With Thanksgiving, we kicked off the holiday season and families are gathering around the table to celebrate. It is the time to eat, enjoy and share. It is definitely the time of multiple dinners with families and friends. But how we can take advantage of these meals to improve our way of life?
Jane Bernard, author of Lucid Living in the Virtual Age, recommends that it is not what we eat, but how we eat it. “Savoring flavor and the abundance takes our mind away from daily stress, brings good feelings to the surface. Holidays remind us about what we have in common. Tasting the meals and talking about the flavors and complimenting the cook, makes dessert sweeter. We improve our life and avoid stress at family gathering by focusing on what we’re doing (eating) and the pleasures we share.”
If you’re interested in interviewing Jane Bernard, having her provide comments, or having her write an exclusive article for you let me know and I’ll gladly work out the details. Lastly, please let me know if you’d like to receive a copy of her book, "Lucid Living in the Virtual Age" or “Fine Tuning Your Sensual Thinking for possible review.
About the Jane Bernard
Jane Bernard is a visionary and a teacher. She is passionate about the role of Sensual Thinking to facilitate enduring positive change in our world. Logical and original, Jane has been called inspiring and provocative. Through her eyes, we see ourselves differently.
Having degrees in Philosophy (The New School) and Special Education (Bank Street College), combined with three decades of Rinzai Zen practice, and the ‘everyman college of living’, all contribute to her thinking.
Jane is a writer and the author of 4 books about intuitive thinking. She has been on TV & international radio, talking from the intuitive perspective. Jane introduced her first book, Fine Tuning, on The Montel Williams Show, in 2006. Her easy-going combination of common sense and originality is a natural eye-opener.
Warrior Workouts
100 of the Most Challenging Workouts
November 28, 2017 (New York, NY): From legendary Navy SEAL Stewart Smith comes Warrior Workouts, a collection of the most challenging fitness routines ever developed. Drawn from the same essential training and workout plans used for military special forces, police, firefighters and other tactical professionals to keep them fit and in optimal physical condition, Warrior Workouts is designed to get you into the best shape of your life.
Including over 100 workouts from calisthenics to cardio, Warrior Workouts combines a wide range of exercise information and instructional tips turning everyday workouts into warrior workouts.
From the Spartan Run to Spec Ops Leg Day, the Devil’s Mile to the Blue Falcon your workouts will never be the same again!
Designed to push the human body to the brink, Warrior Workouts challenges you to dig deep and find strength you never knew you had.
About the Author
STEWART “STEW” SMITH is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, a former Navy SEAL, and author of several fitness books such as The Complete Guide to Navy SEAL Fitness, The Special Ops Workout, and Tactical Fitness. He is currently the Special Ops Team Coach at the U.S. Naval Academy that prepares future candidates for SEAL, EOD, and MARSOC training. Stew has trained thousands of students for Navy SEAL, Special Forces, SWAT, FBI, ERT, and tactical professions.
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Canadian actress, choreographer and fitness expert Melissa-Jane Shaw launches dance-based workout program FITPOP
TORONTO – Getting healthy has never been this entertaining! Canadian actress, choreographer and personal trainer
Melissa-Jane (MJ) Shawrevitalizes working out with the launch of her signature fitness-based cardio-dance program,
FITPOP.
FITPOP raises exercise to the next level, bringing out everyone’s inner dancer. Set to classic pop hits and the newest Top 40 favourites, FITPOP takes workouts from basic to invigorating with original dance fitness routines that shape the body mentally and physically, burning up to 500-800 calories per class. Class choreography can also be accessed online, allowing participants to practice and perfect at home.
“Dance is one of the best ways to get people excited about exercise while promoting body positivity and being comfortable in your own skin," said Shaw. "FITPOP is designed to make everyone a dancer! You will learn steps, styles and moves to bust out on the dance floor (or in your living room), all while getting a killer workout! Whether you danced back in the day or you've always wanted to, FITPOP classes create a space and a community where you can learn, let go and have FUN!"
FITPOP is the newest fitness program released by Shaw’s company,
Dynamic Fitness and Retreats, which also offers personal training, group fitness classes (such as Tabata Bootcamp and LeBarre in a Bar) and family-friendly mom and baby sessions. Using encouragement, knowledge, positivity and a healthy dose of fun, Shaw navigates individual fitness journeys and helps clients achieve visible results. Offering more than just exercise, Dynamic Fitness and Retreats takes a holistic approach to wellness with insight into the relationship between nutrition and physical activity, fertility and fitness, pre- and post-natal care, and injury prevention and rehabilitation. Similar to her work in the arts, she specializes working with and empowering women.
