Clinical Trial
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Saskatoon morning news rewind: Wednesday, Nov. 22Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Wednesday, Nov. 22.CanadaNov 22, 2023
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B.C. family shares how a clinical trial saved their son’s lifeIn August 2015, Emmett was only a few months old when he was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy, a disease that impacts signals between the brain and muscles.HealthNov 21, 2023
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Winnipeg researchers investigating potential for flaxseed as preventive Alzheimer’s measureResearchers at St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg are looking into a potential Manitoba-grown preventive measure in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.HealthAug 25, 2022
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Study finds plasma from COVID-19 survivors doesn’t help seriously ill patientsThe study, investigated by a McMaster University prof, suggests the blood doesn't reduce the risk of intubation or death for COVID-19 patients.HealthSep 10, 2021
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What scientists look for in COVID-19 clinical trial resultsAlan McGreevy of the University of Winnipeg has some questions you might keep in mind as you read about vaccine studies.CommentaryDec 5, 2020
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Clinical trial for possible COVID-19 treatment now open in Edmonton, CalgaryIn the trial, convalescent plasma is taken from patients who have recovered from COVID-19. That plasma, which contains antibodies to the virus, is then transferred to patients who are being hospitalized for the illness but have not yet been intubated.HealthJul 31, 2020
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Hamilton researchers to study impact of cannabis on pain managementHamilton researchers are teaming up with a licensed cannabis producer for a new clinical trial exploring pain relief.HealthSep 6, 2018
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Surrey journalist Keven Drews hopes to raise half a million dollars in bid to beat cancerAfter stints with newspapers in B.C. and Washington State and a career with the Canadian Press, Kevin Drews is working on the story of his life: survival.HealthNov 7, 2017
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Itchy and scratchy: Two new treatments may offer hope for eczema sufferersTwo new discoveries in eczema treatment could bring relief to millions of Canadians.HealthOct 6, 2016
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1 dead after clinical trial in FranceA man died in a French hospital Sunday after taking part in a drug trial for a painkiller based on a compound similar to cannabis, and five other participants remain hospitalized after one of France's most troubling medical incidents.HealthJan 17, 2016
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