Valentine’s day is quickly approaching! Whether we are spending time with a special someone or going solo, this occasion is also a day to reflect on the need to maintain our health. In the context of February’s “Heart Health” month, it is a good time to take stock of our physical and mental health. CIHR experts are available to offer advice and information on how to make Valentine’s Day healthier.
Winter sports such as skating, skiing and snowshoeing are great forms of exercise. But cold temperatures, snow, ice, and fear of injury may discourage some people from getting outside and being active. The following CIHR-supported researchers are available to offer tips on how to enjoy winter sports safely based on the latest scientific evidence.
CIHR experts discuss how different types of violence can impact the mental and physical health of victims, and the latest research to help them on the road to recovery.
CIHR experts discuss the impact of music on people’s health.
CIHR experts discuss smoking in light of World No Tobacco Day.
CIHR experts discuss health research in light of Mother’s Day.
To comment on the Canadian system, and on what the future might hold for Americans, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Canada’s leading health research agency, has identified two internationally renowned researchers who can speak about the policy and cost components of a universal heath care plan.
Canadian Institutes of Health Research experts discuss sports and health on the eve of Super Bowl XLIV.
In light of Alzheimer Awareness Month, experts from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) are available to discuss the impact of Alzheimer’s on people and the health care system, and the newest potential interventions.
CIHR experts discuss the impact of holiday stress on people’s health.
CIHR experts speak out in light of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (November 25).
They’ve seen horrors, experienced threats and survived traumatic events. Military personnel often come back home with memories they’d rather forget. It’s not understood why some soldiers develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) while others don’t. However, many veterans simply don’t ask for help.
Canadian Institutes of Health Research experts discuss the impact of poverty on health (September 29).
When it comes to the health of a child, every decision a parent makes "“ before and after birth "“ can have long-term implications. Studies have shown that breastfeeding can boost a child's immune system, reduce the risk of infection, and, as CIHR's IHDCYH Scientific Director, Dr. Michael Kramer, and his team discovered, exclusive and prolonged breastfeeding can even make children smarter! While many studies have substantiated the benefits of breastfeeding, this topic remains highly debated within the health-care community. (Article available in French)
Research has shown that a father's involvement can affect the well-being of his children, but what about the impact of being a father on the man himself? Fatherhood is a central aspect of many men's lives and can have both positive and negative effects on their health.
Factors such as where you live, where you work and how much money you make can affect your health and well-being. People who experience poor economic and social conditions may be physically, psychologically and socially limited, and have difficulty achieving personal aspirations, satisfying needs, and coping with the environment. In response to today's report from the Senate Subcommittee on Population Health, CIHR-funded researchers are available to discuss how we can reduce health inequities and improve health through population health interventions.
New Canadian research is exploring the causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, including bacterial infections from food or water poisoning, which lead to a chronic low-level infection that in turn results in IBS symptoms. The research is also providing some hope for potential cures, including the use of probiotics and treatments to reduce stress levels.
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) experts discuss the National Immunization Awareness Week (April 25 to May 2).
Expert Alert - Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) experts speak out for World Water Day (March 22).
CIHR Expert Alert - Experts discuss female-related health problems for International Women's Day (March 8th).
CIHR experts discuss the caregiver's health in light of Alzheimer's Awareness Month.
Up to 10% of Canadian war veterans will experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to Veterans Affairs Canada. In honour of Remembrance Day, CIHR-funded researchers are available to discuss how we can help war veterans and others affected by PTSD.
Kids are still off from school and keeping them entertained is getting tougher by the day. But, can children have fun this summer while staying safe and healthy? Several experts from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) are attempting to take out some of the guesswork, and are available to comment on the various aspects of youth health.
Moms are most commonly thought to be at risk for postpartum depression. But dads, too, can get the "baby blues". With Father's Day approaching, experts from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research are available to provide insights into the latest research on health issues affecting dads, such as depression, and tips on how dads can enjoy the wonders of fatherhood while protecting their physical and mental health.
June is Seniors' Month. We've heard a lot on research about the downside of aging, but what about the upside? When it comes to aging, it shouldn't all be bad news "“ and it certainly isn't. Researchers now believe the boomer generation might be healthier seniors than previous generations. CIHR researchers are available to speak about research being done about becoming a healthy senior citizen.
CIHR experts discuss air pollution in light of Clean Air Day (June 4).
CIHR experts discuss smoking in light of World No-Tobacco Day (May 31).
Experimenting with drugs or going to a casino doesn't make you an addict. We all know that. But why do some develop an obsession? Experts agree that most of the time, those who become addicted also carry an underlying mental health problem. During Mental Health Week, experts from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research discuss how psychological issues have devastating consequences on people's lives.
Almost 1 in 10 women are physically abused by an intimate partner in any given year, and on average, 72 women are killed by their partner, or ex-partner, every year in Canada. In light of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women on December 6, Canadian Institutes of Health Research experts are speaking out and sharing what they have learned on the health implications of violence.
Nearly a quarter of Canadian adults reported that they, or a member of their family, had experienced a preventable medical adverse event. Health researchers funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) on infection control and patient safety are available to speak about their project and how their work will make a difference in Canadian hospitals.
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