/faculty/health/news-events/news.html Â鶹´«Ã½ RSS News Thu, 19 Sep 2024 20:55:29 GMT 2024-09-19T20:55:29Z /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 ‘Anti-Racism in Health Professions Education and Practice’ 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 – 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’s 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’re a Dal Health alum, chances are you’ve met Andrew Pelrine. Pelrine works in the Dean’s 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 Â鶹´«Ã½ 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 – a podcast that was created in Dr. Shaun Boe’s 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 Â鶹´«Ã½ 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 /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/10/dal_crossroads_continues_20_year_legacy_of_student__led_learning.html The 2024 Crossroads Interdisciplinary Health Research Conference continued its proud legacy of celebrating the newest generation of student leadership in health research. On March 1st and 2nd, over 140 students from across Canada gathered at Â鶹´«Ã½ to showcase their latest research, participate in engaging panels, and hear keynote speeches from leaders in the health sector. News Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/10/dal_crossroads_continues_20_year_legacy_of_student__led_learning.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-10T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/05/halifax_to_celebrating_the_first_international_day_of_play_with_free_events.html News Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/05/halifax_to_celebrating_the_first_international_day_of_play_with_free_events.html Alex Smith, International Play Association – Canada 2024-06-05T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/congratulations_dal_health_class_of_2024_.html Congratulations to all of our Spring 2024 Dal Health graduates! We are so proud of the incredible work you've put in during your time here, and we can't wait to see what you do next. News Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/congratulations_dal_health_class_of_2024_.html Dal Health Communications 2024-06-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/msc_physiotherapy_grad_finds_fulfillment_in_helping_patients_return_to_activities_they_love.html For Christine Barnes, graduation marks the culmination of six years of hard work. Barnes was introduced to physiotherapy through a high school co-op placement where she worked within a stroke and rehabilitation context. That experience ignited a passion for working with others towards their functional recovery, with the focus of allowing her patients to participate in their own lives. Students Alumni & Friends School of Physiotherapy News Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/msc_physiotherapy_grad_finds_fulfillment_in_helping_patients_return_to_activities_they_love.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/recreation_therapy_grad_found_her_strength_and_leadership_ability.html Sun Lee moved to Kitchener, Ontario from Seoul, South Korea in 2013 where she was employed as an occupational therapist assistant and physiotherapist assistant. Despite loving and being proud of her work, Lee began to look for other career opportunities. Lee’s search led her to Digby, Nova Scotia where she accepted a position with the Digby Hospital. School of Health and Human Performance Students Alumni & Friends News Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/04/recreation_therapy_grad_found_her_strength_and_leadership_ability.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/03/nursing_grad_takes_steps_towards_fulfilling_her_lifelong_dream.html Aneika Vassell’s lifelong dream has been to work in healthcare. Originally from Jamaica, Vassell was inspired to enter the healthcare field by her elementary school nurse. Students School of Nursing Alumni & Friends News Mon, 03 Jun 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/06/03/nursing_grad_takes_steps_towards_fulfilling_her_lifelong_dream.html Ryan Donato 2024-06-03T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/05/31/audiology_alum_passionate_about_the_people_she_helps.html Lyndsay Bozec (MSc ’14) didn’t always know what she wanted to do, but she knew she wanted to be in healthcare and help people. Now, she has her own audiology clinic, and to give back to her community she does a yearly giveaway to help those who need hearing aids but can’t afford them. News School of Communication Sciences and Disorders Alumni & Friends Fri, 31 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/05/31/audiology_alum_passionate_about_the_people_she_helps.html Stephanie Brown and Andrew Pelrine 2024-05-31T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/05/28/shannex_makes_significant_commitment_to_health_aging_research_with__2m_gift_to_dalhousie_university.html What are the factors that contribute to better health outcomes among aging adults? That’s what Â鶹´«Ã½ aims to discover, thanks to a transformative $2-million gift from Shannex. The family-owned organization, a leader in long-term care and residential facilities, announced the gift on May 27, part of a $3-million investment it is making to support healthy aging research in Atlantic Canada. Partnerships News Innovation Tue, 28 May 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/05/28/shannex_makes_significant_commitment_to_health_aging_research_with__2m_gift_to_dalhousie_university.html Dawn Morrison with files from Mark Campbell 2024-05-28T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/04/24/applications_open_for_leon___rose_zitner_prize.html A prize for outstanding contributions to citizen knowledge and community engagement in the area of health, broadly defined, including yet not limited to: personal, collective, social, structural, environmental, clinical, spiritual, biopsychosocial, cultural, and political dimensions of well-being. News Wed, 24 Apr 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/04/24/applications_open_for_leon___rose_zitner_prize.html Dal Health Communications 2024-04-24T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/04/04/practicing_what_we_preach__the_importance_of_leisure_and_recreation_for_for_those_who_study__teach_and_work_in_health.html Stress and academia, two words which unfortunately seem intertwined within post-secondary institutions, making it difficult at times to know where one’s work and non-work lives begin and end. Let’s face it, the pandemic has not made it easier to disconnect from work. Inside Dal Health News School of Health and Human Performance Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/04/04/practicing_what_we_preach__the_importance_of_leisure_and_recreation_for_for_those_who_study__teach_and_work_in_health.html Kimberley Woodford 2024-04-04T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/03/11/dal_health_announces_new_associate_dean__equity_and_inclusion.html We are so pleased to announce that Dr. Terrence Lewis has accepted the inaugural position of Associate Dean, Equity and Inclusion, Office of the Dean, Faculty of Health for a term commencing from June 1, 2024, to June 30, 2029. Inside Dal Health News Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/03/11/dal_health_announces_new_associate_dean__equity_and_inclusion.html Dal Health Communications 2024-03-11T15:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/02/26/new_director_announced_for_college_of_pharmacy.html Dr. Kyle Wilby accepted the position of Director, College of Pharmacy/Assistant Dean, Faculty of Health, for a term commencing from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2029. News College of Pharmacy Mon, 26 Feb 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/02/26/new_director_announced_for_college_of_pharmacy.html Dal Health Communications 2024-02-26T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/02/13/phd_in_health_candidate_recognized_for_her_innovation_in_cancer_research.html Emily Drake, PhD in Health candidate, was the only PhD Atlantic Canadian winner of the inaugural Canadian Cancer Society’s 2023 Master’s and PhD Research Training Awards Competition and was awarded $52,500. Among her other scholarships, Drake was previously awarded the Faculty of Health’s Leon and Rose Zitner Prize. PhD in Health News Research Tue, 13 Feb 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/02/13/phd_in_health_candidate_recognized_for_her_innovation_in_cancer_research.html Stephanie Brown 2024-02-13T16:00:00Z /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/01/28/dal_health_s_school_of_nursing_to_offer_atlantic_canada_s_first_master_of_nursing__mental_health_and_addictions.html Registered nurses wanting to gain advanced skills and education in mental health and addictions care now have the opportunity to do so in Nova Scotia through a new Dal program. News Innovation School of Nursing Sun, 28 Jan 2024 16:00:00 GMT /faculty/health/news-events/news/2024/01/28/dal_health_s_school_of_nursing_to_offer_atlantic_canada_s_first_master_of_nursing__mental_health_and_addictions.html Terry Murray-Arnold 2024-01-28T16:00:00Z