECEIVE $8.5 MILLION IN NEW FUNDING
University of Manitoba | October 20, 2006
42 new projects include studies of cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease and prenatal care....[continue]
Honorary and Earned Degree Recipients Announced at U of S
University of Saskatchewan | October 18, 2006
This year’s recipients of honorary and earned degrees were announced by the University of Saskatchewan and will be presented at Fall Convocation on Saturday, October 28, 2006....[continue]
Snakes (and humans) In Space lecture to explain impacts of weightlessness on people
University of Waterloo | October 11, 2006
A former scientist from NASA will explain how humans can counteract the physiological effects of weightlessness during a lecture entitled Snakes In Space....[continue]
CCEPA Presents: Trust in Science - Setting the Scene: From Magician to Miracle Maker
St. Mary's University | October 6, 2006
In our day to day lives we invest a great deal of trust in science and its institutions to tell us the truth about ourselves, about the world we live in and our place in it - whether it's about the foods we eat, our health, the technologies we use, or our general sense of well-being....[continue]
$25 million commitment to U of A includes largest ever one-time gift to a Canadian pharmacy school
University of Alberta | October 6, 2006
The Katz Group-Rexall Centre for Pharmacy and Health Research to open in 2008...[continue]
Study shows that diabetes can be prevented with drug therapy
McMaster University | September 15, 2006
A drug used to treat diabetes may significantly reduce the chances of developing the disease when taken by those most at risk, according to an international trial led by CIHR-funded researchers at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University....[continue]
Study shows that diabetes can be prevented with drug therapy
McMaster University | September 14, 2006
A drug used to treat diabetes may significantly reduce the chances of developing the disease when taken by those most at risk, according to an international trial led by CIHR-funded researchers at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University....[continue]
CCOVI presents "Better Wine for Better Health"
Brock University | September 13, 2006
The Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) is pleased to present: "Better Wine for Better Health."...[continue]
Patients poorly prepared for end-of-life decisions: national study
Queen's University | September 12, 2006
Terminally-ill patients in Canada are poorly prepared to deal with end-of-life issues such as whether or not they will be resuscitated if they suffer a heart attack or other life-threatening medical complication, says Queen's University professor of Medicine Daren Heyland....[continue]
Arthritis drugs may protect the heart
McGill University | September 6, 2006
A new study by Dr. Samy Suissa, director of clinical epidemiology at the McGill University Health Centre's Royal Victoria Hospital, suggests that disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs, or DMARDs, may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease associated with rheumatoid arthritis....[continue]
Want to be part of the scene? Then Head to the mezzanine!
St. Mary's University | September 5, 2006
Faculty, staff, students and alumni gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Tower on campus this afternoon to mark the opening of the new Cardio Room which is situated in the mezzanine area....[continue]
New study identifies teens at risk of developing heart disease
Queen's University | August 28, 2006
Queen's University researchers have developed new criteria to identify teenagers with abnormal blood cholesterol levels that place them at risk of cardiovascular disease later in life...[continue]
Dalhousie Receives Intellectual Property Funding
Dalhousie University | August 4, 2006
Dalhousie University is pleased to announce that the Industry Liaison and Innovation (ILI) office has been awarded a grant of $200,000 from NSERC (Natural Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada) to promote the development of intellectual property at the university. The funding was part of a $1.5 million award to Atlantic Universities....[continue]
Dalhousie Receives Intellectual Property Funding
Dalhousie University | August 4, 2006
Dalhousie University is pleased to announce that the Industry Liaison and Innovation (ILI) office has been awarded a grant of $200,000 from NSERC (Natural Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada) to promote the development of intellectual property at the university....[continue]
Cell protection mechanism points to therapies to prevent heart attacks and strokes
Queen's University | July 19, 2006
An understanding of how two genes cooperate to protect aortic muscle cells points to new therapies to treat arteriosclerosis, the major cause of heart attack and stroke, a study by Queen’s University researchers concludes....[continue]
New Alzheimer’s drug reverses early memory impairment
Queen's University | July 11, 2006
A new drug being developed by Queen's University researchers provides hope for more effective treatment of the debilitating effects of Alzheimer's Disease and dementia....[continue]
TRU Annouces Program to Fight Sudden Cardiac Arrest in the Workplace
Thompson Rivers University | July 6, 2006
Thompson Rivers University announced today that it has instituted a Heart Safe Workplace program, a component of which is placing AEDs (automated external defibrillators) in the workplace to make early defibrillation immediately available in cardiac emergencies and increase chances of surviving a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)....[continue]
TRU Annouces Program to Fight Sudden Cardiac Arrest in the Workplace
Thompson Rivers University | July 6, 2006
Thompson Rivers University announced today that it has instituted a Heart Safe Workplace program, a component of which is placing AEDs (automated external defibrillators) in the workplace to make early defibrillation immediately available in cardiac emergencies and increase chances of surviving a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)....[continue]
Waging A War on Trans Fat
St. Francis Xavier University | July 4, 2006
StFX professor helps steer legislation for a heart-healthy Canada...[continue]
Researchers find glycemic index effective in composite meals
University of Toronto | June 23, 2006
Study shows GI reliable predictor of blood glucose...[continue]
CFI Invests $1.3 Million in U of G Research
University of Guelph | June 21, 2006
The University of Guelph will soon be home to some research "firsts" in Ontario and Canada, thanks to more than $1.3 million in funding announced today by the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)....[continue]
U of S names new laboratory after founder of ParticipACTION
University of Saskatchewan | June 19, 2006
Today University of Saskatchewan President, Peter MacKinnon, officially opened a new laboratory in the College of Kinesiology focused on physical activity and health promotion and dedicated it to the past president of ParticipACTION - Russ Kisby....[continue]
Heritage block expands with new residence/recreation facility
Wilfrid Laurier University | June 19, 2006
Laurier Brantford will add one more piece to its heritage block with the grand opening of the Wilkes House residence and recreation centre on Thursday, June 22 at 4:30 p.m. The building, built by Albert J. Wilkes in the 1870s and later used as the Memorial Boys and Girls Club, has undergone a $4.5-million heritage-preserving renovation....[continue]
Renowned scientist to become University of Ottawa’s Vice-President Research
University of Ottawa | June 15, 2006
Dr. Mona Nemer will join the University of Ottawa as its Vice-President of Research. The renowned geneticist and cardiac researcher joins the university from the Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal (IRCM)....[continue]
Making a great escape - into the woods
McMaster University | June 13, 2006
McMaster hiking trails provide a lunch hour respite...[continue]
Citation - Jacques Ménard
Concordia University | June 13, 2006
Mr. Chancellor, I have the honour to present to you Jacques Ménard, leader at the highest levels of business and community life....[continue]
$3.7 Million Gift To Expand World-Class Cardiac Programs
University of Calgary | June 6, 2006
Reach!, the joint fundraising initiative of the Calgary Health Region and the University of Calgary, has announced a $3.7 million gift to the Libin Cardiovascular Institute of Alberta given by Calgary philanthropists Bev and J.L (Sam) Mozell....[continue]
New understanding of COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes could lead to revised classification of pain meds, Queen’s study shows
Queen's University | May 29, 2006
COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes may be blocked by pain medications such as Advil and Vioxx in a more complex manner than was previously understood, a Queen’s University study has found....[continue]
NYU star named McGill Dean of Medicine
McGill University | May 29, 2006
Richard I. Levin brings additional heft to brain-gain success story at McGill...[continue]
