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Exploring Respiratory Therapy: insights and international reinforcement!
October 21st, 2024 Articles News Respiratory therapists (RTs) play an indispensable role in the management of critically ill, surgical, and chronic pulmonary disease patients. Their clinical skills and critical thinking have to be top-notch. To celebrate …
Celebrating Spiritual Care at the MUHC
October 21st, 2024 Articles News This week marks Spiritual Care Awareness Week, and we want to highlight our spiritual care practitioners who play a special role within the multidisciplinary team. Here are 5 lesser-known facts about their work. Spiritual …
Young men who vape may be at greater risk for future heart disease
October 23rd, 2024 News Releases Research Two new studies examine how vaping during adolescence affects the lungs and heart. Montreal, October 23, 2024 — E-cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, contain nicotine and various chemicals, including some used …
MUHC wins MSSS Prix d’excellence in Sustainable Development
May 24th, 2024 News Yesterday, in Quebec City, the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MSSS) held a ceremony to announce the winners of its Prix d’excellence du réseau de la santé et des services sociaux, which celebrate the innovation, commitment …
Street closures around MUHC sites this weekend
May 29th, 2024 News Please note that during the Festival Go Vélo (Tour de l’île), many street closures around MUHC hospitals are expected (Glen site, the MGH and the Neuro). To ensure round-the-clock access to emergency services, Urgences-santé has …
Wheelchair athlete overcomes health challenges and stigma to shine on the international stage
May 30th, 2024 News In March, Marie Pontini checked off a goal on her bucket list. She became the first Canadian female wheelchair user to compete in an international bodybuilding competition. She placed second at the 2024 Arnold Amateur Women’s …
MUHC team presents at an international conference
May 31st, 2024 News With very enthusiastic patient partner Suzanne Longpré, MUHC Senior Clinical and Organizational Ethics Advisor Gabrielle Lemieux presented, for the first time internationally, the MUHC's organizational ethics program and the impressive …
Information technology at Lachine: modernizing to serve the community
June 3rd, 2024 News The Lachine Hospital modernization project is moving ahead at a remarkable pace. In addition to the new ultramodern section, two floors of the historic former St-Joseph Hospital building will be completely renovated. This project also …
Wear purple from June 10 to 15 to raise awareness for the prevention of Elder Abuse
June 10th, 2024 News Every year on June 15, communities around the world come together to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day . Established by the United Nations in 2011, this significant event raises public awareness of elder abuse and encourages people …
Men’s Health and Wellness Day at Lachine Hospital – invite your friends and family!
June 4th, 2024 News The third edition of Men’s Health and Wellness Day at Lachine Hospital takes place Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The MUHC’s Lachine Hospital teams invite men to take part in this event. A check of your health: it’s …