MJ Shaw’s FITPOP class.
Photo credit: Brian Walters
Along with dominating the realm of health and wellness, Shaw has made her mark on the entertainment scene as an actor, choreographer and theatre director. She is most known for her multiple comic appearances in film and TV, such as CBC’s fan
The Baroness Von Sketch Show (where she also the choreographer),
Odd Squad (PBS),
The Beaverton and 3 seasons on NBC’s
This Howie Do It. Currently, you can watch her as Melanie Truscott on the original medical series
Hard Rock Medical (2013 - 2018).
Shaw will reprise her role in season 4 of the favourite drama set in Northern Ontario about a diverse group of medical students navigating their way through the world’s most challenging medical school. The show airs Sundays on TVO in Ontario and returns for its final season in Winter 2018.
MJ Shaw
Photo credit: John Bregar
About Melissa-Jane (MJ) Shaw:
MJ Shaw is a fitness expert, choreographer and performing artist who has been teaching dance and fitness for over 20 years. Working as part-time faculty member at the University of Toronto/Sheridan College "Theatre & Drama Studies" program teaching dance and movement based classes, Shaw imparts her knowledge of movement to the next generation of performers. She has taught at countless studios and events across Canada and the US as well as presenting at canfitpro. Shaw is a Master Trainer for Tabata Bootcamp and LTS LeBarre, both of which she teaches weekly in Toronto. She has been featured on Idea City, the Dr.OZ Show, Steven & Chris Show (CBC), Much Music and MTV as a guest instructor and fitness expert. Her certifications include: ACE (PT & Group), AFAA, canfitpro (PT & FIS), Yoga Alliance and many more.
With the holidays upon us it’s easy for us to get caught up in the rush of it all. While we may be cooking, shopping, enjoying holiday events there are others, many of whom are in our very own circles, having a tougher time. Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a NYC based licensed clinical psychologist, teaching faculty member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College and the founder and Clinical Director of Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services, reveals who are most likely to have the holiday blues and how we can help them make it through.
- The newly divorced or widowed.
Loss is a sad, life-changing event at any time of the year. However, it tends to be harder when everyone around you is joyful celebrating the holiday’s and you feel it’s an effort to get out of bed. If someone in your circles is going through a major loss and life transition be supportive and understanding. “They are grieving and mourning and are especially sensitive around the holidays. It’s important that they feel included but don’t be offended if they choose to opt out of certain events,” advises Dr. Hafeez. She suggests checking in and offering them the option to participate in whatever they want, when they want. Love them through it.
- The busy entrepreneur.
The holidays could be stressful for small business owners because so much rides on the end of year. They may be fretting over their profits (or lack thereof), the goals they didn’t reach, and the many things still to do. They feel overwhelmed and when they are expected to shop, entertain and be present for their families, they may be short tempered and anxious. “The best way to help the busy entrepreneur is to make their life easier in any way possible. If they can’t make it to a family dinner, tell them your door is open for dessert. Oftentimes they feel guilty and obligated which only adds to their frustration,” explains Dr. Hafeez. Also consider that these worker-bees are conflicted. When they are working they miss their families and when they are with family they are thinking of work.
- The caretaker of an elder parent or relative.
Adults who are now caretakers to their elderly parents are incredibly overwhelmed and often overlooked. As a caretaker, they always have to consider the well-being of their parent. They can’t just get up and go,” explains Dr. Hafeez. Caretakers may feel resentful, isolated and stuck during the holidays which leads to conflicted feelings of resentment and guilt. They also believe they have to be hands on managing everything. It’s important to lighten the caretakers load by offering support even if it means asking them how they are doing. Be patient and ask the caretaker what they need. It could be something as simple as having food delivered to their home to free up time for other tasks, Dr. Hafeez recommends.
- The recovering substance abuser.
Recovering from addiction is hard. Period. But it’s harder when holiday festivities are filled with friends and family drinking everything from eggnog to champagne. “Understand that those in recovery from substance abuse are hyper-sensitive about being judged. They feel as if all eyes are on them and that pressure may trigger the desire to use drugs or alcohol to soothe their anxiety. When they aren’t fully recovered, they may anticipate possible “landmines” and avoid them. They may choose to stay to themselves and observe more and participate less. They might opt out of larger family gatherings that are too overwhelming,” cautions Dr. Hafeez. Offer an open invitation and remind them they are welcomed when they are ready. A balance of love, support and acceptance is what they are in most need of, suggests Dr. Hafeez.
