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Dr. Charles Bernstein

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15 years of philanthropy and progress in GI health: Dr. Charles Bernstein’s impact as Bingham Chair

November 13, 2024 — 
As the Bingham Chair in Gastroenterology for the past 15 years, Dr. Charles Bernstein's groundbreaking work in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) research and his creation of patient-centred outpatient programs have earned international recognition, positioning Manitoba as a global leader in gastrointestinal health.

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Research and International News

New Canada Research Chair using AI to improve quality of life in older populations

November 13, 2024 — 
In the next five years, the senior population in Canada is projected to exceed 9.5 million individuals, comprising approximately 23 percent of the total population. 

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Dr. Laura Saward speaks at a podium beside a projected slide dealing with diversity in clinical trials.

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Don’t let others define you, women scientists advise at WISDOM symposium

November 8, 2024 — 
Women in science who addressed about 70 WISDOM Equity Symposium attendees on Oct. 30 advised aspiring female scientists to find supportive mentors and champions; network as much as possible; promote equity, diversity and inclusion; and believe in their own passions, strengths and skills.

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A sick baby in hospital, hooked up to many wires and tubes.

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Winnipeg Free Press: Manitoba urged to protect all newborns against RSV with antibody shots

November 8, 2024 — 
Manitoba urged to protect all newborns against RSV with antibody shots

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A woman breastfeeding her infant child.

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Rady researchers receive more than $1 million toward breastfeeding initiatives

November 6, 2024 — 
Two Rady Faculty of Health Sciences projects aim to enhance breastfeeding initiatives and maternal health, focusing on underrepresented communities across Canada and Manitoba.

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Closeup of a health-care worker's hands holding the hand of a patient.

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UM researcher asks patients why they’ve chosen assisted death

November 5, 2024 — 
A PhD candidate in the Max Rady College of Medicine is conducting the first study in Canada that asks patients about their motivations for MAID in the context of social determinants of health and dignity-related distress.

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A oral pathologist examines the inside of a patient's mouth.

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First-ever oral cancer screening pop-up clinic held on Bannatyne campus

November 4, 2024 — 
More than 100 people were screened for oral cancer at a pop-up clinic held in the Brodie Centre atrium.

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Graduands standing in the atrium at Bannatyne campus for convocation. A colourful piece of Indigenous artwork can be seen in the background encircling them.

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Rady Faculty dean urges new grads to ‘take flight’ in their careers

November 1, 2024 — 
As the sun shone brightly into the Brodie atrium at Bannatyne campus for fall convocation on Oct. 31, Dr. Peter Nickerson, vice-provost (health sciences) and dean, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, asked the graduates of four health programs to take inspiration from the mural by Anishinaabe artist Blake Angeconeb that surrounded them. 

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Pharmacy award recipient Sean Ticsay with Class of 1966 alumni Dan Sitar and Marian Kremer

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Pharmacy award winners say balance is key

November 1, 2024 — 
Top students advise making time for friends, hobbies and self-care.

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3D render of mpox virus.

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Nature: Monkeypox virus keeps getting better at spreading among humans

October 31, 2024 — 
Monkeypox virus keeps getting better at spreading among humans

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