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November 26th, 2021

Unit for chronically ventilated residents at the Camille-Lefebvre Pavilion of the MUHC now recognized as an acute care specialty unit

The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is pleased to announce that Unit 2 East of the CHSLD...

November 26th, 2021

Promising COVID-19 therapeutic drug to start phase 3 clinical trial in the United States

Recruitment of first US-based patients in Dapsone trial has started. A phase 3 clinical trial of...

November 25th, 2021

The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging targets brain health

Thanks to the Weston Family Foundation, the CLSA will resort to MRI imaging and microbiome analyses...

November 23rd, 2021

Clinic fills critical gap in autism care

The interdisciplinary ACAR Clinic provides continuity of care to patients of all ages Vanessa...

November 17th, 2021

Dr. Guy Rouleau elected WFN first vice-president

Federation represents 122 neurological societies around the world The Neuro’s director, Dr. Guy...

November 15th, 2021

Honouring the Spirit of Giving: National Philanthropy Day

In 2012, the Government of Canada enacted the National Philanthropy Day Act. As the Act’s preamble...

November 11th, 2021

Remembrance Day: Looking back at the MGH’s contribution to Canada’s war efforts

On Remembrance Day, the MUHC traditionally honours the armed forces members who died in the line of...

November 10th, 2021

November 7 - 13: Technologists Week

If you’ve ever had an x-ray, ultrasound, angiogram or scan, you have met a medical imaging...

November 2nd, 2021

Can inhaled corticosteroids alleviate early symptoms of COVID-19?

Results from the CONTAIN study conducted at the RI-MUHC reveal that ciclesonide is no better than...

November 1st, 2021

Regular screening for tuberculosis in Inuit communities is cost-effective

Montreal, November 1st, 2021 - Regular community-wide screening for active and latent tuberculosis ...

October 29th, 2021

The MUHC reaffirms its commitment to the Lachine Hospital

Montreal, October 29, 2021 - The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) wishes to reaffirm its...

October 29th, 2021

It’s Respiratory Therapy Week and we say Thank you!

The importance of a Respiratory Therapist in providing the best patient care cannot be...

October 26th, 2021

Occupational Therapy Month

To close off the month, we are shining a light on members of the McGill University Health Centre’s...

October 25th, 2021

Keep the smize going!

Almost two years have passed since the first case of SARS-CoV-2 was documented on the other side of...

October 21st, 2021

For a healthy public network: A 514-450 initiative to abolish the use of independent workers

From Words to Actions. Committed to this imperative, the 16 presidents and CEOs of health and social...

October 21st, 2021

The Quebec Metastatic Breast Cancer Registry: Advancing research and care

Montréal, The McPeak-Sirois Group and the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) are pleased to ...

October 15th, 2021

Changes to entrance rules and family presence and visitors policy at MUHC hospitals

Following the Quebec Government's decree, with the exception of patients, anyone entering our...

October 7th, 2021

Study confirms efficiency of app that quickly assesses risk of cancer predisposition syndromes in children with cancer

Cancer predisposition screening tool MIPOGG was developed at the Montreal Children’s...

October 7th, 2021

Monday, October 11 is a holiday at the McGill University Health Centre

Our offices, clinics and test centres will be closed. Only the COVID-19 Testing Clinic at...

October 1st, 2021

World Smile Day: Smiling costs nothing and does a world of good

Let's take advantage of World Smile Day, established by the US in 1999, to remember how a simple...

September 30th, 2021

September 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

A Time for Reflection, but also for Action In 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of...

September 29th, 2021

Dr. Jonathan L. Meakins inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

It is with great honour that the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) announces that Dr. Jonathan...

September 28th, 2021

One call, one appointment!

Now a direct access to an appointment for your child, in Montreal: 514 890-6111 The Montreal...

September 27th, 2021

Forty bursaries available to aspiring PABs thanks to McGill University Health Centre Bursary Program

The MUHC PAB bursary program is back! Bursaries of $7,500 are available for 40 caring and devoted...

October 15th, 2021

Changes to entrance rules and family presence and visitors policy at MUHC hospitals

Following the Quebec Government's decree, with the exception of patients, anyone entering our...

