Approximately 8% of all live births in Canada are preterm which can lead to both short- and long-term health issues as result. Not only does this cost the Canadian Health…
Summer is a time for children everywhere to be active outdoors, connect with friends, and enjoy new experiences in those hot summer months. And for many children, these experiences are…
Here at CHRIM, diabetes is a key part of our research and something we work to bring awareness to during Diabetes Awareness Month and throughout the year. Dr. Elizabeth Sellers…
The first-ever hybrid Child Health Research Days took place last week and welcomed over 100 in-person attendees and 100+ delegates online. The week kicked off with a fascinating public event…
This year, World Mental Health Day was recognized on October 10, 2022. This days helps to raise awareness about the mental health issues people are experiencing and an opportunity for…
Earlier this summer, CHRIM researchers and staff were part of an inclusive language workshop, led by CHRIM Research Assistant, Ilissa Mistry. Below is a blog highlighting pieces of Ilissa’s presentation,…
More than 1.7 million dollars in funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research of Canada is going towards multiple CHRIM researchers who will use that funding to better the…
Each year CHRIM welcomes undergraduate students to join a research lab for eight weeks before the fall term begins as part of the summer studentship grants and awards. Students are…
One in seven Manitobans identify as Indigenous, making up 17 per cent of the total population in the province. The Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba (CHRIM) is proud to…
Can a better built environment lead to positive effects on health outcomes? A study done by CHRIM Investigators Drs. Jon McGavock and Kelly Russell, has found that urban trails can…
Last week, the CHRIM community came together (virtually) to celebrate a year full of accomplishments, challenges, and exciting research at our Annual General Meeting. We are proud to share our…
June is Brain Injury Awareness month, which aims to increase awareness about the prevalence of brain injury. Brain injuries can affect individuals in many complex and unique ways – from…