University Health Network (UHN)

University Health Network (UHN) is a medical centre that comprises four hospitals: Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto General Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute.

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A new study shows that an antiviral drug can speed up recovery of COVID-19 patients

A blood test to detect and classify cancer at its earliest stages

Cancer scientists led by principal investigator Dr. Daniel De Carvalho at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have combined “liquid biopsy,” epigenetic alterations and machine learning to develop a blood test to detect and classify cancer at its earliest stages. The findings, published online today in Nature, describe not only a way to detect cancer, but hold promise

A blood test to detect and classify cancer at its earliest stages

First functional pacemaker cells for biological pacemaker therapy holds the promise of a lifelong cure

Scientists from the McEwen Centre for Regenerative Medicine, University Health Network, have developed the first functional pacemaker cells from human stem cells, paving the way for alternate, biological pacemaker therapy. Their findings, “Sinoatrial node cardiomyocytes derived from human pluripotent cells function as a biological pacemaker,” published online in Nature Biotechnology on Dec. 12, detail how

First functional pacemaker cells for biological pacemaker therapy holds the promise of a lifelong cure

Simple Drug Regimen Cures Hepatitis C Virus in Patients After 12 Weeks

Researchers at the Toronto Western Hospital (TWH) Liver Clinic have found that a simple drug regimen delivered over 12 weeks achieved sustained eradication of several genotypes of the hepatitis C virus (HCV) in 99 per cent of the trial’s patients. The study, released today in the New England Journal of Medicine, showed that receiving a

Simple Drug Regimen Cures Hepatitis C Virus in Patients After 12 Weeks

New Treatment for “Arthritis of the Spine” Prevents Paralysis

Decompression surgery has a significant improvement in both the symptoms and quality of life of CSM patients at all levels of severity In a world-first, decompression surgery has been shown to be an effective procedure to treat cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) – a common progressive, degenerative disease of the spine that can lead to paralysis

New Treatment for “Arthritis of the Spine” Prevents Paralysis

New study redefines how plaques grow in heart disease

The growth of deadly plaque inside the walls of arteries may not happen as scientists believed, research from the University of Toronto and Massachusetts General Hospital has found. The research also suggests a new potential target in the treatment of atherosclerosis, a leading cause of cardiovascular disease and death globally. The research team found that

New study redefines how plaques grow in heart disease

Researchers describe potential for MERS coronavirus to spread internationally after mass gatherings in the Middle East this summer and fall

Researchers describe potential for MERS coronavirus to spread internationally after mass gatherings in the Middle East this summer and fall The life-threatening MERS coronavirus that has emerged in the Middle East could spread faster and wider during two international mass gatherings involving millions of people in the next few months, according to researchers who describe

Researchers describe potential for MERS coronavirus to spread internationally after mass gatherings in the Middle East this summer and fall

New ‘Biowire’ Technology Matures Human Heart by Mimicking Fetal Heartrate

A new method of maturing human heart cells that simulates the natural growth environment of heart cells while applying electrical pulses to mimic the heart rate of fetal humans has led researchers at the University of Toronto to an electrifying step forward for cardiac research. The discovery, announced this week in the scientific journal Nature Methods,

New ‘Biowire’ Technology Matures Human Heart by Mimicking Fetal Heartrate

Deep Brain Stimulation shows promise for patients with chronic, treatment resistant Anorexia Nervosa

Four of the six patients also experienced simultaneous changes in mood, anxiety, control over emotional responses, urges to binge and purge and other symptoms related to anorexia In a world first, a team of researchers at the Krembil Neuroscience Centre and the University Health Network have shown that Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in patients with

Deep Brain Stimulation shows promise for patients with chronic, treatment resistant Anorexia Nervosa

Critically Ill Flu Patients Saved With Artificial Lung Technology Treatment Normally Used For Lung Transplant Patients

The ECLS systems are essentially artificial lungs that oxygenate the patient’s blood outside the body In recent weeks the intensive critical care units at University Health Network’s Toronto General Hospital have used Extra Corporeal Lung Support (ECLS) to support five influenza (flu) patients in their recovery from severe respiratory problems. ECLS systems are normally used

Critically Ill Flu Patients Saved With Artificial Lung Technology Treatment Normally Used For Lung Transplant Patients

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How the pandemic is hurting university students’ mental health
on May 4, 2021 at 6:15 am
For many students, the university campus isn’t just where they go to learn. It also provides a space for relationships that helps them to form important networks and alliances that evolve and extend ...
Team from UHN, CAMH identify unique characteristics of human neurons
on May 2, 2021 at 9:00 pm
Scientists at the Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network (UHN), in collaboration with colleagues at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), have used precious and rare ...
New National Health Care Network To Focus On Autism
on May 2, 2021 at 7:15 pm
A first-of-its-kind network of autism centers is aiming to better address the needs of those with the developmental disability by putting the latest research into practice faster.
UHN pre-registration: Who is getting vaccine invites in M5V, M6E, M6H and why
on April 23, 2021 at 3:25 am
Vaccine invite emails have been sent out by the province to some in the M5V, M6H and M6E postal codes, leaving others wonderign why they weren't chosen.
Meet the UHN scientist advocating for accessible STEM learning
on April 19, 2021 at 9:48 am
Dr. Nicole Woods began her career at Toronto’s University Health Network (UHN) as an education scientist. Her work as a member at The Institute for Education Research (TIER), takes concepts and ...

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Team from UHN, CAMH identify unique characteristics of human neurons - EurekAlert
May 3, 2021
Deep Learning model developed at UHN to maximize lifespan after liver transplant - EurekAlert
April 12, 2021
Triple combination therapy shows promise against a rare deadly asbestos cancer - EurekAlert
April 14, 2021
Double-lung transplant after COVID-19 performed in Canada - EurekAlert
April 12, 2021
BlueRock Therapeutics Receives Permission from Health Canada for DA01 Trial in Parkinson's Disease - PRNewswire
April 7, 2021

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Study identifies unique characteristics of human neurons
on May 3, 2021 at 2:06 am
Scientists at the Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network (UHN), in collaboration with colleagues at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), have used precious and rare ...
Team from UHN, CAMH identify unique characteristics of human neurons
on May 2, 2021 at 9:00 pm
Scientists at the Krembil Brain Institute, part of University Health Network (UHN), in collaboration with colleagues at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), have used precious and rare ...
Gulf Medical University (GMU) prepares learners to pursue successful careers in the healthcare sector
on April 29, 2021 at 2:25 am
GMU has academic and research tie-ups with more than 60 institutions Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman, has six colleges, offering 26 accredited programmes for students of more than 86 ...
UHN pre-registration: Who is getting vaccine invites in M5V, M6E, M6H and why
on April 23, 2021 at 3:25 am
Vaccine invite emails have been sent out by the province to some in the M5V, M6H and M6E postal codes, leaving others wonderign why they weren't chosen.
Health care providers contemplate plastic waste
on April 22, 2021 at 8:34 am
Federally funded project will focus on reducing and recapturing plastic waste from personal protective equipment and medical single-use items ...