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Sport organizations frequently face allegations of a culture — the values, beliefs and assumptions that define behaviour among individuals in a shared setting — that is toxic. Over time, certain behaviours and practices become accepted and reinforced, despite questionable outcomes.

October is Apple Month, but we consume apples year round. So, we decided to feature the benefits of the fruit and highlight promising research from the School of Nutrition Sciences.

Since 2010, October 27 has been Occupational Therapy Day. It’s an opportunity to increase the profession’s visibility and highlight the work of researchers in the field.

Western Europe is facing record-breaking July temperatures that are consequently affecting the lives and health of many individuals, especially the elderly. These catastrophic temperatures, along with limited access to air conditioning, are leading to more heat-related deaths and illnesses each day. 

Patrick O'Byrne featured on the front page of the Ottawa Citizen for his involvement in the development of a rapid HIV test kit that has been adapted to test for COVID-19

A dedicated clinician, researcher and mentor Dr. Fitzpatrick’s tremendous work has profoundly changed the clinical practice of audiology.

In 1951, Angelo Di Turi immigrated to Canada from Italy with only $15 in his pocket. He worked night and day to support his wife, Lucia, and children, Angela and Anna, back home in Italy until they could join him in 1955. Two years later, their son Vito was born in Canada.

An important legacy contribution from Lorraine McMullen Trust to fund the Anna Foley McMullen Scholarship for Nursing Students.

uOttaKnow podcast is back with a second season focused on wellness and personal growth for the new year.

Marie Loyer is an excellent ambassador for the University of Ottawa — she’s always there when it’s time to support the efforts of nursing students, professors conducting research into mental health promotion or public and community health, or members of the Faculty of Health Sciences. We are truly fortunate to have her as one of our graduates, staff and donors.