August 12th, 2021

The Medical Mission and Critical Care meet the challenges of COVID-19

While Quebec was put on pause in March 2020, the healthcare community experienced the successive ...

August 5th, 2021

The Neuroscience Mission meets the challenges of COVID-19

While Quebec was put on pause in March 2020, the healthcare community experienced the successive ...

July 29th, 2021

The Montreal Children’s Hospital meets the challenges of COVID-19

While Quebec was put on pause in March 2020, the healthcare community experienced the successive ...

July 22nd, 2021

The Cancer Care Mission meets the challenges of COVID-19

While Quebec was put on pause in March 2020, the healthcare community experienced the successive ...

July 15th, 2021

The Challenges of COVID-19: Lessons for the Future

While Quebec was put on pause in March 2020, the healthcare community experienced the successive...

June 14th, 2021

Reminder to all patients and visitors: Wearing a mask is mandatory at the MUHC

Despite the change to a green zone, wearing a mask is still mandatory on all MUHC sites...

June 10th, 2021

Correcting errors in your COVID-19 vaccination record

People who were vaccinated at the MUHC’s vaccination clinics at the Montreal General Hospital or...

April 28th, 2021

Launch of vaccination for pregnant women

Vaccination for pregnant women will begin by appointment only on Wednesday, April 28 at our clinics...

April 27th, 2021

Start of vaccination of people with a physical disability, an intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder and their caregivers

Vaccination of people with a physical disability, an intellectual disability or autism spectrum...

April 15th, 2021

Vaccination extended to certain people with chronic diseases

Following ministerial directives, the MUHC will gradually extend as of April 16 COVID-19 vaccination...

April 12th, 2021

Pregnant during COVID-19? Here’s a guide on everything you need to know.

Being pregnant and giving birth is an important event in any parent’s life. It is a significant and...

April 11th, 2021

Start of vaccination of essential workers in environments at high risk of an outbreak and phase 2 of vaccination of healthcare workers

Vaccination of essential workers in environments at high risk of an outbreak will begin by...

April 8th, 2021

COVID-19: Vaccination of people with a chronic disease

The MSSS has just announced that as of April 12, 2021, vaccination will be extended to people under...

March 17th, 2021

1st dose of COVID-19 vaccine provides 80% protection 14 days after administration

An article published today reports that 32% of the 78 MUHC employees infected with COVID-19 last...

December 23rd, 2020

The Montreal Children’s Hospital participates in an effort to increase capacity by caring for MUHC adult patients

In response to the MSSS's request to increase our capacity to accommodate COVID-19 patients, the...

December 21st, 2020

COVID-19 : Five outbreaks at the MUHC

There are currently 5 outbreaks at the MUHC. Two at the Montreal General Hospital (fewer than 5...

December 15th, 2020

Clarification about staff under quarantine, isolation and use of PPE at the MUHC

The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) would like to clarify some points raised in an article...

November 26th, 2020

Update: Outbreak of Covid-19 at Lachine Hospital

On Sunday, November 22, an outbreak of COVID-19 was confirmed on a floor of the Lachine Hospital....

November 23rd, 2020

COVID-19 Outbreak at the Lachine Hospital - November 23rd update

On Sunday, November 22, an outbreak of COVID-19 was confirmed on the 5th floor of the Lachine...

November 22nd, 2020

Outbreak of Covid-19 at Lachine Hospital

An outbreak of Covid-19 is occurring at the moment at the Lachine Hospital, and admissions are...

November 5th, 2020

Visits from caregivers reinstated on the 2nd floor of Camille Lefebvre Pavilion

On October 22nd, a significant exposure to COVID-19 forced us to interrupt caregiver visits to...

November 4th, 2020

A safer cafeteria

In order to comply with the instructions and directives of the Ministry of Health and Social...

November 3rd, 2020

COVID-19: outbreak on the 15th floor of the Montreal General Hospital

The 15th floor of the Montreal General Hospital (MGH) is experiencing an outbreak of confirmed...

November 26th, 2021

Unit for chronically ventilated residents at the Camille-Lefebvre Pavilion of the MUHC now recognized as an acute care specialty unit

The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is pleased to announce that Unit 2 East of the CHSLD...

November 2nd, 2021

Can inhaled corticosteroids alleviate early symptoms of COVID-19?

