/faculty/health/news-events/news.html 欧宝体育 RSS News Tue, 08 Apr 2025 21:01:52 GMT 2025-04-08T21:01:52Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/03/26/belief_in_leadership__new_kinesiology_course_offers_lessons_from_lasso.html For fans of the hit Apple TV+ comedy Ted Lasso, a new course at 欧宝体育 is generating excitement, offering opportunities for students to 鈥渂e curious, not judgemental.鈥� News School of Health and Human Performance Innovation Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/03/26/belief_in_leadership__new_kinesiology_course_offers_lessons_from_lasso.html Dawn Morrison 2025-03-26T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/03/17/two_dal_health_graduate_students_heading_to_the_3mt_finals.html Jasmine Friedrich Yap (MSc Rehabilitation Research) and Madeline Kwan (MSc Kinesiology) are taking the main stage this week in Dal鈥檚 3MT finals. Students Mon, 17 Mar 2025 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/03/17/two_dal_health_graduate_students_heading_to_the_3mt_finals.html Stephanie Brown 2025-03-17T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/03/04/breaking_the_cycle__rethinking_substance_use__stigma__and_social_inequities_in_canada.html Substance use is a reality for many Canadians, whether it involves a glass of wine after work, cannabis use, prescription medications, or illicit drugs. Yet, the way society responds to different substances鈥攁nd the people who use them鈥攊s far from equal. Legal, healthcare, and social policies often disproportionately impact marginalized populations, reinforcing existing inequities and limiting access to essential services. News Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/03/04/breaking_the_cycle__rethinking_substance_use__stigma__and_social_inequities_in_canada.html Dawn Morrison 2025-03-04T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/01/07/top_10_dal_health_stories_of_2024.html Check out the top 10 stories of 2024 News Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/01/07/top_10_dal_health_stories_of_2024.html Stephanie Brown 2025-01-07T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/11/29/cards_for_care__semester_three_nursing_students_collect__1_600_for_mosh.html This fall, Semester 3 nursing students collected close to $1,600 in donations of small denomination gift cards and bus tickets to donate to MOSH (Mobile Outreach Street Health). Students Fri, 29 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/11/29/cards_for_care__semester_three_nursing_students_collect__1_600_for_mosh.html Terry Murray-Arnold 2024-11-29T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/11/22/master_of_health_administration_grad_continuing_cancer_research_in_phd_in_health_program.html When Faramarz Jalili (MHA鈥�24) started the Master of Health Administration program, he had extensive education in pharmacy and health-care economics. School of Health Administration Students Alumni & Friends News Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/11/22/master_of_health_administration_grad_continuing_cancer_research_in_phd_in_health_program.html Stephanie Brown 2024-11-22T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/11/15/swab_rx_study_aims_to_expand_sexual_health_services_in_pharmacies.html An innovative new study (SWAB-Rx) aims to provide a comprehensive suite of sexual health services, including gonorrhea and chlamydia testing and treatment, directly in pharmacy settings. Dr. Kyle Wilby, Director of the College of Pharmacy at 欧宝体育, is the co-principal investigator of the study. Research Fri, 15 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/11/15/swab_rx_study_aims_to_expand_sexual_health_services_in_pharmacies.html Dawn Morrison 2024-11-15T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/11/04/master_of_science_in_occupational_therapy_grad_passionate_about_sustainability_in_health_care.html Ellen Petrie (MScOT 鈥�24) applied to the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy because it aligned with her value of serving others. 鈥淚 knew through volunteering and from student jobs that I wanted a career where I got the chance to work with people every day to achieve their goals. And that is exactly what this degree has given me.鈥� School of Occupational Therapy News Alumni & Friends Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/11/04/master_of_science_in_occupational_therapy_grad_passionate_about_sustainability_in_health_care.html Stephanie Brown 2024-11-04T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/24/msc__rehabilitation_research__grad_explores_passion_for_science_communication.html Juliet Rowe鈥檚 research journey started at the University of Victoria where she studied under Dr. Olav Krigolson, a 欧宝体育 alum. She was awarded an NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award, which solidified her passion for the research process and ultimately guided her decision to pursue graduate studies. Students Alumni & Friends School of Physiotherapy News Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/24/msc__rehabilitation_research__grad_explores_passion_for_science_communication.html Stephanie Brown 2024-10-24T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/16/the_science_of_winning__dal_health_professor_guides_canada_s_olympic_athletes_to_peak_mental_performance.html For Lori Dithurbide, one of the highlights from the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris was the sheer excitement of first getting off the bus and entering the Olympic Village. 