- The children of divorce.
Divorce means two separate holidays at two different places and kids feel overwhelmed having to double up. It’s incredibly important for parents to agree on where the kids are going during the holidays and all logistical details. “Kids want to feel safe and secure. They don’t want to feel as if they are the expected to be rushed here and there because their parents chose to divorce,” says Dr. Hafeez. It could be unsettling to younger kids and teens may isolate and rebel against any family events as they are sorting out their own emotions as they get used to a new normal. You really want to establish a game plan for the holidays and if possible, stick to it every year, advises Dr. Hafeez.
About the Doctor:
Dr. Sanam Hafeez PsyD, a NYC based licensed clinical psychologist, teaching faculty member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College and the founder and Clinical Director of Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services, P.C. a neuropsychological, developmental and educational center in Manhattan and Queens.
She can certainly provide answers to specific questions regarding the connection between grief and anxiety. Feel free to send them to me.
Dr. Hafeez masterfully applies her years of experience connecting psychological implications to address some of today’s common issues such as body image, social media addiction, relationships, workplace stress, parenting and psychopathology (bipolar, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, etc…). In addition, Dr. Hafeez works with individuals who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), learning disabilities, attention and memory problems, and abuse. Dr. Hafeez often shares her credible expertise to various news outlets in New York City and frequently appears on CNN and Dr.Oz.
Connect with her via twitter @comprehendMind or www.comprehendthemind.com
Excess Acidity Finally Meets Its Match!
Mineral-Rich Multiforce Powdered Supplement Treats Lactic Acid Build-Up Associated With Muscle Fatigue & Strenuous Exercise; Helps Prevent, Minimize Acid-Related Gout, Osteoarthritis & Uric Acid
Proprietary Blend of 100% Natural, Gluten-Free Ingredients Offers Safe & Proven Complete Body Solution for Athletes & Active Consumers Seeking Healthier Balance Between Acid & Alkaline
SARASOTA, FL., November 17, 2017 – Representing one of the greatest ironies in personal wellness today, millions of athletes and fitness devotees who watch every bite they eat are being challenged by the very same culprit affecting those who regularly consume processed foods, salty snacks and sugary desserts. Their shared enemy? Excess acidity.
Consider this: if you’re a serious athlete, “weekend warrior,” or an active consumer who values the life-affirming benefits of strenuous regular exercise, it’s likely you’ve experienced the muscle discomfort and fatigue often associated with lactic acid build-up. Conversely, if you follow the typical “Western diet” that’s low in fruits and vegetables and find it difficult to resist foods you know aren’t good for you, it’s likely you’ve experienced such excess acid-induced health issues as gout, uric acid, heartburn, joint pain, chronic fatigue, osteoarthritis and many more.
Fortunately, however, whether you’re a fitness junkie, a junk food junkie or some combination of the two, help is here at last!
Introducing Multiforce (www.multiforcehealth.com), a globally-popular multi-mineral powdered supplement newly available in America that’s already helped millions around the world not only to treat but in many cases to prevent the development of excess acidity resulting from extreme workouts or poor diet. Featuring a breakthrough blend of 100% natural, gluten-free, vegetarian and clinically-proven essential natural minerals such as Potassium, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Calcium, Multiforce helps your body re-calibrate its pH balance between acid and alkaline so you can feel your best in the fastest and most comprehensive manner possible.
The Growing Need To Cut Excess Acidity Down To Size
With more Americans than ever before embracing extreme sports and demanding workouts, and with the majority of us still favoring processed foods over nutritious fruits and vegetables, we’ve achieved perfect storm-level conditions for making excess acidity one of today’s most problematic health concerns. And when it comes to diet, it’s not just the obvious foods we need to be wary of: even seemingly healthier food staples as dairy products, animal protein and even low-sugar cereals are responsible for generating acid-forming chemicals in our body that over time can lead to muscle fatigue, slow down muscle recovery and cause many of the troubling health issues mentioned above.
Multiforce To The Rescue!
