February is Heart Month 2025
Events throughout the month raise awareness, and fundraising initiatives support the life-saving work of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Action is needed now to improve cardiovascular health care and outcomes for Canadian women
The Canadian Women's Heart Health Alliance is calling for action to address the critical gap in heart health programs designed specifically for women
Top 10 tips to quit smoking
It’s never too late to quit smoking, and quitting is one of the best things you can do for your health. Here are 10 tips to make quitting smoking easier
Experts convene in Ottawa to showcase breakthrough strategies and research in smoking cessation
The 17th Annual Ottawa Conference: State-of-the-Art Clinical Approaches to Smoking Cessation runs from January 24-25, closing out National Non-Smoking Week in Canada
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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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2024 UOHI EDI in Research Awards (Investigators and Research Staff)
UOHI is pleased to congratulate Irene Guzman Soto, PhD (Research Staff) and David Messika-Zeitoun, MD (Investigator) as the recipients of the 2024 UOHI EDI in Research Awards. These awards recognize investigators and staff who are raising the bar for research excellence and thriving research environments.
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2024 UOHI Global Achievement Award – Benjamin Chow
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute is pleased to recognize Benjamin Chow, MD with its 2024 UOHI Global Achievement Award, for his extraordinary contributions to cardiac imaging, clinical care and academics. Dr. Chow is an outstanding clinician-investigator, bringing recognition to uOttawa, the Heart Institute, and Canada through his impactful contributions to cardiac imaging on the global stage.
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2024 UOHI Investigator of the Year – Erin Mulvihill
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute is pleased to recognize Erin Mulvihill, PhD as the 2024 UOHI Investigator of the Year. Dr. Mulvihill is a pioneer in the molecular control of glucose metabolism by gut hormones known as incretins.
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The 2024 Dr. Robert Roberts Award for Research Excellence
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute is pleased to announce that George Wells PhD, David Messika-Zeitoun MD, PhD and Marc Ruel MD/Erik Suuronen PhD/ Emilio Alarcon PhD have been selected as recipients of the 2024 Dr. Robert Roberts Award for Research Excellence.
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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.