鈥淭hat鈥檚 when it really hits you 鈥� when you see the village and you think, 鈥極K, this is what we鈥檝e been preparing for.鈥� School of Health and Human Performance Teaching and Learning Research News Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/16/the_science_of_winning__dal_health_professor_guides_canada_s_olympic_athletes_to_peak_mental_performance.html Dawn Morrison 2024-10-16T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/04/respiratory_therapy_grad_makes_impact_in_field__cultivates_her_joy_in_healthcare_during_undergraduate_education.html The first in her family to complete a bachelor鈥檚 degree, Bachelor of Health Science in Respiratory Therapy (BHSc RT) graduate Emma Taylor is thrilled by and thankful for all that she has learned at Dal so far. Alumni & Friends Fri, 04 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/04/respiratory_therapy_grad_makes_impact_in_field__cultivates_her_joy_in_healthcare_during_undergraduate_education.html Josey Houle, Dal Health freelance writer 2024-10-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/01/healthcare_s_unsung_heroes___recognizing_and_celebrating_the_importance_of_clinical_instructors.html In a heartfelt celebration of dedication and mentorship, health preceptors and clinical instructors were recently honoured for their critically important role in educating the next generation of health professionals. Teaching and Learning Tue, 01 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/01/healthcare_s_unsung_heroes___recognizing_and_celebrating_the_importance_of_clinical_instructors.html Dawn Morrison 2024-10-01T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/01/master_of_health_administration_grad_explores_passion_for_health_care_and_technological_advancement.html During his time in 欧宝体育鈥檚 Master of Health Administration (MHA) program, Vinayak Thapar was thrilled to improve his research skills, participate in experiential learning opportunities, and be part of a diverse cohort. News School of Health Administration Alumni & Friends Tue, 01 Oct 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/10/01/master_of_health_administration_grad_explores_passion_for_health_care_and_technological_advancement.html Josey Houle, Dal Health freelance writer 2024-10-01T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/09/23/wellness_chronicles___reflections_from_and_about_the_dal_health_community.html With so much happening in our world, we can become complacent and easily forget the plight of others. Upon hearing of the shortage situation in Cuba, I decided to put together a mini-humanitarian trip to Varadero and three local pharmacists including two Dal grads made it possible! Alumni & Friends Mon, 23 Sep 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/09/23/wellness_chronicles___reflections_from_and_about_the_dal_health_community.html Submitted by Janet Dunphy (BA 90, BAHC 92, MA 93) 2024-09-23T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/09/06/appointment_of_dr__omisoore_dryden_to_cihr_tier_1_canada_research_chair_in_the_school_of_nursing.html The Faculty of Health invited applications for a Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in 鈥楢nti-Racism in Health Professions Education and Practice鈥� to be situated in the School of Nursing. We are very pleased to announce the appointment of tenured Full Professor Dr. OmiSoore Dryden to this role, starting July 1, 2025. News Fri, 06 Sep 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/09/06/appointment_of_dr__omisoore_dryden_to_cihr_tier_1_canada_research_chair_in_the_school_of_nursing.html Dal Health Communications 2024-09-06T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/08/28/how_welcoming_is_canada_.html When the war in Ukraine started and Canada welcomed some Ukrainian refugees 鈥� Dr. Raluca Bejan became interested in the difference in their reception vs. the recent refugee wave from Afghanistan. Dr. Bejan, School of Social Work, is an expert in migrant and refugee issues, and has recently released findings of a study looking at the inequalities of Canada鈥檚 reception of refugees from Ukraine versus Afghanistan. School of Social Work Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/08/28/how_welcoming_is_canada_.html Stephanie Brown 2024-08-28T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/08/14/staff_snapshot__andrew_pelrine__manager_of_alumni_engagement_and_donor_relations.html If you鈥檙e a Dal Health alum, chances are you鈥檝e met Andrew Pelrine. Pelrine works in the Dean鈥檚 Office in the Faculty of Health, working with our many Schools and academic units to engage with their alumni whether with events, feature stories or reunions. Inside Dal Health News Wed, 14 Aug 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/08/14/staff_snapshot__andrew_pelrine__manager_of_alumni_engagement_and_donor_relations.html Stephanie Brown 2024-08-14T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/08/02/nursing_students_support_local_community_in_population_health_promotion_project.html