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Daily dose of caffeine impairs recovery after noise-induced hearing loss
June 30th, 2016 Releases A new study by investigators at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) has discovered that daily consumption of caffeine can impair recovery after temporary hearing damage. The results are …
MUHC expert Dr. Mark Ware appointed vice-chair of federal task force on legalization of cannabis
June 30th, 2016 Releases Dr. Mark Ware World-renowned pain specialist and medical cannabis researcher Dr. Mark Ware, director of clinical research at the Alan Edwards Pain Management Unit of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), has been nominated …
The MUHC clarifies its policy on end of life care
July 4th, 2016 Releases Last April, a MUHC patient requested medical assistance to dying and was transferred from the MUHC palliative care unit at the Glen to receive treatment. Both family and patient consented to the move for the procedure and were …
I heard the MUHC closed their geriatrics department. How does this make sense when the number of elderly patients is on the rise?
July 4th, 2016 Question: I heard the MUHC closed their geriatrics department. How does this make sense when the number of elderly patients is on the rise? Answer: Yes, the MUHC has recently had to close its 15 bed in-patient geriatric unit at the Montreal …
Researchers discover new genetic mutation linked to osteonecrosis of the hip
July 13th, 2016 Releases MONTREAL, 13 July, 2016 – Scientists at the Research Institute of McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) have discovered a new genetic mutation linked to osteonecrosis of the hip, specifically the femoral head – the …
“Big Data” study discovers earliest sign of Alzheimer’s development
July 14th, 2016 Releases Scientists at the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital have used a powerful tool to better understand the progression of late-onset Alzheimer’s disease (LOAD), identifying its first physiological signs. Led by Dr. Alan …
Caregiving should not be a lonely journey
July 27th, 2016 Taking care of oneself can be challenging at the best of times, but it is especially difficult for caregivers of patients with degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. On September 7, 2016, Friends of the MUHC will hold a lecture about …
Critical years ahead in fight against hepatitis C virus
July 28th, 2016 Articles Research In the last five years, new drugs have revolutionized the treatment of hepatitis C (HCV), a virus that causes serious liver disease. These medicines, which are safer and more effective than older therapies, have raised …
Running for Women’s Mental Health
June 12th, 2016 Releases Did you know that there is a direct and positive link between running and mental health? In fact, any aerobic exercise such as running benefits anyone suffering from a mental illness (and enhances mental health as well) in several …
Donors: Supporting Mental Health
December 1st, 2015 ‘We remember dear Jacquie with tender love and profound affection. Her family, friends and loved ones miss her dearly every day, especially her spirited sense of humour, her admirable determination in the face of adversity, and her …