Results from the CONTAIN study conducted at the RI-MUHC reveal that ciclesonide is no better than...

November 1st, 2021

Regular screening for tuberculosis in Inuit communities is cost-effective

Montreal, November 1st, 2021 - Regular community-wide screening for active and latent tuberculosis ...

October 29th, 2021

The MUHC reaffirms its commitment to the Lachine Hospital

Montreal, October 29, 2021 - The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) wishes to reaffirm its...

October 21st, 2021

The Quebec Metastatic Breast Cancer Registry: Advancing research and care

Montréal, The McPeak-Sirois Group and the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) are pleased to ...

October 7th, 2021

Study confirms efficiency of app that quickly assesses risk of cancer predisposition syndromes in children with cancer

Cancer predisposition screening tool MIPOGG was developed at the Montreal Children’s...

September 9th, 2021

New study will assess impact of COVID-19 vaccination on Canadians with immune-mediated inflammatory disease

MONTREAL, – More than 7 million Canadians suffer from immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMID) ...

September 2nd, 2021

App-based HIV self-testing program leads to rapid detection of new infections and efficient connection to care

A unique new study shows that self-testing with the HIVSmart! program can successfully link users to ...

August 24th, 2021

MUHC RESPONDS TO EMERGENCY SITUATION

An emergency situation was launched during the early hours of the morning today at the Glen site of...

August 18th, 2021

Study finds cancer screening tool may help predict risk of developing a new cancer among childhood cancer survivors

Research led by SickKids and the Montreal Children’s Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre ...

July 26th, 2021

Appointment of Dr. Jamil Asselah as President of the Executive Scientific Committee of the McPeak–Sirois Group

Montreal (Quebec), July 26, 2021 – The McPeak–Sirois Group (the "Group") is proud to announce the...

July 21st, 2021

New Quebec study evaluates long-term complications of COVID-19

RI-MUHC researcher awarded a grant from Pfizer to conduct the IMPACT QUEBEC COVID-19 Long Haul Study...

July 15th, 2021

Study reveals startling numbers of serious bacterial infections in feverish infants during the pandemic

RI-MUHC researchers advocate for extra caution and vigilance during health restrictions Montreal,...

June 11th, 2021

Recurrent miscarriage: what if the cause is genetic?

A new study suggests that next generation gene sequencing may provide answers for some women dealing...

June 2nd, 2021

New study paves the way to novel treatment for Triple Negative Breast Cancer

A team of researchers at the RI-MUHC found two cellular pathways involved in TNBC tumour development...

May 21st, 2021

Alarming number of preteens and teens are suffering from mental health issues

The Montreal Children’s Hospital outlines warning signs of distress; provides parents with advice...

May 21st, 2021

When will I fully recover from surgery? New study highlights patients’ perspectives on postoperative recovery

The meaning of recovery goes beyond traditional clinical parameters Montreal, ─ “How long...

May 18th, 2021

Dr. Bethany Foster appointed Chair, Department of Pediatrics, McGill University and Pediatrician-in-Chief, McGill University Health Centre

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Bethany Foster to the positions of Chair of the...

May 12th, 2021

Dialysis patients do not develop adequate antibodies with one dose of SARS-CoV-2 vaccine

New research in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) shows that most hemodialysis...

March 31st, 2021

200 years of excellence at the Montreal General Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC)

Montreal, March 31, 2021 – This year marks the 200th anniversary of the Montreal General Hospital ...

March 18th, 2021

Rhian M. Touyz to Lead Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre

Cardiovascular clinician-scientist chooses Québec, Canada for next leadership role Montreal,...

January 15th, 2021

Two studies confirm efficiency of saliva tests for COVID-19

Testing is the cornerstone of the fight against COVID-19, and a test that can be self-administered ...

January 12th, 2021

Saliva samples for COVID-19 testing: as good as nasopharyngeal swabs, but cheaper

According to a new study by a group of researchers at the Research Institute of the McGill...

January 11th, 2021

Could an antidepressant slow COVID-19 progression?

RI-MUHC researchers launch a clinical trial of fluvoxamine, a drug that has already proven efficient...

April 9th, 2021

Dawn Singerman is selected to participate in the 2021 IHF Young Executive Leaders Program

The International Hospital Federation and WittKieffer announced this week the names of the 34 young...

