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Quebec researchers and international collaborators identify a new breast cancer gene
April 27th, 2015 Releases A Quebec research team played a key role in an international study led by the University of Toronto and Pomeranian Medical University in Poland that identified a new breast cancer gene. The study, which was published online today …
Robert Richard gets impeccable care from Verdun Hospital to the MUHC
April 29th, 2015 Articles When Robert Richard had cervical spinal stenosis, a condition with potential severe consequences, he was grateful to have quick access to ultra-specialized, first-rate care at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). …
2015 - 2016 Budget
March 26th, 2015 Releases In response to the tabling of the Quebec government’s balanced 2015‐2016 budget, the Director General and CEO of the MUHC, Normand Rinfret, welcomed the commitments that will improve patient access to the Glen site and advance …
What communities were affected by the construction of this new hospital? And were they able to participate during the planning process?
April 8th, 2015 The Glen is situated at the nexus of Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, the South-West and Westmount. Since the beginning of the construction phase and up to its completion in November of 2014, the MUHC, in conjunction with the City of Montreal, local …
Tango dancing could benefit Parkinson's disease patients
April 13th, 2015 Releases Dancing the Argentine tango could have potential benefits for people at certain stages in the development of Parkinson’s disease (PD), according to findings in a new study by researchers at the Montreal Neurological Institute and …
National Pain Awareness Week 2015 : November 1 - 7, 2015
November 4th, 2015 Pain is the most prevalent complaint on earth. “People suffer from back pain, joint pain, pain from cancer, neuropathic pain and any number of other pain syndromes,” says Dr. Yoram Shir, director of the Alan Edwards Pain Management Unit …
World COPD Day: It's not too late to get help
November 18th, 2015 Releases Today marks the fourteenth annual World COPD Day, which aims to raise awareness of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) worldwide. This year’s theme, “It’s not too late,” emphasizes the meaningful actions people can …
Talking about rheumatoid arthritis: inspiration and encouragement
February 10th, 2015 Articles “Acceptance of a chronic condition is not a synonym of passiveness,” says Rheumatologist Dr. Inès Colmegna. “It’s a process that plays a positive role in a patient’s physical, social and emotional well-being.” Anne Weber * has …
The MAUDE Unit at the Glen: an ideal environment to welcome young adults with congenital heart disease
February 13th, 2015 Articles The Maude Unit celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2015! “We have created an environment where young patients with congenital heart disease feel at home,” says Cardiologist and MAUDE Director Dr. Ariane Marelli. When …
Cannabis: World-renowned researchers discuss a new frontier in therapeutics
February 14th, 2015 Releases From left to right: Dr. Mark Ware, Dr. Igor Grant, Professor Roger Pertwee While debate about recreational marijuana use continues, researchers are investigating the effectiveness of cannabis for treating pain, spasticity, and …