Health Matters Edmonton

• Young Edmonton Oilers fan gives precious heart valve gift

  The parents of Karter Bourgeault, a young Edmonton Oilers fan who died after a battle with cancer, made the tough decision to donate his heart valves to two babies.

  Health

  Apr 22
  
• Edmonton ‘Bubble Boy’ headed to California for life-changing stem cell treatment

  An Edmonton boy could have the chance to live a normal life when he receives a stem-cell treatment as a part of a medical trial in the U.S.

  Canada

  Apr 8
  
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• Technology helps Edmonton doctors quickly assess and treat burns

  A new LDI machine at the University of Alberta burn treatment unit is helping doctors assess and treat burns faster than ever, but there’s a need for a second one.

  Health

  Mar 5
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• Alberta-developed device helps mobility-challenged kids turn thoughts into action

  The Thank2Switch device, developed by researchers at the Universities of Calgary and Alberta, uses brain-computer interface technology to turn a child's thoughts into an action. 

  Science

  Nov 28, 2022
• Face masks can be problematic, dangerous to health of some Canadians: advocates

  "Don't assume that someone who isn't wearing a mask or is wearing something different doesn't have an actual reason for it," Canada's chief health officer warned.

  Canada

  May 21, 2020
• Pregnant in Edmonton amid COVID-19? Here’s what you need to know

  Health-care officials in Edmonton have opened a new clinic meant for pregnant women who are isolating due to possible or confirmed exposure to COVID-19.

  Health

  Apr 4, 2020
• Edmonton camp for kids with disabilities, chronic illnesses a place for hope

  The Starlight Performance Camp is a one-day camp for children with live with disabilities or chronic illnesses.

  Health

  Jul 7, 2018
• HPV-linked cancers of the mouth, throat rising among Canadian men: study

  Malignant tumours in the mouth and throat caused by the human papillomavirus have risen dramatically among men and could surpass the rate of HPV-induced cervical cancer in women, new statistics from the Canadian Cancer Society suggest.

  Canada

  Oct 19, 2016
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• HPV vaccine ad aimed at women 25-45 airing in Cineplex theatres

  An awareness campaign is airing in movie theatres across Canada, aimed at women who might not have received the HPV vaccine when came out 10 years ago but are still at risk of infection.

  Health

  Oct 18, 2016
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• ‘Kung fu taught me to survive’: Edmonton woman paralyzed by rare disorder

  Imagine dedicating years of your life to the one thing you love - only to be told you may never do it again. An Edmonton woman is being recognized for her courage after the fight of her life.

  Health

  Aug 4, 2016