Can a smart app encourage HIV-self testing in Canada?

RI-MUHC researchers conduct first-of-its-kind HIV self-testing program in Montreal Source: MUHC HIV self-testing strategies have been recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO)...
November 30, 2018

Stigma impairs cognition in men living with HIV

Reducing stigma may address cognitive impairment in this population Source: The Neuro A new study has drawn a direct link between the amount...
November 28, 2018

Some research may be encouraging ineffective prescriptions, says new study

Concerns raised about efficacy of off-label use of already approved drugs A new paper published by McGill University researchers in JAMA Internal Medicine...
November 26, 2018

ALS researcher receives important grant

Gary Armstrong will use fish models to understand nervous system signaling A researcher from the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital (The Neuro) is...
November 23, 2018

Announcement of results of a clinical study unique in Canada on the effects of art on seniors

  Study initiated by the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, the RUIS McGill Centre of Excellence on Longevity and the Jewish General Hospital...
November 23, 2018

Parents shouldn’t worry if their infant doesn’t sleep through the night by 6-12 months of age

Study of close to 400 infants found no association between interrupted sleep and later developmental problems   Source: McGill Newsroom New parents often...
November 21, 2018

Scientists identify new genetic causes linked to abnormal pregnancies and miscarriages

New study paves the way for genetic counselling to help women at risk of recurrent molar pregnancy Source: MUHC Newsroom A team of...
November 21, 2018

Can’t sleep? Fruit flies and energy drinks offer new clues

Study finds new mechanism for regulating sleep in fruit flies using an ingredient commonly found in energy drinks Source: MUHC Newsroom Sleep is...
November 16, 2018

Let’s Go ‘Jooay’: version 2.0 of app linking disabled children to leisure activities close to home rolled out

  By Luca Martial and Jacqueline Di Bartolomeo A group of occupational therapists based at Montreal’s McGill University have launched a brand new version...
November 16, 2018

Cracking the genetic code of type 2 diabetes

A Research team works on a new study to identify genetic markers associated with type 2 diabetes Source: MUHC Once you have diabetes,...
November 14, 2018

Music improves social communication in autistic children

Improved communication skills may be linked to increased connectivity between auditory and motor regions of the brain, researchers at Université de Montreal and...
November 7, 2018

Key molecule responsible for learning and memory discovered

Netrin makes stronger connections among brain cells By Victor Swoboda, The Neuro Unlike old dogs, old adults can indeed learn new tricks thanks...
November 5, 2018