Specifically formulated to treat the causes of various health issues associated with excess acidity and not just their symptoms, Multiforce makes use of the citrate form of minerals which are able to neutralize three acid molecules and are much more easily absorbed by the body. This is what makes Multiforce so effective. In addition, unlike traditional treatments for excess acidity on the market, Multiforce works systemically from head to toe as opposed to just zoning in on one select part of the body. What’s more, Multiforce doesn’t rely on digestion to be absorbed – thus ensuring consumers won’t face the stomach discomfort or nausea often associated with mineral supplements.
A natural alkaline powder that’s safe, proven and incredibly easy to use (just mix a teaspoon of powder with water), Multiforce is ideal for virtually anyone anxious to tackle the acid-based causes of muscle fatigue, gout, uric acid, joint pain, chronic fatigue and osteoarthritis (please find a clinical study showcasing Multiforce’s effectiveness in dealing with this condition at www.multiforcehealth.com/new-hope-for-osteoarthritis-sufferers).
Multiforce is offered in three flavors: Natural Lemon Flavor; Natural Mango Flavor; and Naturally Unflavored. All three are sold on thewww.multiforcehealth.com site for $29.99 (a free two-week supply is also available at www.multiforcehealth.com/free-sample.html), other online sites and in a growing range of retail stores in Florida (with other states to follow soon).
The Science Behind Multiforce
Body acids are neutralized through various buffering systems in the body, but for these systems to properly maintain the perfect pH balance, sufficient alkaline mineral compounds are required – the very same minerals (including Calcium, Magnesium and Potassium) typically found in fruits and vegetables.
In order to maintain this ideal balance, nutritionists suggest we eat seven to ten servings of fruits and vegetables as well as drink two liters of water daily. Since that represents a tall order for almost all of us, the solution is simple: let Multiforce’s alkalizing blend of multi-minerals supplement your body’s nutrients, replenish these life-balancing minerals and, over time, reduce the symptoms caused by over-acidity completely.
Check out these alarming facts to see just how prevalent exceed acidity really is:
• Coffee – far more acidic than tap water
• Sodas – contain corrosive acid
• Animal Protein – can form uric acid
• Sugary Desserts & Salty Snacks – linked with increased obesity
A Commitment to Balanced Health
Commenting on Multiforce’s longstanding mandate to help offset the conditions associated with excess acidity, Garth Woolley - CEO of Multiforce parent company SANP International LLC - said, “Anyone coping with muscle issues or with the numerous concerns stemming from excess acidity can rest assured we’ve gone to great lengths over many years to create the most potent and effective all-natural solution offered directly to consumers today. We’re heartened by the highly enthusiastic response Multiforce has already received from consumers and retailers in the U.S. and look forward to helping countless more people eliminate the corrosive effects of acid in their lives over the years ahead.”
For more information about Multiforce, visit www.multiforcehealth.com; to read a clinical study about the brand’s efficacy, visitwww.multiforcehealth.com/new-hope-for-osteoarthritis-sufferers.
New tool that helps patients manage better after leaving hospital spreads across province
TORONTO, Nov. 27, 2017 /CNW/ - An innovative and proven tool that helps patients manage their care after leaving hospital is being adopted by 27 hospitals across Ontario. The latest initiative under a provincial program that puts evidence-based care into practice faster, the adoption of this tool has the potential to benefit approximately 50,000 patients in the first year alone.
Patient Oriented Discharge Summary (PODS) is a standardized yet adaptable tool that provides patients with a set of clear and easy-to-understand instructions to follow after they are discharged from hospital. PODS aims to improve transitions from hospital, which research has shown may lead to fewer readmissions for patients, better medication adherence, improved health outcomes, and greater confidence among patients in their ability to care for themselves.
PODS was co-developed by patients, caregivers and health care providers at the University Health Network's OpenLab – a design and innovation group dedicated to finding creative health care solutions. PODS creates a discharge summary that uses plain language, large fonts, pictures and images to make the information the summary contains as easy to comprehend as possible. It's available in 15 languages and includes space for patients to take notes.
Proven in eight Toronto-area hospitals, use of PODS is now being expanded across the province with support from ARTIC (Adopting Research to Improve Care), a joint program of the Council of Academic Hospitals of Ontario and Health Quality Ontario. ARTIC is dedicated to accelerating the spread of evidence-based advances in health care throughout the province.
Being discharged from hospital can be a stressful experience for patients and their families. Patients may still be recovering from their illness or injury, and they and their families are often anxious about their condition and how they will manage at home. The stress can make it difficult for them to grasp instructions from hospital staff on taking medications, watching for certain symptoms or knowing when to go to medical appointments for follow-up care.
