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A chance at fatherhood after testicle cancer
September 9th, 2015 Articles Greg Star was 22 years old when he suspected he had a tumour in his testicle. “I had a terrific pediatrician who taught me how to do the self-examination,” he says. “In February 2004, I noticed a mild discomfort in my left …
Research breakthrough in fight against muscle wasting diseases
September 15th, 2015 Releases Montreal – It is estimated that half of all cancer patients suffer from a muscle wasting syndrome called cachexia. Cancer cachexia impairs quality of life and response to therapy, which increases morbidity and mortality of …
A Smoke and Vape Free MUHC
May 24th, 2018 News Fines will be imposed starting May 31, 2018 In 2015, the MUHC adopted a Smoke and Vape Free Policy which states that no smoking or vaping is permitted anywhere on hospital grounds. PLEASE NOTE: The policy covers tobacco, cannabis and …
Psoriasis Awareness Month
September 17th, 2015 Articles For the majority of patients with psoriasis, an incurable disorder of the immune system that causes raised, red patches to appear on the skin, a visit to the doctor and a topical cream can be all it takes to clear the …
Breakthrough in "marriage-broker" protein
August 13th, 2015 Releases Scientists at the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital -The Neuro, at McGill University and the McGill University Health Centre, have made a breakthrough in understanding an important protein that appears to act as a …
Access to Glen: St-Jacques exit on highway 720 West now closed for three months
August 17th, 2015 Click to enlarge image Please be advised that the Ministry of Transport has announced the closure of Exit 2 – Rue St-Jacques on Highway 720 West (Ville-Marie), which directly impacts access to the Glen site during a period of three …
The Centre for Global Surgery: emergency relief and long-term positive impact
August 19th, 2015 World Humanitarian Day, August 19, commemorates people who lost their lives in humanitarian service and celebrates the spirit that inspires humanitarian work around the world. Every year, McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) …
Pediatric Nephrologist Martin Bitzan: global health embraces clinical specialties
August 19th, 2015 Articles “Children in Quebec benefit from Dr. Rebecca Thomas’s care while she completes a training fellowship at the MCH,” says Dr. Martin Bitzan (left), with Dr. Thomas. World Humanitarian Day, August 19, commemorates people who lost …
Proud to be part of the MUHC
August 21st, 2015 Articles “I have been an oncology nurse at the MUHC for four years, and I’m extremely proud to be a member of this team.” For Marjolaine Bergeron, working in oncology at the MUHC is particularly stimulating as it means being part of one …
Final report of the MUHC 'accompagnateur'
August 24th, 2015 Releases The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) welcomes the final report by the MUHC ‘accompagnateur’ Dr. Michel A. Bureau, made public by the Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr. Gaétan Barrette. The report confirms that …