Innovative experiment by business school, hospital
Some of the most creative people in Canada have psychiatric disorders. They long to support themselves, but don’t function well in a corporate environment. They dream of running their own business, but can’t get start-up funding. read more
Even a sprained ankle can affect cognition
There’s been a lot of chatter recently about the consequences of concussions in sports, but even a minor injury like a sprained ankle can impact an athlete’s cognitive performance, according to a new study out of the University of Toronto. read more
Everywhere you turn of late, it seems you’re confronted with a bottle of alcohol-based hand sanitizer. We asked Professor James Scott whether these formulations work—and if so, how? Professor James Scott is an associate professor in the Division of Occupational & Environmental Health at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. He is cross-appointed to the [...]
Software can analyze blood outside lab
Canadian researchers have invented a device that could make it easier, faster and cheaper to track the progression of HIV in patients living in the developing world. read more
Urban Aboriginal population has high rates of illness and poverty
More than 60 per cent of Canada’s Aboriginal population live in urban areas and are experiencing high rates of illness, poverty and challenges in access to food and housing security, new University of Toronto and St. Michael’s Hospital research shows. “We all continue to be shocked by the living conditions in places like Attawapiskat, but [...]
Fewer Canadians are dying after being admitted to hospital, according to a new study comparing death rates across the nation’s hospitals. read more
Nursing professor LaRon Nelson comments on the next crucial steps
World AIDS Day is held on December 1st each year. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV, commemorate people who have died, and celebrate victories such as increased access to treatment and prevention services. World AIDS Day was the first ever [...]
Poor oral health leads to other conditions
Almost half of Ontarians over 65 did not see a dentist in the last year, a new report shows, and it’s causing a slew of unnecessary health problems. read more
Study examines why there’s no rest for pregnant women
Tanya Sheerin is looking forward to sleeping once her baby is born. During the latter stages of her pregnancy, she figures she’s averaging only about five hours of sleep a night. “I guess it trains you for when the baby comes home – or that’s my theory,” chuckles the Toronto mom and TV producer. read [...]
Study of natural sweetener xylitol
A new study has found that a natural sweetener commonly found in mints and chewing gum may help prevent ear infections in healthy children under the age of 12. read more