A report by the province's Avoidable Hospitalization Expert Panel found communication of discharge instructions by hospitals was often poor because patients did not understand medical terms, were not fluent in English, were not able to memorize instructions or were too stressed at the time of discharge to absorb information.
"The transition from hospital to home can pose significant risks to patients if they have not been provided with information and instructions about the management of their care in a way they can easily understand and use," says Dr. Joshua Tepper, president and CEO of Health Quality Ontario. "By helping hospitals, patients, and their family doctors communicate effectively with each other about post-discharge care, PODS can play an important role in improving patients' health outcomes."
Hospital discharge plans are usually written for doctors and other clinicians, and not with the patient in mind. In fact, patients might not receive any written discharge summary at all when they leave hospital. But PODS has been co-designed with patients for patients. It is also completed with the patient and their family, and the patient is asked to recall and restate the instructions in their own words, to ensure they understand. A traditional, more complex discharge summary is still sent to the patient's family doctor.
"PODS provides patients with knowledge that empowers them to play a more active role in their own care," says Tai Huynh, creative director at OpenLab and project lead for PODS. "Not only does this enhance the patient experience, it may also lead to improved adherence to the care plan and better outcomes for the patient."
At the eight hospitals that tested PODS, patients' understanding improved by 9.3 per cent to
19.4 per cent in the key areas covered by the PODS template - medication, danger signals, resumption of activities, who to call with questions, and follow-up appointments. Overall, the hospitals found significant improvements in patient and provider experience.
"The positive results that have been achieved with PODS show how beneficial it can be for both patients and health care providers when patients are given a role in the development of solutions to some of the challenges they face," says Michelle Noble, Executive Director of the Council of Academic Hospitals of Ontario.
Beginning in early 2018, participating hospitals will be encouraged to expand PODS use internally through more departments, and to encourage other hospitals in their regions to use the tool. More and more patients will benefit from PODS as it becomes the model of care for the future.
About ARTIC
Co-led by the Council of Academic Hospitals of Ontario and Health Quality Ontario, ARTIC is a proven model that brings evidence-based care faster and more consistently to more people in Ontario. Supported by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, ARTIC provides project teams with funding and active support over approximately two years to ensure successful implementation and sustainability of health care interventions across more Ontario health care providers.
To learn more about ARTIC and its programs and how it's improving quality of care across Ontario, please visit the websites of the Council of Academic Hospitals of Ontario or Health Quality Ontario.
SOURCE Health Quality Ontario
A Fresh New Look for Green Relief
PUSLINCH, ON, Nov. 27, 2017 /CNW/ - Green Relief, a licensed producer under Health Canada's Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations (ACMPR), has officially unveiled their company-wide rebrand, which also includes social media platforms as well as their website.
Green Relief was founded in 2013 by Warren Bravo, Lyn Bravo, and Steve LeBlanc on the principles of sustainability, social responsibility, and research, something that is reflected heavily in Green Relief's new brand image.
"Rebranding our company was a very personal decision," said Green Relief CEO Warren Bravo. "With legalization looming, it was imperative that our image better reflected our unwavering commitment to cannabis as medicine while simultaneously highlighting our passion for sustainability."
Green Relief wants to ensure that people are not only aware of the quality, consistency and safety of their medical cannabis but also the importance of giving back to the community and taking care of our planet.
The new concept visually combines the seven veins of the cannabis leaf, enclosed in a geometric interpretation of a water drop. The bright green is an ode to growth, vibrancy and health, while the darker blue-green grounds the identity system and is symbolic of the relationship between water and plant growth. The stylized water drop to represent Green Relief's unique aquaponic growing method. The fusion of the two visual symbols pays homage to Green Relief as the only grower of its kind.
Green Relief is the only medical cannabis provider in the world that's producing by way of aquaponics, where fish and plants grow in a natural ecosystem environment that uses 90% less water than conventional agriculture. It is considered to be the most innovative and sustainable form of agriculture. Green Relief raises tilapia in their aquaponics system and they are fed organic high quality feed resulting in an excellent source of lean, healthy animal protein for consumption. Under their current setup, Green Relief donates anywhere from 300-340 fish every four weeks to local shelters, once the fish reach market weight.
Green Relief works tirelessly to carry out one important mission: helping their patients improve their quality of life. They are also striving to further the science of medical cannabis through research and using cannabis to advance sustainable agriculture around the world.
