Are you working with multi-regional data? šŗļø Learn how Maelstrom Research tackles data harmonization using CanPath as a case study. š June 10 | š 1 PM EDT š Register >> us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
It’s Hypertension Awareness Month, and population health research is helping to advance how we predict, manage, and understand high blood pressure š©ŗ Recent studies using CARTaGENE and Alberta’s Tomorrow Project data have uncovered insights on: šĀ Suboptimal antihypertensive prescribing patterns in Quebec š”Ā Why we should discard the first BP reading in clinical practice ā¤ļøāš©¹ How a Read more about Hypertension Awareness Month[…]
“Data save lives. It’s as simple as that.” š Thank you to the Canadian Cancer Society for having CanPath at the Cancer Data Community of Practice Workshop in Toronto this March. We were honoured to join this important conversation about improving Canada’s cancer data ecosystem because better data means better outcomes for all Canadians. Dr. Read more about Canadian Cancer Society – Data Saves Lives[…]
Unmasking mental health means asking deeper questions, and CanPath data is helping researchers find the answers.Ā This Mental Health Week, we’re recognizing how interconnected mental health is with every part of life. Researchers are using Atlantic PATH data to explore: š¹ Mental health and shift work (Sweeney et al., 2021) š¹ Depression, anxiety and the risk Read more about Mental Health Week & Research[…]
š Happy National Volunteer Week and Thank You Thursday from CanPath and Atlantic PATH! š Atlantic PATH participants are critical partners in advancing health research. For more than fifteen years, their voluntary contributions have enabled discoveries shaping the future of disease prevention, diagnosis, and care. Atlantic PATH participants’ commitment reminds us that every data point Read more about National Volunteer Week and Thank You Thursday[…]
RISE: Research Impact in Survivorship and EngagementĀ The Cancer Research Society (CRS) and Ovarian Cancer Canada are proud to launch the RISEĀ grant competition. Through this partnership, a total of $200,000 will be awarded to support two innovative projectsĀ focused on ovarian cancer survivorship, based on priorities identified by patients and caregivers. Key Dates ā¢ Letter of Read more about Cancer Research Society Funding Opportunity[…]
Authors: Cindy Feng, Ellen Sweeney Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health Abstract:Ā Breast cancer is a major public health concern, and modifiable health behaviors such as sleep quality and physical activity may influence risk. This study examined the associations between self-reported sleep trouble, sleep duration, and physical activity with breast cancer incidence in Read more about The Association of Sleep Trouble and Physical Inactivity with Breast Cancer Risk in Nova Scotia: Evidence from the Atlantic PATH Cohort[…]
Congratulations to Dr. Cindy Feng on her new article, “The Association of Sleep Trouble and Physical Inactivity with Breast Cancer Risk in Nova Scotia: Evidence from the Atlantic PATH Cohort.” Breast cancer is a major public health concern, and modifiable health behaviors such as sleep quality and physical activity may influence risk. This study examined Read more about New Article ā The Association of Sleep Trouble and Physical Inactivity with Breast Cancer Risk in Nova Scotia[…]
Air pollution isnāt just a lung issue. It has far-reaching effects on immune function and autoimmune diseases. CanPathās vast dataset offers researchers a unique opportunity to explore these connections and advance air pollution and autoimmune disease research. Air pollution is often associated with respiratory conditions, but emerging research reveals its impact extends beyond the lungs, Read more about CanPath data sheds light on air pollutionās hidden role in rheumatic disease[…]
Synthetic Dataset Workshop (In-Person in Toronto) Date: June 24, 2025 Time: 9:00 am-Ā 4:30pm Location:Ā Centre for Research and Innovation Support Register for the workshop Join us for anĀ exclusive hands-on workshopĀ on theĀ CanPath Synthetic Dataset, designed for faculty, researchers, and trainees looking to explore Canadaās largest population health dataset. This workshop will introduce participants toĀ Lifebitās cloud-based platformĀ and provide Read more about Synthetic Dataset Workshop (In-Person in Toronto)[…]