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Profile Category: Research & Innovation Stories

Alberta sisters participate in clinical trial to advance treatment options for rare genetic disorder

Alberta sisters participate in clinical trial to advance treatment options for rare genetic disorder

July 07,2019
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Clinical trials are essential for developing new treatments and advancing medical knowledge.

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Preschoolers’ physical activity can have impact on heart health later in life

Preschoolers’ physical activity can have impact on heart health later in life

July 07,2019
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By researchcanadaIn Research & Innovation Stories

The research team found that arteries stiffen over time in all children, but the process is slower among those who are most active.

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The Sickle Cell Disease Association of Canada and Pfizer announce the First National Research Program for Sickle Cell Disease

The Sickle Cell Disease Association of Canada and Pfizer announce the First National Research Program for Sickle Cell Disease

July 07,2019
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This competitive research grant program aims to advance clinical research and patient care in SCD.

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‘Painless and quick’ advance in mammogram technology hopes to boost cancer screening rates

‘Painless and quick’ advance in mammogram technology hopes to boost cancer screening rates

July 07,2019
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It’s not something you’ll necessarily look forward to, but a new innovation in mammography technology is giving Canadian women one less reason to avoid an exam.

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Study brings clinical research on growing problem of liver disease to northern Manitoba communities

Study brings clinical research on growing problem of liver disease to northern Manitoba communities

July 07,2019
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"I want [my people] to be healthy. I want them to know who they are. And I want them to know what food is good for them from the land — our land."

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A step toward better understanding brain anatomy of autism spectrum disorder

A step toward better understanding brain anatomy of autism spectrum disorder

July 07,2019
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Study could lead to development of personalized biomarkers and treatment

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Revised pathology classification of pancreatic cancer predicts patient survival

Revised pathology classification of pancreatic cancer predicts patient survival

July 07,2019
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A new study led by UHN Pathologist Dr. N Kalimuthu shows the potential of personalized medicine in tackling pancreatic cancer.

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SFN, CAMH tackle opioid use

SFN, CAMH tackle opioid use

July 07,2019
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In recent months, George and her team have been conducting interviews and completing surveys with people in the community, many of whom have been directly impacted by drug abuse.

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New research on ovarian cancer could mean improved patient outcomes

New research on ovarian cancer could mean improved patient outcomes

July 07,2019
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A new study provides evidence on the tumor-promoting role of a microRNA, critical in controlling the expression of genes in biology; and the tumor-inhibiting potential of a gene in the deadliest form of ovarian cancer. These molecules could be used as potential markers or therapeutic targets, which could save lives.

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‘A hopeful time in CF’; Research leads to new understanding in cystic fibrosis treatment

‘A hopeful time in CF’; Research leads to new understanding in cystic fibrosis treatment

July 07,2019
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Research news out of the University of Saskatchewan may have answers for why people with cystic fibrosis are prone to lung infections.

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