Health Sciences

Health Sciences

[Graphic illustration of a woman and girl discussing science]
Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science

On Feb. 11 Queen's is encouraging the campus community to share their passion for STEM to celebrate and inspire present and future women in STEM disciplines.

February 10, 2022
Queen鈥檚 remembers Roy Walmsley

Dr. Walmsley was recruited in 1967 to establish the Physical Therapy Program within the School of Rehabilitation Therapy at Queen鈥檚 University

February 7, 2022
[Art of Research Photo: Immunofluorescence Stain by Shakeel Virk and Lee Boudreau, CCTG Tissue Bank]
Leaders in cancer research

To recognize World Cancer Day, Queen鈥檚 is highlighting current partnerships and research projects to develop novel treatments, support better outcomes, and advance quality of life for people with cancer globally.

February 4, 2022
Announcing the first Education Leaders in Residence

The Education Leaders in Residence will consult broadly to develop and implement actionable and innovative teaching and learning projects with clearly stated outcomes.

February 2, 2022
Steven Smith appointed as Deputy Vice-Principal Research

New position reflects the importance of health as an interdisciplinary research strength and recognizing its significance in a post-pandemic world.

January 28, 2022
Queen鈥檚 remembers pathology pioneer Daria Haust

A legend in the field of modern pathology, Dr. Haust was a distinguished scientist and medical educator, and brought the study of pediatric pathology to the global stage. 

January 28, 2022
Medical personnel work in surgery room
Patient aggression and physician burnout lead to a human resources crisis in health care

The Conversation: Although violent patients are a major contributor to physician burnout, solutions to address this increasing problem are not a priority.

January 28, 2022
Heather Stuart speaks at a Bell Let's Talk Day event in 2019.
Shifting the dial on structural and social stigma

For more than 10 years now the Bell Let鈥檚 Talk campaign has been raising awareness, increasing understanding, and opening dialogues about mental health.

January 25, 2022
On-campus academic activities cancelled today due to weather

Only essential areas on campus are operating. 

January 17, 2022
Elaine Innes, Project Co-PI and Chief of Staff at Weeneebayko Area Health Authority, right, and Chloe DesRoche 2nd-year medical student, 成人大片 University and Project Lead, left.
Narrowing the gap in health care access

Queen's researchers bring the first portable MRI to Canada鈥檚 north.

January 14, 2022