To check out Green Relief's brand new website, visit www.greenrelief.ca. You can also visit them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @GreenReliefLP.
SOURCE Green Relief Inc.
Alicia Bell - Road To The Arnold Amateurs - 14 Weeks Out
Hey Guys! Its been a while since I actually posted a personal blog on my blog. And I was doing a little bit of thinking this week. Actually a lot of thinking since I started this prep. My blog way back when I was going by a different business name and not train it right started as my thoughts, recipes, workouts and thoughts about the fitness industry. So I wanted to bring back a little bit more of a personal touch to my blog.
Therefore weekly during this prep I want to sit down and write out my thoughts on my week, how training went, my mind set, anything exciting that happened and overall just the experience of being a figure competitor.
I feel that with social media today we are all just posting our highlights and no one is personable. Thats kind of why almost a year ago I started my youtube vlog: www.youtube.com/trainitright But I also want to talk to my readers and share with you all my journey to the stage for Arnold Amateurs.
Soooo here it goes:
15 weeks out until Today
I feel great to be honest. Im focused, loving my training plan and my nutrition is going good. I don't have many cravings and the ones that I do I have been able to fight them off with teas, coffees and being creative with my food.
Sometimes I feel like Im the crazy person in the room because Im always thinking about my goals, workouts or when I can exit a convo and go to the gym. Im so forever thankful that Sean is my boyfriend and my coach because he understands my drive, goals and dreams.
Im writing this at 6:07pm on Sunday and I still have some abs and another 45 minutes of cardio to get to and Im not dreading it at all. Im excited. I want this and I want to do well. And Im going at this prep with tenacity, determination and a mind set that is far superior then any other prep that I have done to date.
This is my time. I know I have what it takes and Im not going to waste any second of it.
Anyway thats just kind of where my head is at. I am definitely going to commit to 1x a week of blogs like this but there may be more because Im going to write when I feel like writing and even give you guys details on my cardio, training and nutrition.
Thanks for reading! Thanks for the support and keep an eye out for something cool so that you guys can join in with me at 12 weeks out!
Innovative Medicines Canada and Astellas Announce Grant to the University Health Network's Transplant Innovation Fund
MONTREAL, Nov. 23, 2017 /CNW/ - A $100,000 grant to support the University Health Network's (UHN) Transplant Program, in honour of outgoing Innovative Medicines Canada Chair Michael Tremblay, was announced today. Innovative Medicines Canada made an initial pledge of $25,000 and Astellas Pharma made a matching pledge of $25,000. In addition, UHN announced another matching pledge of $50,000, making the total amount of the Michael Tremblay Grant to UHN's Transplant Innovation Fund $100,000.
"I am extremely proud to support the incredible work done through the UHN Transplant Program, which has saved countless lives and improved care for transplant patients in Canada and around the world. Furthermore, I am committed to its mission of being a world leader in providing excellence in donor transplantation and innovative, cutting-edge research and discoveries. The goal of this grant is to continue the advancement of research in this very important field," said Michael Tremblay, outgoing Innovative Medicines Canada Chair.
The grant will support the UHN Transplant Innovation Fund, a fund that the Transplant Program has established through investments from philanthropic donors and partners. The goal of this Fund is to continue to foster high-level, interdisciplinary innovation throughout UHN's Transplant Program. The Michael Tremblay Grant will assist this Fund in fostering high-level, interdisciplinary innovation throughout UHN's Transplant Program.
Each year, Innovative Medicines Canada contributes $25,000 toward an Outgoing Chair's Scholarship or Grant announced at the Association's Annual General Meeting. The outgoing Chair is given the choice of allocating Innovative Medicines Canada's scholarship/grant funds to an institution of their choice.
"This thoughtful grant, provided in recognition of Michael Tremblay, will help the UHN's Transplant Program to continue to effectively turn new research from the laboratory to the clinic, develop unparalleled advances to provide the best medical and surgical care for our patients from all over the world," said Pamela Fralick, President of Innovative Medicines Canada.
ABOUT INNOVATIVE MEDICINES CANADA
Innovative Medicines Canada is the national voice of Canada's innovative pharmaceutical industry. We advocate for policies that enable the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative medicines and vaccines that improve the lives of all Canadians. We support our members' commitment to being valued partners in the Canadian healthcare system.
SOURCE Innovative Medicines Canada