February 28th, 2021

Caring for a child with a degenerative rare disease

“Before giving birth to my son, I was not aware of what it meant to live with a seriously ill child. ...

February 6th, 2020

News from Mr. Saad

“I haven’t felt this good in a long time,” says patient after innovative cardiac procedure. {...

November 14th, 2019

Type 1 diabetes: a smooth transition from pediatric to adult care at the MUHC

Only 10 percent of people living with diabetes in Canada have type 1 diabetes. Nineteen-year-old...

September 26th, 2019

Diagnosed and pregnant: battling sickle cell disease

When Marie* moved from Haiti to Quebec, she was eager to start a new chapter in her life. But less...

September 5th, 2019

Cured after decades of disease

When Gérard Genest was a child, he spent more time at the Montreal Children’s Hospital (MCH) than in...

February 4th, 2019

Using CrossFit to stick it to Cancer

Ben remains undeterred in his fight against cancer. That includes getting to the gym whenever his ...

September 28th, 2018

Taking your Health to Heart

On World Heart Day, patients reflect on first class care provided by MUHC staff

September 6th, 2018

From out of breath to back on her feet enjoying life

“I think all along I stayed pretty positive, however I did have my moments. Every time I had an ...

August 31st, 2018

After the Overdose

The Recovery Transition Program proves instrumental in helping those overcoming addictions ...

April 27th, 2018

The Power of Organ Donation

There is no looking back for heart recipient Makar Barsoum: From being housebound to keeping up with ...

February 28th, 2018

Defusing a Ticking Time-Bomb: The Women's Healthy Heart Initiative

A heart attack changed Susan Rodrigues’ life - the Women’s Healthy Heart Initiative helped mend it

January 19th, 2018

A New Outlook on Life

Routine Surgery Yields Extraordinary Results

June 9th, 2017

In the hands of the TLC team

Canadian paddling champion and hockey coach spent his final days at Lachine’s Camille Lefebvre ...

March 30th, 2017

Hope, ethics and a young boy’s life

Nine-year-old Sebastian Call was a happy-go-lucky kid who had been fighting acute myelogenous ...

February 14th, 2017

Love through illness

Here are some of our patient’s stories

February 7th, 2017

Angie's story of survival

February is cancer month

February 2nd, 2017

Waking up to life

Young patient with rare disease is finally diagnosed after eight years of suffering

December 28th, 2016

Making Team Canada

An inspirational young woman whose determination has everyone cheering for Team Raphaëlle

December 20th, 2016

Guidance, optimism, and moderation: living life to the fullest with Crohn's

One MUHC patient opens up about stress, treatment, and eating through Holidays

December 1st, 2016

It's time to tackle brain health

World Aids Day: MUHC researchers strive to understand and improve brain health in people living with ...

October 27th, 2016

Recognizing exceptional care

Former MUHC MGH Hand Clinic patient expresses her gratitude

October 21st, 2016

October is Occupational Therapy Month

Carl Nadon says his days would not be the same without the care and support of his occupational ...

October 7th, 2016

MUHC goes the extra mile to make breastfeeding possible for all moms

October 1 to 7 is World Breastfeeding Week

October 4th, 2016

MUHC care knows no borders

How one respiratory therapist’s impact was felt across the Atlantic

November 23rd, 2021

Clinic fills critical gap in autism care

The interdisciplinary ACAR Clinic provides continuity of care to patients of all ages Vanessa...

November 17th, 2021

Dr. Guy Rouleau elected WFN first vice-president

Federation represents 122 neurological societies around the world The Neuro’s director, Dr. Guy...

October 29th, 2021

It’s Respiratory Therapy Week and we say Thank you!

The importance of a Respiratory Therapist in providing the best patient care cannot be...

September 3rd, 2021

In memoriam - John H. Burgess

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Dr. John H. Burgess, former Chief of...

September 2nd, 2021

The Mental Health Mission meets the challenges of COVID-19

While Quebec was put on pause in March 2020, the healthcare community experienced successive waves ...

July 5th, 2021

Find Health Information You Can Trust

High quality health information can have a big impact on your ability to stay healthy. Being...

