Patient at the Montreal Children’s Hospital rings a bell to celebrate end of treatment
After almost nine months of treatment, MCH patient Christina rang a bell to celebrate the end of this challenging phase of her cancer journey. The Bell Fund, launched by Judy Martin, who also underwent cancer treatment at the MUHC, will provide Comfort Kits to the more than 4,500 new cancer patients who are diagnosed and treated annually at the MUHC. Watch the footage on Global News and read more about the fund in The Suburban.
What to look forward to at the Lachine Hospital
Jacques Filion, president of the Lachine Hospital Foundation, discusses the foundation’s mission, the hospital’s history and the plan to redevelop the century-old facility. Watch the full interview on MaTV.
How to stay safe on icy sidewalks
Freezing rain caused slippery streets and sidewalks throughout the city last week and the MUHC saw a lot of visits to its Emergency Departments. Dr. Frederic Dankoff, MUHC medical coordinator for the adult sites, gave some advice on how to stay safe in this weather and discussed the signs that suggest you should go to the ER after a fall. Watch the interviews he gave to Breakfast Television, CTV and read the follow up in the Montreal Gazette.
The Flu season is worrying parents and filling the ERs
The flu season is at its peak, and the MCH emergency department has been seeing an increase in patients with flu symptoms. Dr. Harley Eisman, Director of the MCH’s ED, talks about the signs and symptoms to watch out for, and how to determine if your child should be brought to the Emergency Department. Watch his interview on Breakfast Television and read the articles on CJAD, CBC News, le Journal de Montréal and TVA Nouvelles.
The Neuro takes an “open science” approach
Despite all the research being done, there is still a lack of effective treatments for diseases affecting the brain - one of the most complex organs in the human body. The Neuro has decided to openly share its research findings in hopes that greater collaboration will accelerate scientific discovery. Read the full article in Le Devoir.
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