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Finding information about your health shouldn’t be complicated. Healthy Tomorrows is a collection of health stories, insights and tips from experts at The Ottawa Hospital to help you and your family live healthier lives.
How the Robin Easey Centre supports recovery after a brain injury
“When our clients have a purpose — even something as simple as a meaningful activity — it gives them new hope in life.” In this short Q&A, discover how the team at the Robin Easey Centre helps clients rebuild their daily routines and regain their independence after an acquired brain injury.
New program fills gap in care for teens and young adults with cancer
For young people, a cancer diagnosis can disrupt their education, careers, relationships and family-building goals. Our Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program supports AYAs on their cancer journey, complementing the care provided by their care team.
OnTrack program helps young adults experiencing psychosis find their footing
A unique program run by The Ottawa Hospital is celebrating 20 years of providing care and support to young adults navigating their first episode of psychosis.
Less time charting means more time with patients: How The Ottawa Hospital is using AI to support patient care
“I’m seeing and treating more patients.” Find out how DAX Copilot, a powerful AI assistant, is helping our physicians cut down on paperwork, improve their own well-being and spend more time with patients.
Celebrating the summer solstice and National Indigenous Peoples Day: A photo essay
The summer solstice has deep spiritual and cultural significance for Indigenous communities around the world. Last week, we joined CHEO and uOttawa for a special celebration to mark this important time of year, and to recognize the rich cultures of First Nation, Inuit and Métis Peoples.
How to stay safe around water this summer
Drowning can happen to anyone — even strong swimmers. Emergency physician Dr. Christian Vaillancourt debunks common myths about drowning, explains how to act quickly to save a life, and shares what you can do to keep yourself and your loved ones safe around water.
Bringing communities together, one stitch at a time
In celebration of June being both National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month, The Ottawa Hospital hosted a beading workshop for Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ staff and their allies.
A guide to services at The Ottawa Hospital for Indigenous patients and families
At The Ottawa Hospital, we are committed to providing culturally safe care for First Nation, Inuit and Métis patients and families. We are working with Indigenous partners to identify ways we can make your time in hospital more welcoming. Here are some of the ways we’re doing that now.
From survivor to supporter: Peer volunteers bring hope to patients recovering from stroke
Drawing on their own lived experiences as stroke survivors or caregivers, volunteers with March of Dimes Canada’s After Stroke Hospital Peer Connections program offer emotional support to those just beginning their recovery journey. Discover the difference they’re making and learn about how you can request support for a loved one — or become a beacon of hope yourself.
Aging well: Guidance for older adults
In this special video series for both older adults and their loved ones, geriatric care specialists from The Ottawa Hospital offer guidance on navigating common health-care challenges that may arise with aging.
For the community, by the community: Building a new hospital campus together
The Ottawa Hospital’s commitment to enhancing patient and visitor experience is at the core of planning for a new hospital campus – a space that will be shaped by the very people it serves.
From Civic Campus to new campus: Dutch Ambassador visit marks ongoing legacy at The Ottawa Hospital
Dutch Ambassador Margriet Vonno visited our Civic Campus to present tulips to hospital staff, honouring the longstanding bond between Canada and the Netherlands and celebrating Princess Margriet’s legacy as The Ottawa Hospital looks to the future of health care.
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