Opinion: Canada can be the global leader in medical research As the U.S. slashes funding to its research initiatives, there is a chance for us to recruit the best talent from around the world

"It is time for Canada to lead." 🇨🇦

Dr. Kevin Smith, UHN President & CEO, and Dr. @bradwouters.com, EVP Science & Research, unpack the global trends and economic opportunity that sparked the initiative to make Canada a science powerhouse.

Read the new op-ed in @theglobeandmail.com:

We’re unveiling a bold new initiative at UHN🍁💯

Join us for a livestream tomorrow, April 7, 2025 @ 11:45AM EST to learn more!

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Brain gain? Toronto's @UHN hospital system will announce a strategy to attract U.S. health scientists - plan to be unveiled Monday.
Website isn't up yet, but U.S scientists interested check here Monday. Hopefully other hospitals & universities follow UHNCanadaleads.ca

Elana Trainoff didn't think it was possible to have a heart attack at 40. This year, she celebrates the 10th anniversary of her life-saving surgery at UHN's Peter Munk Cardiac Centre and advocates for women to learn risks and prevention strategies.

Read her story:
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Hospitals getting into the housing business In the past year, Toronto’s University Health Network has found itself anchoring two novel housing initiatives

How are hospitals getting involved in real estate?

In the past year, UHN anchored two novel initiatives involving "prescribed housing", 25,000 sq. ft of new clinical space, and 100 affordable rental apartments for employees.

Learn more in @theglobeandmail.com:

Bold Resolve is more than a plan, it is a call to action to relentlessly redefine the future of health. What a privilege it is to be part of the UHN team! 🧬🩺🧑‍🔬📚
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Learn the sweet truth🍭

#TeamUHN's Primrose Mharapara, endocrinology Nurse Practitioner, discusses how sugar is processed, the healthy fats we should eat, and the links between excess sugar and the risk of cancer on this episode of theZoomer.

Watch the full episode:
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Virtual simulations developed at York U offer solutions for anxiety - YFile Professor Lora Appel's groundbreaking virtual reality exposure therapy is providing treatment for individuals with anxiety and related conditions.

Imagine the potential applications of #VR in healthcare and therapy. Lora Appel is leading a team at UHN's KITE Research Institute to create 360-degree immersive experiences that soothe and engage patients in a controlled environment.

Learn more:
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UHN is expanding!

We are excited to announce the purchase of 522 University Avenue. The 15-storey building will support continued growth for cancer care, research and education at UHN’s Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and Toronto General Hospital.

Read the release:
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Opinion: The homelessness epidemic is a health crisis, but also an economic one People can’t be expected to recover from addiction or live healthier lives if they don’t have a place to call home

"Every day, people are dying on social-housing waitlists, denied stability that makes health and well-being possible."

Read the illuminating @theglobeandmail.com piece by Dr. Andrew Boozary, executive director of UHN's Gattuso Centre for Social Medicine:

UHN | Goodbye 2024, Hello 2025! | 2024 Year in Review YouTube video by UHNToronto

2024 has been a remarkable year at UHN!

Together, #TeamUHN met new challenges and achieved new heights as we continued to work toward our vision of A Healthier World. Catch up on our top stories with Dr. Kevin Smith in our #UHNYearInReview2024.

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