Chest pain emergency? Using cardiac imaging to guarantee patient outcomes
Cardiac CT imaging provides a long-term warranty for emergency department patients with chest pain
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With more than 75 scientists, research at CHÉOS encompasses a wide breadth of health areas. We highlight some of these projects here.
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Cardiac CT imaging provides a long-term warranty for emergency department patients with chest pain
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CHÉOS experts were commissioned to conduct an evaluation to support the implementation and development of the Abbotsford-based program
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March 11 is World Kidney Day and March is Kidney Month. CHÉOS Scientist Dr. Jag Gill is working to reduce cultural inequities to living kidney donation and transplantation
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CHÉOS Scientist Dr. Sarah Munro investigated what factors influence shared decision-making between care providers and parents-to-be who have previously undergone a C-section
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Paramedics are the focus of a new COVID-19 study, led by CHÉOS Scientist Dr. Brian Grunau
Read MoreCHÉOS investigators and research support staff are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Current projects include examining mental wellness during a pandemic, the impact of school disruptions, treatment options for COVID-19 and identifying workplace risks that may increase the risk of transmission to paramedics. Our investigators have also shared their expertise in a number of areas related to the pandemic.
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Keeping families connected with technology both during and after the pandemic
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The COVID-19 pandemic has catalyzed an increase in the use of digital technology and highlighted its importance in providing essential health care.
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CHÉOS Scientist Dr. Brian Grunau says results from the first peer-reviewed study in North America on COVID-19 mRNA vaccines could inform vaccination policies
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While people understood public health guidelines, they did not adhere to them, citing need for food, medication & fresh air
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Dr. Andrew Kestler is involved in a new study interviewing people with opioid use disorder to understand their perspectives of the pandemic
Read MoreCHÉOS is active in a number of clinical research areas focused in improving patient care. In addition to cardiology, mental health, nephrology, critical care, and HIV research, our investigators undertake studies involving older adults and those who are critically or chronically ill, with the goal of reducing morbidity and mortality and enhancing quality of life. We do this in two main ways: by putting patients first and informing practice.
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How a group of Indigenous birthworkers are reclaiming the power of birth and empowering others to lead the way
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Cardiac CT imaging provides a long-term warranty for emergency department patients with chest pain
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Keeping families connected with technology both during and after the pandemic
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The COVID-19 pandemic has catalyzed an increase in the use of digital technology and highlighted its importance in providing essential health care.
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CHÉOS Scientists are collaborating with patients to prevent complications from chronic inflammatory conditions
Read MoreCHÉOS investigators are at the forefront of health outcomes research, including health economics, pharmacoeconomics and patient-reported outcomes. Their work evaluates the effectiveness of health interventions in populations to inform policies, transforming health systems at the local, national and international levels in the future.
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CHÉOS Scientist Dr. Brian Grunau says results from the first peer-reviewed study in North America on COVID-19 mRNA vaccines could inform vaccination policies
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While people understood public health guidelines, they did not adhere to them, citing need for food, medication & fresh air
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Study highlights the importance of opioid agonist therapy during the overdose crisis, including the need to support continued treatment
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CHÉOS Health Economists publish Canada-focused research to guide policy decisions and health care spending
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Dr. Andrew Kestler is involved in a new study interviewing people with opioid use disorder to understand their perspectives of the pandemic
Read MoreThe Evidence Speaks Series is a recurring feature highlighting the latest in CHÉOS research. This series features summaries of select publications and is designed to keep the media and the research community up-to-date with CHÉOS’ current research results in the health outcomes field. To ensure this research is quick and easy to share, we are now providing social cards that you are free to save and use as you see fit.
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In recognition of the International Day of Education, we highlight related research from CHÉOS' Drs. Anne Gadermann, Daniel Vigo, Michael Krausz, Chris Richardson, and Mieke Koehoorn
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This edition includes emergency contraception use in B.C., overdose following incarceration, and risk factors for hospitalization with COVID
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This edition features studies on the physician gender pay gap, greenspace living and childhood development, and non-beverage alcohol consumption among people experiencing homelessness
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In recognition of Arthritis Awareness Month, this edition features some of the latest arthritis-related research from our scientists
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This edition includes disease burden among the world's poorest people, resuscitation methods in pediatric OHCA, and quality of life of living kidney donors after surgery
Read MoreThe Centre is comprised of over 135 staff members and more than 75 scientists, including Canada Research Chairs, Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Scholars, and Canadian Institutes of Health Research Investigators. CHÉOS expertise and research are widely shared through our collaborations with other organizations, and to help educate and inform the public. Our biweekly newsletter features key stories, updates and announcements from our CHÉOS community.
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How a group of Indigenous birthworkers are reclaiming the power of birth and empowering others to lead the way
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The latest CHÉOS-related news and events from the past four weeks
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CHÉOS' Dr. Habib Chaudhury is passionate about making supportive, meaningful, physical environments for people living with dementia
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Highlighting some of the latest news and updates from CHÉOS from the first half of December
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CHÉOS Scientists are collaborating with patients to prevent complications from chronic inflammatory conditions
Read MoreCHÉOS investigators are leading experts in their fields. Here is the latest media coverage featuring our people.
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VANCOUVER, December 1, 2021 - The first peer-reviewed study in North America examining the timing between the first and second doses of COVID-19 mRNA vaccines shows that a longer dose interval leads to a stronger immune response.
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All the latest news from CHÉOS from the weeks of August 30 & September 6
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Collaboration between mental health and emergency medicine researchers aims to repair fragmentation in B.C. health system
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CHÉOS Scientist Dr. Brian Grunau is PI of this study, which will also determine how many paramedics have had COVID-19 and will investigate how long antibodies last
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As we enter into another exciting year of improving health outcomes for B.C. and beyond, we’re reflecting on some of the CHÉOS research from the past year
Read MoreIn addition to leading our own studies, the Centre’s other primary function is to support clinical investigators and researchers in conducting high-quality health research. From design to execution, CHÉOS provides a broad range of support services. Some of these resources are shared here.
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The 18th installment in our Clinical Research 101 series is by Project Manager Allison Coleman, and discusses adverse events in clinical research, how to collect and report them, and why they're important
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CHÉOS methodologists are available to support the collection and analysis of qualitative data and the interpretation of this information
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CHÉOS Project Manager Shoshana Parker shares an insight into the role of clinical research coordinators in clinical trials
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Leslie Love, Senior Project Manager at CHÉOS, discusses protocol deviations, how to avoid them, and what to do when they occur
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CHÉOS Scientist Dr. Anita Ho discusses the idea of vulnerability when it comes to participation in clinical research.
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