June 16th, 2021

Lung Cancer: Screening before it's too late

Recognized for its expertise in the field of lung cancer, the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC)...

June 15th, 2021

Vaccinating patients is a success

Gabriella Grosse, who’s worked as a bedside nurse for the past nine years, including in the ICU. ...

June 3rd, 2021

Cycling to work, surprising benefits!

On this World Bicycle Day 2021, we asked Chi-Quan Bach, nurse at the MUHC and an enthusiastic...

May 31st, 2021

Tele-rehab for respiratory patients is here to stay

Since May is physiotherapy month, we reached out to two physiotherapists to learn about how the...

May 4th, 2021

The Mental Health Mission: Overcoming the challenges of providing and receiving services during the pandemic

Since the first day of the pandemic, the MUHC's Mental Health Mission has been one of the few to...

April 22nd, 2021

Less movement, less spread of infection

In collaboration with the emergency department’s leadership team, Natasha Dupuis, an advanced...

April 21st, 2021

Our admin staff make all the difference!

It’s Administrative Staff Week, a time for us to recognize the treasured work that these employees...

April 20th, 2021

National Volunteer week: a time to say thank you!

Volunteers make a real difference in the lives of our patients, families and staff “Did you...

April 6th, 2021

April 6: Annual oncology nursing day

Some members of the oncology nursing team at the MUHC For more than a year, the one hundred...

April 1st, 2021

New website takes a fresh look at MGH History

In partnership with the Art & Heritage Centre of the MUHC, the Montreal General...

March 31st, 2021

The MUHC Foundation and the MCI Foundation unite for the benefit of respiratory health

At a time when the COVID-19 crisis has been drawing attention to respiratory health on a global...

March 30th, 2021

800,000 COVID tests by OPTILAB-Montreal MUHC!

We are excited to share an amazing milestone reached in our laboratories across the OPTILAB-Montreal ...

March 26th, 2021

Bianca Longpré will deliver her baby at the Royal Vic!

Bianca Longpré and her husband François Massicotte are two acclaimed Québécois comedians with huge ...

March 24th, 2021

World Tuberculosis Day: Let’s put an end to it

A patient named Sophie* (a fictitious name to preserve anonymity) was finishing her quarantine...

March 23rd, 2021

How the MUHC’s Social Service department responded to the COVID-19 Pandemic

March 15-March 19 was Social Work Week

March 17th, 2021

March Is Nutrition Month

Nutrition month is often a time when you find tips, tricks, and recipes to support your nutritional...

March 15th, 2021

Endometriosis does not have to mean infertility for women

On Endometriosis Awareness Month, we bring this painful and difficult to diagnose condition into ...

March 10th, 2021

Out of the comfort zone and into the red zone : a retrospective

A year ago, we were watching with incredulity the drama unfolding in Italy while the...

November 26th, 2021

Promising COVID-19 therapeutic drug to start phase 3 clinical trial in the United States

Recruitment of first US-based patients in Dapsone trial has started. A phase 3 clinical trial of...

November 25th, 2021

The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging targets brain health

Thanks to the Weston Family Foundation, the CLSA will resort to MRI imaging and microbiome analyses...

November 2nd, 2021

Can inhaled corticosteroids alleviate early symptoms of COVID-19?

Results from the CONTAIN study conducted at the RI-MUHC reveal that ciclesonide is no better than...

November 1st, 2021

Regular screening for tuberculosis in Inuit communities is cost-effective

Montreal, November 1st, 2021 - Regular community-wide screening for active and latent tuberculosis ...

October 21st, 2021

The Quebec Metastatic Breast Cancer Registry: Advancing research and care

Montréal, The McPeak-Sirois Group and the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) are pleased to ...

October 7th, 2021

Study confirms efficiency of app that quickly assesses risk of cancer predisposition syndromes in children with cancer

Cancer predisposition screening tool MIPOGG was developed at the Montreal Children’s...

September 9th, 2021

New study will assess impact of COVID-19 vaccination on Canadians with immune-mediated inflammatory disease

MONTREAL, – More than 7 million Canadians suffer from immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMID) ...

September 2nd, 2021

App-based HIV self-testing program leads to rapid detection of new infections and efficient connection to care

A unique new study shows that self-testing with the HIVSmart! program can successfully link users to ...

