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Groundbreaking study of e-cigarette cessation to guide clinical practice, say Heart Institute researchers

Researchers at the Heart Institute say a diverse array of tools can help people quit e-cigarettes

Heart Institute lead national effort with $2.8 million for smoking cessation expansion

Canada’s Minister of Mental Health and Addictions announced at the Heart Institute new initiatives to reduce tobacco-related harm across the country

Heart Institute transforming how rare cardiac conditions are diagnosed, treated and understood

The Canadian Centre for Rare Cardiac Conditions will host the 3rd Annual Rare Cardiac Conditions Conference on February 28, coinciding with International Rare Disease Day
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New study shows hypertensive disorders of pregnancy increase risk of abnormal heart rhythm

This study, conducted by experts at the Heart Institute, is featured in Circulation
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Heart Institute scientist named University Research Chair in Peptide-based Materials for Tissue and Organ Repair

Dr. Alarcón is at the forefront of developing innovative peptide-based materials to help repair damaged tissues and organs
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Heart Institute researchers lead study exposing gaps in cardiovascular care access in Canada

Researchers recommend a unified framework to improve care for patients with heart disease.
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Research Infosource rankings highlight strength of research and innovation in Ottawa

The University of Ottawa Heart Institute and The Ottawa Hospital ranked fourth nationally for research activity among comparable hospitals

Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology recognizes Heart Institute scientist for outstanding mentorship

Dr. Jennifer Reed is the 2024 recipient of the CSEP Mentorship Award in Honour of Enzo Cafarelli
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Heart Institute researchers funded to pursue projects on atherosclerosis, acute cardiac events and open science

Congratulations Drs. Kelly Cobey, Mireille Ouimet and Heather Tulloch

Heart Institute uses advanced ablation technology for first time in Americas

Use of the VARIPULSE™ Platform marks a significant milestone in the treatment of atrial fibrillation.