On July 3, Semester 3 Bachelor of Science in Nursing students met with the Mobile Outreach Street Health team in the Carleton campus quad to donate the sunscreen and Boost nutritional drinks that their class collected with the support of local organizations. News Fri, 02 Aug 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/08/02/nursing_students_support_local_community_in_population_health_promotion_project.html Josey Houle, Dal Health freelance writer 2024-08-02T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/09/bridging_continents__dal_students_to_learn__share___connect_in_west_africa.html Students of African ancestry from 欧宝体育 including some students in the Faculty of Health will join African Nova Scotian community members on a journey to Ghana, West Africa in July. The trip is meant to honor and commemorate the final year of the UN-declared Decade for People of African Descent (DPAD). Students Tue, 09 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/09/bridging_continents__dal_students_to_learn__share___connect_in_west_africa.html Miguel Nkeng and Dawn Morrison 2024-07-09T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/04/partnership_between_uplift_and_public_health_sees_continued_funding_allocated_for_youth_engagement_coordinators.html Representing a key outcome of the UpLift Partnership, Nova Scotia Health Public Health has announced continued funding for eight Youth Engagement Coordinator positions along with one provincial role. Partnerships News School of Health and Human Performance Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/04/partnership_between_uplift_and_public_health_sees_continued_funding_allocated_for_youth_engagement_coordinators.html Department of Health and Wellness and NS Health 2024-07-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/04/dal_health_researchers_use_podcasting_discover_the_people_behind_the_science.html Juliet Rowe and Theresa Gaughan are co-hosts of Mind: The Gap 鈥� a podcast that was created in Dr. Shaun Boe鈥檚 Lab for Brain Recovery and Function. Rowe, a Rehabilitation Research student, and Gaughan, a PhD in Health candidate, use the podcast to educate, inspire and to learn about themselves as researchers. Students Innovation PhD in Health School of Physiotherapy News Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/07/04/dal_health_researchers_use_podcasting_discover_the_people_behind_the_science.html Stephanie Brown 2024-07-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/21/dalhousie_university_nursing_student_closer_to__living_out_her_dream_of_helping_people__thanks_to_support_of_new_award.html 欧宝体育 School of Nursing student Sara Foster decided to become a Nurse because she wanted to help people. Thanks to the support of donors, she is one step closer to living out her dream. Students School of Nursing Alumni & Friends Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/21/dalhousie_university_nursing_student_closer_to__living_out_her_dream_of_helping_people__thanks_to_support_of_new_award.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-21T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/21/master_of_nursing_grad_passionate_about_working_in_mental_health_and_addictions.html Stephanie Williams is the first person in her immediate family to attend university. After graduating from Dal in 2020 with a BScN, Williams accepted a position at the Garron Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health while also working in withdrawal management in Lunenberg and Dartmouth. School of Nursing Students Alumni & Friends News Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/21/master_of_nursing_grad_passionate_about_working_in_mental_health_and_addictions.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-21T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/20/msc_audiology_grad_shifts_career_from_entomologist_to_audiologist.html Simon Pawlowski worked for many years as an entomologist, however, he began to find the long hours of lab work isolating. Pawlowski searched for a new career path that would allow him to work more directly with people. Through research, career aptitude tests, and recommendations from the Wolfville Hearing Clinic, he discovered the field of audiology. Students Alumni & Friends School of Communication Sciences and Disorders News Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/20/msc_audiology_grad_shifts_career_from_entomologist_to_audiologist.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-20T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/12/occupational_science_grad_exploring_concept_of_care_farming.html During her studies, MacEachren became passionate about understanding how the various daily tasks and activities people engage in impact their health and their wellbeing. She also believes the Occupational Science program broadened her awareness of diverse perspectives and the importance of equity. School of Occupational Therapy Students Alumni & Friends News Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/12/occupational_science_grad_exploring_concept_of_care_farming.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-12T15:00:00Z