BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR)Articles by: Alan Worsley
Alan Worsley
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Join the fight against Sepsis this World Sepsis Day
On World Sepsis Day, September 13, 2020, the Global Sepsis Alliance (GSA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) are urging all health systems, policymakers, healthcare workers, researchers, and civilians to develop a concerted effort on sepsis prevention, diagnosis, and management to save lives.
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New study helps improve bespoke immune cells’ ability to prevent transplant rejection in patients with donated tissue
A new study, published this week in Science Translational Medicine, further refines a potential new treatment that can prevent transplant rejection in kids and adults without leaving them vulnerable to infection.
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New study looks into impact of pandemic on the mental health of young Canadians
The pandemic has taken a toll on everyone these past few months but physical distancing measures, school closures and other disruptions to daily life can be particularly challenging for young people.