Evidence to Innovation
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BCCHR researcher is elected as a 2026 Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR) investigator Dr. Mariana Brussoni has just been elected one of the 2026 new Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS). Election to CAHS is among the highest honours in Canada’s health sciences community. Fellows are nominated and elected by their peers in recognition of distinguished achievements and sustained…
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Emerging treatment options offer hope to children affected by migraine
Headache disorders, such as migraine, can drastically disrupt daily life. Still, they are underestimated, underrecognized, and undertreated. Migraine is among the top three causes of disability in individuals aged 10 to 24, with 10 per cent of children experiencing it before reaching puberty. Migraine is associated with school absenteeism, disengagement from extracurricular activities, and decreased…
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The impact of essential supports to prevent child maltreatment during a pandemic
The stress and social distancing related to the COVID-19 pandemic have been associated with mental health challenges for parents and increased violence against children. Extended time at home may have led to behavioural challenges in children. And when parents experience social isolation and adverse mental health, including post-traumatic stress symptoms, there’s more risk of child…
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