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$4-million donation helps Niagara Health launch Knowledge Institute

$4-million donation helps Niagara Health launch Knowledge Institute

Posted May 2nd, 2023

The Niagara Health Knowledge Institute (NHKI) will transform healthcare in Niagara through knowledge generation and mobilization, and help position Niagara Health as a national leader in research at community hospitals.

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Thrombosis research gives patients access to ‘cutting edge’ care

Thrombosis research gives patients access to ‘cutting edge’ care

Posted Mar 15th, 2023

With four clinical trials underway and the groundwork being laid for a fifth, Niagara Health has positioned itself as a leader in thrombosis research.

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Call for posters for Niagara Health Research Day

Call for posters for Niagara Health Research Day

Posted Feb 21st, 2023

Physicians, staff, students and community members doing research or quality improvement work to support a healthier Niagara are invited to showcase their work with a poster presentation at the upcoming Niagara Health Research Day on Thursday, May 4 at Brock University.

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Doctor’s efforts make community hospitals hubs of healthcare research

Doctor’s efforts make community hospitals hubs of healthcare research

Posted Jan 12th, 2023

A Niagara Health intensivist’s efforts to grow a national community hospital research network continue to gain momentum while raising the profile of research at Niagara Health.

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Niagara Health contributes to study comparing masks in preventing COVID-19 transmission among healthcare workers

Niagara Health contributes to study comparing masks in preventing COVID-19 transmission among healthcare workers

Posted Dec 7th, 2022

Findings show that both medical masks and N95 respirators work equally well in protecting against the respiratory virus.

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Niagara Health cancer doctor’s research finds specialized radiation treatment poses few risks of side effects

Niagara Health cancer doctor’s research finds specialized radiation treatment poses few risks of side effects

Posted Nov 30th, 2022

Dr. Eric Nguyen compiled the largest body of data yet to help radiation oncologists make more informed decisions about using stereotactic body radiation therapy to treat lung and bone cancers that have metastasized.

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Study co-authored by Niagara Health doctor increases treatment options for prostate cancer patients

Study co-authored by Niagara Health doctor increases treatment options for prostate cancer patients

Posted Oct 28th, 2022

Findings will help cancer doctors better treat recurring prostate cancer in those choosing a non-standard approach as first-line treatment.

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How a hematologist is leading the efforts to use blood wisely

How a hematologist is leading the efforts to use blood wisely

Posted Aug 15th, 2022

Dr. Mohammad Refaei’s efforts to help his colleagues make the most informed decisions about administering blood transfusions have earned Niagara Health national recognition.

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Research Day celebrates growth of health-related research in Niagara

Research Day celebrates growth of health-related research in Niagara

Posted Apr 28th, 2022

More than 110 researchers across Niagara and Hamilton participated in Niagara Health’s second Annual Research Day.

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Niagara Health’s second Annual Research Day to take place April 28

Niagara Health’s second Annual Research Day to take place April 28

Posted Apr 25th, 2022

Researchers across Niagara and Hamilton will be gathering virtually for Niagara Health’s second Annual Research Day to share their findings and ideas to improve overall health and well-being, patient outcomes and the way care is delivered in our communities and beyond.

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