Monthly Archives: June, 2016

Obesity a risk factor for stillbirth, especially at term

Obesity is a risk factor for stillbirth, and the risk increases as pregnancy advances...

Understanding Canadians’ experiences with digital health

Canadians are increasingly frustrated with a healthcare system lacking seamless communication and information sharing....
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Cancer Information Service a resource for caregivers

The way Canadians consume health information has evolved over the years. Twenty years ago, when...

Travelling with a person with Alzheimer’s disease

Thinking of your summer vacation? If you’re caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s...

Late-life depression isn’t inevitable

Older adults now outnumber children in Canada, and the mental health needs of our...

How the digital age is impacting medical privacy and security

While the #digital age has enabled many to take charge of their health, it...

Medication incidents that could have been prevented at the prescribing stage

Systems-based vulnerabilities are reflected in the volume and type of medication errors, and anonymous...

Nurses release recommendations to ensure patients come first

The Registered #Nurses’ Association of Ontario (#RNAO) says government reforms that are expected to...

Transforming shoulder care

Imagine not being able to work or run your business, or that you are...

Online curriculum supports homecare workers caring for seniors

  By Magdalena Stec Women’s College Hospital’s (WCH) Centre for Ambulatory Care Education (CACE) is thrilled to announce...

Caring for someone with dementia doesn’t mean having to go it alone

One in five Canadians aged 45 and older are caregivers to seniors living with...

Reliable information on healthy aging and long-term care

In a sea of health information, it can be challenging to navigate the waters...

The importance of physical activity for body and mind

We’ve all been told that physical activity and good eating habits are necessary to...

Decisions of hospital committees may be subject to judicial review

      By Paula Trattner and Aislinn Reid The recent decision of the Ontario Divisional Court in...

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Obesity a risk factor for stillbirth, especially at term

Obesity is a risk factor for stillbirth, and the risk increases as pregnancy advances...

Understanding Canadians’ experiences with digital health

Canadians are increasingly frustrated with a healthcare system lacking seamless communication and information sharing....

RVH Launches Home Hemodialysis Program

Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) has launched a Home Hemodialysis Program which will...

Physical activity quality over quantity benefits people with disability

In a first-of-its-kind study, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis...