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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jun 18

Wiiji Bimoseyang Binesi (Thunderbird Helping Them Walk) is a 10-unit facility located next to Sagkeeng Health Centre, designed to support adult community members living with disabilities and homelessness. news.umanitoba.ca/first-nation-w…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. After several years of planning, a new community-led supported living complex in Sagkeeng First Nation is welcoming its first residents this month. Wiiji Bimoseyang Binesi (Thunderbird Helping T...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jun 6

At a ceremony at Desaultels Concert Hall, 117 new nurses and seven new midwives were welcomed to their professions on June 5. The midwives were the program's second cohort and the first to be given pinards at the College of Nursing’s pinning ceremony. news.umanitoba.ca/new-midwives-a…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. At a ceremony at the University of Manitoba’s Desaultels Concert Hall, 117 new nurses and seven new midwives were welcomed to their professions on June 5. The midwives were the second co...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jul 24

The Biomedical Youth Program Summer Camp is back at the University of Manitoba. The camp welcomed students from Grades six to 12 at no cost. Guided by UM students, participants explored careers in health care through hands-on learning. news.umanitoba.ca/kids-discover-… @umanitoba

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. The University of Manitoba’s Rady Faculty of Health Sciences welcomed students back to its Biomedical Youth Program (BYP) Summer Camp — a week-long immersive experience where youth explore careers...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jul 22

Courtney Marshall, a PhD candidate at @umanitoba's Max Rady College of Medicine, has been nominated to attend a Lindau Meeting in Germany — a gathering of Nobel laureates and selected young scientists from around the world. news.umanitoba.ca/asthma-researc…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. “I'm sure you know multiple people who have asthma — and many who wish for something better.” That’s how Courtney Marshall, a graduate student at the University of Manitoba’s Rad...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jul 21

July 21 is #ZeroHIVStigmaDay. @umanitoba researchers are tackling HIV stigma through science, community and lived experience. Backed by $2.748M in federal funding, they’re addressing rising HIV rates in Manitoba. news.umanitoba.ca/zerohivstigmad…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. This #ZeroHIVStigmaDay, University of Manitoba researchers are working to reduce stigma and improve HIV care through science, collaboration with community, and the lived experience of those affecte...

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U of M Pharmacy@UofM_Pharmacy · Jul 15

Travelling? Think Steeles! ✈️ Steeles Apothecary is now offering a full suite of travel health services including consultations, medications and vaccinations! For more information please visit the link in our bio!#TravelHealth #SteelesApothecary #CollegeofPharmacy #UofM

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Jason Kindrachuk, PhD@KindrachukJason · Jul 15

Thanks to @umanitoba for highlighting these collaborative activities - truly a wonderful demonstration of the importance of sustained global research collaborations. And a huge thank you to @labgenpath for their continued leadership on mpox in DRC news.umanitoba.ca/studies-track-…

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jul 14

Dr. Andrew Halayko, CRC in Lung Pathobiology and Treatment, explains the harmful chemicals contained in wildfire smoke and who is most at risk, along with some of the best ways to mitigate the danger when significant wildfire smoke is present. #wildfires news.umanitoba.ca/video-how-does…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. The spread of uncontrolled wildfires has caused significant destruction and evacuations of communities across Manitoba this summer. With over 100 active wildfires in the province as of July 14, ...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jul 9

Congratulations to Dr. Titus Olukitibi for being awarded the prestigious Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship to expand his research on human papillomavirus (HPV) in Kenya. news.umanitoba.ca/new-um-banting…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. Dr. Titus Olukitibi has been awarded the prestigious Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship to expand his research on human papillomavirus (HPV) in Kenya. This research could lead to the development of a...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jul 8

A new UM study is seeking Manitobans who have received cancer treatment over the past 10 years to take part in a survey about their physical rehabilitation needs. See article for more information and to apply. news.umanitoba.ca/physio-study-s…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. A new UM study is seeking Manitobans who have received cancer treatment over the past 10 years to take part in a survey about their physical rehabilitation needs. Previous studies indicated that...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jul 7

An interprofessional student-led clinic, housed at Riverview Health Centre, welcomed its first intern from the College of Pharmacy this spring. For 12 weeks a year, students run the clinic under supervision as part of their work experience. news.umanitoba.ca/interprofessio…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences’ Student-Led Interprofessional Neuro Clinic, housed at Riverview Health Centre, welcomed its first intern from the College of Pharmacy this spring. Fo...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jul 3

We’re pleased to share that Nitesh Sanghai, PhD candidate in the College of Pharmacy, has been named one of the 2025 CAS Future Leaders Top 100. The program highlights the strength of learning, engaging and connecting among early-career scientists worldwide.

UM_RadyFHS's tweet image. We’re pleased to share that Nitesh Sanghai, PhD candidate in the College of Pharmacy, has been named one of the 2025 CAS Future Leaders Top 100. The program highlights the strength of learning, engaging and connecting among early-career scientists worldwide.

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U of M Pharmacy@UofM_Pharmacy · Jun 20

Not only is June 21st National Indigenous Peoples day, but June is Indigenous History Month! A perfect time to reflect, learn and celebrate Indigenous history and culture! 🧡 #UniversityofManitoba #IndigenousPeoplesDay

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jun 20

Dr. Rae Spiwak, assistant professor of surgery in UM’s Max Rady College of Medicine led the study and her team analyzed anonymized social and health records stored in the population data repository at UM’s Manitoba Centre for Health Policy. news.umanitoba.ca/medscape-medic…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. For children, living in a rural area, being born to a teen mother, and being part of a family that receives income assistance are three factors associated with an increased risk of traumatic injury...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jun 16

I am honoured to be featured by @HeartandStroke this #StrokeMonth to share my journey—advocating for equitable access to stroke care. Thank you for spotlighting this work. #StrokeMonth #BeatStroke #GlobalHealth #StrokeEquity #MT2020+ #FutureStrokeLeaders

HHeart & Stroke@HeartandStroke · Jun 16

Dr. @nishita_singh3 aims to revolutionize stroke causes and treatment. From her experience working in rural India to the day she came to Canada, Dr. Singh has been advocating and working towards equitable, life-saving stroke treatments in Canada and globally. #StrokeMonth

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Manitoba Centre for Health Policy@um_mchp · Jun 17

Congrats Mikayla Hunter, @umanitoba_hsgsa Grad Student Excellence Award winner. The 2025 #MCHPResearch MSc Grad created a linked data set to explore quality of care for #2SLGBTQIA+ people with chronic health issues & led & supported initiatives advancing #Equity. @uofm_spectrum

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Physiology & Pathophysiology U of M@UM_physiology · Jun 17

Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada, and people who work shifts may face a greater risk than most. Read more about Dr. Lorrie Kirshenbaum's groundbreaking research in the Wpg Free Press: bit.ly/4kCIP4G

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jun 11

A new UM study is seeking Manitobans who have received cancer treatment over the past 10 years to take part in a survey about their physical rehabilitation needs. news.umanitoba.ca/physio-study-s…

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jun 6

The late Dr. Henry Friesen was remembered this week as a brilliant research endocrinologist, a proud Manitoban, and a unifying leader whose vision led to the founding of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. news.umanitoba.ca/dr-henry-fries…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet card. Friends and colleagues of Dr. Henry Friesen, a UM medical alum who became a towering figure in Canadian health research, honoured his memory at the Max Rady College of Medicine on June 3. Friesen,...

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U of M Rady Faculty@UM_RadyFHS · Jun 4

Rady Faculty & Ongomiizwin, in partnership with the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, invite you to a conversation with Adam Kahane, author of Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems: The Catalytic Power of Radical Engagement. Happens June 6. Details: eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/site/healthsci…

UM_RadyFHS's tweet image. Rady Faculty &amp; Ongomiizwin, in partnership with the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, invite you to a conversation with Adam Kahane, author of Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems: The Catalytic Power of Radical Engagement.

Happens June 6. Details: eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/site/healthsci…

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