August 18th, 2021

Study finds cancer screening tool may help predict risk of developing a new cancer among childhood cancer survivors

Research led by SickKids and the Montreal Children’s Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre ...

July 21st, 2021

New Quebec study evaluates long-term complications of COVID-19

RI-MUHC researcher awarded a grant from Pfizer to conduct the IMPACT QUEBEC COVID-19 Long Haul Study...

July 15th, 2021

Study reveals startling numbers of serious bacterial infections in feverish infants during the pandemic

RI-MUHC researchers advocate for extra caution and vigilance during health restrictions Montreal,...

June 16th, 2021

Does the COVID-19 Vaccine work for people living with HIV?

RI-MUHC scientist Dr. Cecilia Costiniuk is a co-principal investigator in a new national study that...

June 11th, 2021

Recurrent miscarriage: what if the cause is genetic?

A new study suggests that next generation gene sequencing may provide answers for some women dealing...

June 2nd, 2021

New study paves the way to novel treatment for Triple Negative Breast Cancer

A team of researchers at the RI-MUHC found two cellular pathways involved in TNBC tumour development...

May 21st, 2021

When will I fully recover from surgery? New study highlights patients’ perspectives on postoperative recovery

The meaning of recovery goes beyond traditional clinical parameters Montreal, ─ “How long...

May 12th, 2021

Dialysis patients do not develop adequate antibodies with one dose of SARS-CoV-2 vaccine

New research in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) shows that most hemodialysis...

May 12th, 2021

Evaluation of meningitis risk in infants drives new RI-MUHC study

Results published in JAMA NetworkOpen may change practice for young infants with fever SOURCE: RI...

March 11th, 2021

New study in Quebec long-term care facilities to investigate the science behind why so many residents had severe cases of COVID-19

MONTREAL, March 11, 2021 – Across Canada, but particularly in Quebec, long-term care facilities have ...

February 28th, 2021

Caring for a child with a degenerative rare disease

“Before giving birth to my son, I was not aware of what it meant to live with a seriously ill child. ...

February 24th, 2021

Understanding the health impact of inactivity for the benefit of older adults and astronauts

A study using bed-rest as an analog to microgravity will provide data for eight Canadian research ...

February 23rd, 2021

COVID-19 in prisons: understanding the spread of the disease

Since the start of the pandemic, COVID-19 rates in Canadian correctional facilities have been ...

February 4th, 2021

Dr. Lucy Gilbert named Woman of Influence™ for 2021

In recognition of her extraordinary accomplishments in research and development that led to the...

February 2nd, 2021

RI-MUHC researchers support Canada’s efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic

Drs. Emily McDonald and Todd Lee are part of the Canadian Network of COVID-19 Clinical Trials ...

January 28th, 2021

LSD may offer viable treatment for certain mental disorders

McGill study a step in understanding the mechanism of psychedelics’ impact on brain and potential ...

November 23rd, 2021

Huge honour for Kelly Chavez, IBD nurse at the MGH

Congratulations go out to Kelly Chavez who has been recognized as Outstanding IBD Nurse of the year...

July 30th, 2021

Dr. Gerald Fried is the 2021 recipient of the Duncan Graham Award

Dr. Gerald Fried, who established minimally invasive surgery as a clinical and academic program at...

June 30th, 2021

Dr. Alice Benjamin’s contribution to women’s health rewarded (again!)

Dr. Alice Benjamin needs no introduction. Pillar of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at...

May 21st, 2021

Laurence Cobo honoured at Florence Awards ceremony

Laurence Cobo has brought great pride to the MUHC as a OIIQ Florence Awards finalist...

May 5th, 2021

Congratulations to MUHC resident Dr. Sheila Wang!

On May 4, 2020, Dr. Sheila Wang received the Governor General’s Innovation Award for...

April 16th, 2021

Dr. Sheppard wins Prize for Public Engagement through Media

Dr. Donald Sheppard's valued contributions in news media were recently recognized by McGill...

April 14th, 2021

It’s National Medical Technologist Week!

To celebrate and honour the amazing work of the medical technologists, support staff and managers of...

