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University of Calgary study links knee damage to osteoarthritis
A University of Calgary study shows that a common sports injury operation increases the risk of osteoarthritis Continue reading
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Research suggests exposure to deadly radon gas in Alberta homes varies depending on where you live
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
New research from the University of Calgary suggests that one in six homes in rural Alberta have dangerous levels of radon gas. Continue reading
Alberta medical students want more done to increase organ donations
The students want to streamline the donation process, increase public education and boost the number of transplant specialists in the province. Continue reading
FBI charges two men in 2016 ransomware attack that hit University of Calgary
The university paid a ransom of $20,000 after the 2016 attack to preserve an option to restore critical research data. Continue reading
Giving children probiotics to fend off intestinal infections won’t make a difference: Calgary studies
Researchers looked at children between three months and four years who were suffering from gastroenteritis. Each study looked at a different strain of probiotics. Continue reading
Kenney calls for oil production cut as report paints bleak fiscal future for Alberta
While the province looks at ways to temporarily address the oil price differential, an Alberta economist has some long-term fiscal recommendations. But the premier says big cuts or a sales tax aren’t on the table. Continue reading
NFL funds Calgary research to prevent youth concussion in sport
By Heather Yourex-West Health Reporter
The NFL has awarded the University of Calgary an $18-million grant to help fund a new national study on concussion. Continue reading
Young Calgary voters could swing 2026 Olympic plebiscite: U of C prof
The youngest generation of eligible voters could play a key role in Calgary’s 2026 Olympic bid plebiscite on Tuesday — but only if they turn out to vote. Continue reading
Discussion, listening critical in disarming extremism, sexism: TEDxCalgary speakers
“Keep your ears open, talk to young people and don’t assume you’re the expert because you’re an adult.” Continue reading
Calgary researchers find ways to prevent kidney damage during some medical procedures
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Scientists at the University of Calgary believe they’ve found a way to prevent kidney injuries in some dehydrated emergency patients. Continue reading
