MUHC in the Media - September 2, 2024

Thanks to AI, radiotherapy treatments at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) are now faster and more precise. The time saved allows doctors to treat more patients, while reducing the risk of errors. According to Dr. James Man Git Tsui, radiation oncologist at the MUHC, these advances are crucial for patients in their radiotherapy journey. Journal de Montréal

The Laurie Hendren Symposium on patient-in-the-loop data took place on August 28, 2024 at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC). Various experts and patient partners addressed the important issue of patient access to health data. John Kildea, a scientist at the RI-MUHC, spoke to La Presse about it.

In vitro fertilization takes families on a roller-coaster ride of emotions, from the sadness of infertility to the joy of conception. Dr. Michael Dahan, obstetrician, gynecologist and specialist in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the McGill University Health Centre, explains how it works. CTV News

Dr. Hussein Wissanji, pediatric thoracic and general surgeon at the Montreal Children's Hospital (MCH), is a new contributor to the program Même le week-end on francophone radio station 98.5 FM. He explains why he became a physician in this first presence at the microphone. 98.5 FM

Children who learn several languages at an early age reap many cultural and academic benefits, says Dr. Shuvo Ghosh, Head of the Developmental Pediatrics Program at the Montreal Children's Hospital. Montreal Gazette

Banning certain foods from schools does not create an allergen-free environment and may lead to a lowering of the guard against allergies. One study even showed more accidental allergic reactions in a peanut-free environment, as this can potentially create a false sense of security, explains Dr. Moshe Ben-Shoshan, pediatric allergy and immunology specialist at the Montreal Children's Hospital. CTV News

Over 12,000 cases of whooping cough have been reported in Canada since January, far more than the 500 to 4,500 cases usually reported each year. Young children are particularly vulnerable, says Dr. Jesse Papenburg, pediatric infectious disease specialist and medical microbiologist at the Montreal Children's Hospital. CBC,98.5 FM

How can you tell the difference between whooping cough and a common cold? Advice from Dr. Earl Rubin, Director of the Infectious Disease Division at the Montreal Children's Hospital. Global News

Are there enough physical education classes and programs focusing on children's health at school? Dr. Julie St-Pierre, pediatrician at the Montreal Children's Hospital, answers the question. 98.5 FM

It's important to remember that many social media posts are about showing the best side of a situation, giving the impression that the grass is always greener next door. Jennifer Russell, Doctor of Psychology and Head of the Department of Psychology (adult sites) at the MUHC, explains that people often embellish their reality out of a need for validation or to boost their self-esteem. Listen to her column on CJAD.