April 9th, 2021

Dawn Singerman is selected to participate in the 2021 IHF Young Executive Leaders Program

The International Hospital Federation and WittKieffer announced this week the names of the 34 young...

March 25th, 2021

McGill International TB Centre receives $17.2 M for clinical trials and clinical research on tuberculosis

Following a joint application by the CAB-V (Canada, Australia, Benin & Vietnam) network, an...

March 16th, 2021

Dr. Samara Zavalkoff - Marthe-Pelland Award

Our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Samara Zavalkoff who was presented with the Marthe-Pelland...

March 5th, 2021

$9.6M federal infrastructure investment renews Canada’s largest study of aging

Congratulations to Dr. Christina Wolfson, a Senior Scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill ...

February 12th, 2021

Dr. Sarkis Meterissian among the 2020 winners of the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation's "One Million to Help" contest

In January 2021, Dr. Sarkis Meterissian, director of the Breast Cancer Clinic at the MUHC and his ...

February 4th, 2021

Dr. Lucy Gilbert named Woman of Influence™ for 2021

In recognition of her extraordinary accomplishments in research and development that led to the...

February 1st, 2021

Pnina Brodt receives Lifetime Achievement Award from the University of Ottawa

Alumni Award of Distinction winner conducts research on the biology of cancer metastasis at the...

January 21st, 2021

Brain tumour researchers honoured by Québec Science magazine

Visit quebecscience.qc.ca and vote now for YOUR top scientific discovery of 2021! ...

December 1st, 2020

Dr. Alice Benjamin named an Officer of the Order of Canada on the eve of her retirement

Dr. Alice Benjamin has been a pillar of the Dept of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the Royal Victoria...

November 27th, 2020

Order of Canada is bestowed on Dr. Guy Rouleau

Doctor Rouleau has dedicated his life to improve diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases...

November 18th, 2020

Franco Carnevale is awarded the Badge of merit of the Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec

On November 9, the Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec (OIIQ) awarded the 2020 Badge...

November 9th, 2020

Dr. Natalie Dayan receives New Investigator Award from the Canadian Society of Internal Medicine

Honouring research that takes women’s heart health to heart! Source: RI-MUHC. The Canadian...

September 19th, 2020

MUHC palliative care pioneer, Dr. Balfour Mount, gets his own commemorative stamp from Canada Post

This latest set of stamps salutes groundbreaking contributions to medicine and research Having...

August 7th, 2020

Canada Research Chairs Program announces new and renewed chairs

Congratulations to five RI-MUHC researchers! Source: McGill Newsroom. Five researchers from the...

July 30th, 2020

Dr. Armen Aprikian appointed Clinical Lead, Rossy Cancer Network

A leading urologic oncologist and researcher takes the helm Source: Med E-News. A leading...

July 21st, 2020

Two selected for 2020 Osler Teaching Award

Selected each year by the graduating medical class at McGill University, the Osler Award for...

July 13th, 2020

Recipient of the 2020-2021 Dr. Margaret Becklake Fellowship: Mikashmi Kohli

A postdoctoral fellow from the RI-MUHC is recognized for international work on TB diagnostics ...

Unit for chronically ventilated residents at the Camille-Lefebvre Pavilion of the MUHC now recognized as an acute care specialty unit

Promising COVID-19 therapeutic drug to start phase 3 clinical trial in the United States

The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging targets brain health

Clinic fills critical gap in autism care

Dr. Guy Rouleau elected WFN first vice-president

Honouring the Spirit of Giving: National Philanthropy Day

Remembrance Day: Looking back at the MGH’s contribution to Canada’s war efforts

November 7 - 13: Technologists Week

Can inhaled corticosteroids alleviate early symptoms of COVID-19?

Regular screening for tuberculosis in Inuit communities is cost-effective

The MUHC reaffirms its commitment to the Lachine Hospital

It’s Respiratory Therapy Week and we say Thank you!

Occupational Therapy Month

Keep the smize going!

For a healthy public network: A 514-450 initiative to abolish the use of independent workers

The Quebec Metastatic Breast Cancer Registry: Advancing research and care

Changes to entrance rules and family presence and visitors policy at MUHC hospitals

Study confirms efficiency of app that quickly assesses risk of cancer predisposition syndromes in children with cancer

Monday, October 11 is a holiday at the McGill University Health Centre

World Smile Day: Smiling costs nothing and does a world of good

September 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Dr. Jonathan L. Meakins inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

One call, one appointment!

