Heart Institute’s mobile screening program reveals alarming rates of undiagnosed cardiac diseases in older adults
Innovative screening program reveals high rates of undiagnosed heart issues, offering hope for early intervention
Heart scientist named among Canada’s most inspiring immigrants
The Top 25 Canadian Immigrants Awards program celebrates inspirational immigrants who have made a meaningful impact on Canadian society.
Navigating grief: resources to support individuals and families through loss
When someone you love dies, it can feel like the ground has shifted under your feet. Grief affects us all differently, and there is no single “right” way to cope. We are here to support you through this process.
New unit at Ottawa Heart Institute keeps heart patients out of the ER
The Acute Cardiac Triage Unit is designed to provide rapid, expert assessment and care for patients with cardiac concerns
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Heart Institute secures over $8M to drive advancements in cardiovascular research
Funding supports innovative research initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes for Canadians and people around the world
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Dr. Kwan-Leung Chan reflects on 40 years in echocardiography
Look back on a groundbreaking career that helped shape the future of echocardiography and patient care
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Internationally acclaimed study finds better way to image the heart post exercise
Rob deKemp, PhD, MASNC, wins the Abstract of the Year at the 2025 Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging annual meeting in New Orleans
Air quality advisory in effect: Heart patients take precaution
Smoke from western Canada wildfires is impacting air quality across Ontario and Québec, among other provinces and territories. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued special air quality statements for multiple regions, including Ottawa-Gatineau and surrounding areas.
Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation teams up with Ottawa Rapid FC to champion cardiac care and heart health for all
The Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation is proud to announce a new partnership with Ottawa Rapid FC, a founding member of the Northern Super League, Canada’s women’s professional soccer league.
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Ottawa scientist spearheading national effort to improve heart health for women with diabetes
Erin Mulvihill, PhD, is receiving $2M from the Canadian Institute for Health Research for her HEARTWISE project