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Professor develops ’emotional assistant’ for Alzheimer’s

University of Waterloo too helps fix ‘emotional disconnect’ and support caregivers

CBC News Posted: Aug 17, 2017

Caregivers for Alzheimer’s and dementia are often overwhelmed. New University of Waterloo technology is looking to ease that stress. (iStock)

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Hamilton Wentworth Detention Centre giving naloxone to inmates when released

Barton Street jail is one of 2 detention centres providing anti-opioids to inmates upon release

By Clare Bonnyman, CBC News Posted: Dec 30, 2016 10:31 AM

naloxone — Naloxone kits like this one are being provided to inmates of the Barton Street Jail upon release, and can help prevent deadly overdoses of opioids, like fentanyl. (Laura DaSilva/CBC )

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Biking in bed is good for ICU patients, says new McMaster study

A study found that cycling is safe for patients in an ICU, even if they are sedated

By Clare Bonnyman, CBC News Posted: Dec 29, 2016 3:42 PM

bike1 — Dr. Michelle Kho’s research uses the RT-300 supine bicycle, which allows patients to work on strengthening their legs while they are in their hospital bed. (St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton)

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McMaster student stroke prevention idea wins pitching competition

Posted: Jun 27, 2016 www.cbc.ca/hamilton

Nawal Behih, 25, wins funding with a three minute pitch that could save lives.

behih1 — Nawal Behih, 25, won Hamilton’s Quick Pitch Competition with her company HINT, which is developing stroke detection technology. (Clare Bonnyman/CBC)

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