Forty bursaries available to aspiring PABs thanks to McGill University Health Centre Bursary Program

Changes to entrance rules and family presence and visitors policy at MUHC hospitals

The Medical Mission and Critical Care meet the challenges of COVID-19

The Neuroscience Mission meets the challenges of COVID-19

The Montreal Children’s Hospital meets the challenges of COVID-19

The Cancer Care Mission meets the challenges of COVID-19

The Challenges of COVID-19: Lessons for the Future

Reminder to all patients and visitors: Wearing a mask is mandatory at the MUHC

Correcting errors in your COVID-19 vaccination record

Launch of vaccination for pregnant women

Start of vaccination of people with a physical disability, an intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder and their caregivers

Vaccination extended to certain people with chronic diseases

Pregnant during COVID-19? Here’s a guide on everything you need to know.

Start of vaccination of essential workers in environments at high risk of an outbreak and phase 2 of vaccination of healthcare workers

COVID-19: Vaccination of people with a chronic disease

1st dose of COVID-19 vaccine provides 80% protection 14 days after administration

The Montreal Children’s Hospital participates in an effort to increase capacity by caring for MUHC adult patients

COVID-19 : Five outbreaks at the MUHC

Clarification about staff under quarantine, isolation and use of PPE at the MUHC

Update: Outbreak of Covid-19 at Lachine Hospital

COVID-19 Outbreak at the Lachine Hospital - November 23rd update

Outbreak of Covid-19 at Lachine Hospital

Visits from caregivers reinstated on the 2nd floor of Camille Lefebvre Pavilion

A safer cafeteria

COVID-19: outbreak on the 15th floor of the Montreal General Hospital

Unit for chronically ventilated residents at the Camille-Lefebvre Pavilion of the MUHC now recognized as an acute care specialty unit

Can inhaled corticosteroids alleviate early symptoms of COVID-19?

Regular screening for tuberculosis in Inuit communities is cost-effective

The MUHC reaffirms its commitment to the Lachine Hospital

The Quebec Metastatic Breast Cancer Registry: Advancing research and care

Study confirms efficiency of app that quickly assesses risk of cancer predisposition syndromes in children with cancer

New study will assess impact of COVID-19 vaccination on Canadians with immune-mediated inflammatory disease

App-based HIV self-testing program leads to rapid detection of new infections and efficient connection to care

MUHC RESPONDS TO EMERGENCY SITUATION

Study finds cancer screening tool may help predict risk of developing a new cancer among childhood cancer survivors

Appointment of Dr. Jamil Asselah as President of the Executive Scientific Committee of the McPeak–Sirois Group

New Quebec study evaluates long-term complications of COVID-19

Study reveals startling numbers of serious bacterial infections in feverish infants during the pandemic

Recurrent miscarriage: what if the cause is genetic?

New study paves the way to novel treatment for Triple Negative Breast Cancer

Alarming number of preteens and teens are suffering from mental health issues

When will I fully recover from surgery? New study highlights patients’ perspectives on postoperative recovery

Dr. Bethany Foster appointed Chair, Department of Pediatrics, McGill University and Pediatrician-in-Chief, McGill University Health Centre

Dialysis patients do not develop adequate antibodies with one dose of SARS-CoV-2 vaccine

200 years of excellence at the Montreal General Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC)

Rhian M. Touyz to Lead Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre

Two studies confirm efficiency of saliva tests for COVID-19

Saliva samples for COVID-19 testing: as good as nasopharyngeal swabs, but cheaper

Could an antidepressant slow COVID-19 progression?

Dawn Singerman is selected to participate in the 2021 IHF Young Executive Leaders Program

​​​​​​​Caring for a child with a degenerative rare disease

News from Mr. Saad

Type 1 diabetes: a smooth transition from pediatric to adult care at the MUHC

Diagnosed and pregnant: battling sickle cell disease

Cured after decades of disease

Using CrossFit to stick it to Cancer

Taking your Health to Heart

Caring for a child with a degenerative rare disease

Caring for a child with a degenerative rare disease