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June 19, 2019
SickKids scientists named new Canada Research Chairs
More than 10 researchers at the SickKids Research Institute were awarded prestigious Tier 1 and Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs through the University of Toronto.
June 13, 2019
Jen Lockwood, Program Manager, Engagement and HR Communications, Human Resources at SickKids shares her perspective on supporting her son's journey with gender identity.
June 5, 2019
SickKids named top Canadian health-care institution among world’s top 200 in biomedical sciences
SickKids is pleased to be among the Top 200 Healthcare Institutions in this year’s Nature Index 2019 Biomedical Sciences. SickKids ranked number 27 of health-care institutions globally.
June 3, 2019
Ontario paediatric emergency departments order fewer low-value imaging tests than US counterparts
Lower use of imaging tests in Ontario paediatric emergency departments was not associated with higher rates of poor outcomes, suggesting that use may be safely reduced in the United States, according to a new study by researchers at ICES and SickKids.
June 3, 2019
Peter Gilgan Foundation donates $100 million – largest single gift ever to SickKids
Peter Gilgan Foundation donates gift of $100 million, the largest single gift ever to SickKids. The donation will support the SickKids VS Limits campaign, a key element of which involves building a new patient care tower on University Avenue, which will be named the Peter Gilgan Family Patient Care Tower.
May 28, 2019
Taking a scientific perspective to new heights: Doors Open 2019 at the PGCRL!
As part of Doors Open Toronto 2019, we opened the Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning to the public! This year, visitors were invited to roam through the Gallery and were given the opportunity to take their perspective to new heights with a view from the 19th floor interactive space.
May 21, 2019
New discovery finds potential non-antibiotic treatment for cancer-causing bacteria
H. pylori is high on the WHO's list of antibiotic-resistant bacteria that pose the greatest threats to human health. This research has shown that harnessing the cell’s own ability to eliminate bacteria inside of stomach cells could be a potential new treatment for H. pylori infection.
May 15, 2019
Sharing our knowledge and expertise worldwide: Meet Dr. Mohamed Mohideen, Tianjin, China
Dr. Mohamed Mohideen is a former fellow in Critical Care at SickKids. Through SickKids' partnership with TEDA International Cardiovascular Hospital (TICH) in Tianjin, China, Mohamed was appointed Director of TICH's intensive care unit, a role he has held since August 2018.
May 15, 2019
Obesity rising faster in rural areas than cities: new study
Obesity is increasing more rapidly in the world’s rural areas than in cities, according to a new study of global trends in body-mass index (BMI).
May 9, 2019
In celebration of both Nursing Week and Children’s Mental Health Week, meet two of our cross-trained nurses, who share their perspectives on bridging medical health care and mental health care.
May 9, 2019
Connected Care: A new program to improve transitions from hospital to home
The health-care system can be a complicated space for families to navigate, especially for families of children who depend on the use of medical technologies. Connected Care supports the care children are receiving and strengthens paediatric expertise among community and home-care providers.
May 6, 2019
Children in lower-income areas are at a higher risk of being injured by motor vehicles than those living in higher-income neighbourhoods in Ontario, according to a new study from SickKids, York University and ICES.