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From silent infection to rapid death: Why are some people more vulnerable to COVID-19?
September 24th, 2020 Research News Scientists discover genetic and immunological causes of 15 percent of life-threatening COVID-19 cases Two studies published today in Science by an international consortium of researchers provide a first answer to a …
Dialysis Unit at the Montreal General Hospital Gets a Facelift
June 30th, 2020 Articles News The inauguration of the new unit took place on June 17. Due to social distancing regulations, in-person attendance was limited but the ceremony was broadcast via ZOOM for others to join virtually. Excitement was in the air …
Global shortage of N95 masks: Finding a solution right at home
July 2nd, 2020 News Like most healthcare institutions around the globe, the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) faced a critical shortage of N95 masks during the Covid-19 pandemic. Teams from across the MUHC pulled together and, like champions, found a …
Notice of Public Meeting of the Board of Directors of the MUHC
July 6th, 2020 News Monday, July 13, 2020 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting will be held by Zoom. Please register at your convenience: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88081301755 You will receive an email confirming the …
CHAMPIONS in Medical Imaging
July 8th, 2020 Articles One of the first steps in making an accurate diagnosis is getting a clear picture of what's happening inside the body. From radiology and ultrasounds to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), positron emission …
Recipient of the 2020-2021 Dr. Margaret Becklake Fellowship: Mikashmi Kohli
July 13th, 2020 Accolades A postdoctoral fellow from the RI-MUHC is recognized for international work on TB diagnostics Mikashmi Kohli, PhD, is a postdoctoral fellow in the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases at the Research Institute of the …
Stroke care during COVID-19: Training and new protocols to boost safety and confidence
July 16th, 2020 Articles News When the COVID-19 pandemic began, The Neuro’s stroke service had to immediately re-evaluate the way they provided care. Among others, Dr. Mohamed Badawy and Georgia Niarchos took a leading role in overcoming this …
Early treatment trial of hydroxychloroquine shows no symptomatic benefit for COVID-19 patients
July 16th, 2020 Research News Outpatient adults with mild symptoms of COVID-19 don’t benefit from taking hydroxychloroquine, shows a new study. The results from the second arm of a randomized clinical trial conducted at the Research Institute of the …
Two selected for 2020 Osler Teaching Award
July 21st, 2020 Accolades Selected each year by the graduating medical class at McGill University, the Osler Award for Teaching Excellence recognizes an extraordinary educator who made a lasting impact on the cohort over the course of their four years of …
July 31 is the Deadline for the Call for Applications for the Next Executive Director and Chief Scientific Officer of the Research Institute of the MUHC
July 28th, 2020 News The Faculty of Medicine of McGill University and McGill University Health Centre invite applications for the positions of Executive Director and Chief Scientific Officer, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre and …