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It’s well known that certain behaviours during pregnancy, such as excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, using certain drugs or exposure to hazardous chemicals, are detrimental to the health of the pregnant individual and the baby. However, most research focuses on harmful behaviour, while the impact of positive behaviour, such as physical exercise, is often overlooked. Yet, understanding the lat...

It turns out singing can be more than just a powerful art form: it also has surprising potential as a tool to promote wellness and rehabilitation. Anna Zumbansen is an assistant professor at the Faculty of Health Sciences and a trained speech-language pathologist. Recently, she partnered with the Opéra de Montréal on a project to assess the effects of singing on two different groups: transgender w...

Several of our professors have been recognized in recent months, whether through awards or research support. The Faculty of Health Sciences is proud to excel thanks to our members’ accomplishments.

Do you wake up repeatedly during the night? Can’t stop feeling tired or drowsy during the day? You may have sleep apnea, a respiratory disorder that affects 5% to 15% of middle-aged people and 50% of people with obesity. Meet Pascal Imbeault, a full professor in human kinetics and member of the Institut du Savoir Montfort. In his laboratory at the new Faculty of Health Sciences building, he’s simu...

Cognitive decline is a significant concern as we age, with conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia posing severe challenges to individuals and health-care systems. As the global population ages, we can expect that the number of people affected to rise dramatically. Cognitive decline often begins subtly, with mild memory lapses or reduced problem-solving abilities, but ca...

Finding the right place to study is key to staying focused and productive. Luckily, there are plenty of spaces on the Lees campus designed to help you make the most of your study sessions. Here's a quick guide to the best spots available to undergraduate students:

In a world where social media outlets have become leading sources of nutrition information, a crucial question arises: How do you distinguish reliable advice from misleading tips? In her research, Melissa Fernandez, a registered dietitian and assistant professor at the School of Nutrition Sciences in the Faculty of Health Sciences, reveals the inner workings of the world of online influencers and ...

The Dean’s Awards of Excellence ceremony took place this past December 4. The event, held every December, is an opportunity to highlight the achievements of students, alumni, researchers, professors, administrative personnel and the wider Faculty family, and to thank them for their outstanding work. Dean Lucie Thibault presented awards to 29 people, and representatives of our five schools took the...

Once again, our professors are the pride of our Faculty: they have won several awards and secured funding for their research. These individuals are outstanding in their respective fields and proudly represent the Faculty at the local, national and international level.

On November 20, 2024, fourth-year students enrolled in the Bachelor of Nursing program participated in a simulation of an emergency situation.