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Dr. Lorraine Jensen on putting allyship into practice

Posted Jun 9th, 2026

Dr. Lorraine Jensen on putting allyship into practice

As an ally to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Dr. Lorraine Jensen uses her influence as a physician – and one in a high-profile leadership position – to support and advocate for underrepresented and marginalized groups. 

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“Heart in a box” technology helps Niagara Health reduce wait for heart transplants

Posted Jun 4th, 2026

“Heart in a box” technology helps Niagara Health reduce wait for heart transplants

The equipment, which is available through Trillium Gift of Life Network, expands the heart donor pool and is expected to reduce the wait-list by nearly a third.

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Niagara Health’s geriatrics program treats caregivers as essential partners in care

Niagara Health’s geriatrics program treats caregivers as essential partners in care

Posted Jun 11th, 2026

Caregivers play a critical role in helping older adults stay safe and independent at home. At Niagara Health’s Geriatrics Assessment Program, they are not an afterthought. They are part of the care team.

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Dr. Lorraine Jensen on putting allyship into practice

Dr. Lorraine Jensen on putting allyship into practice

Posted Jun 9th, 2026

As an ally to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Dr. Lorraine Jensen uses her influence as a physician – and one in a high-profile leadership position – to support and advocate for underrepresented and marginalized groups. 

Read more

Why kidney transplant matters, here in Niagara

Why kidney transplant matters, here in Niagara

Posted Jun 5th, 2026

Across Canada, more than 50,000 people live with advanced kidney disease. About 30,000 depend on dialysis to survive. In Niagara, roughly 400 people are on dialysis.

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“Heart in a box” technology helps Niagara Health reduce wait for heart transplants

“Heart in a box” technology helps Niagara Health reduce wait for heart transplants

Posted Jun 4th, 2026

The equipment, which is available through Trillium Gift of Life Network, expands the heart donor pool and is expected to reduce the wait-list by nearly a third.

Read more

Daily walks lead to lasting friendships for senior and hospital staff

Daily walks lead to lasting friendships for senior and hospital staff

Posted Jun 3rd, 2026

John Gerden, 91, set out to stay active but found something more on the trail around Marotta Family Hospital: a growing circle of friendships.

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Ladies group stitches comfort, one chemotherapy cap at a time

Ladies group stitches comfort, one chemotherapy cap at a time

Posted May 28th, 2026

Ladies church group stitches chemotherapy caps for those undergoing treatment at the Walker Family Cancer Centre.

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