Radiologist harnesses virtual reality as powerful teaching tool
Physicians, trainees and even lay people can now join an expert radiologist as he … READ MORE
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Meet the woman who saved Stephen Hawking’s voice, and then gave the technology away to those in need
When Lama Nachman met Stephen Hawking in 2011, she was given one clear instruction: … READ MORE
How Stephen Hawking reclaimed his voice—and helped others do the same
One of Hawking’s greatest legacies is the work he did on technologies to assist … READ MORE
Research to make early diagnosis, intervention possible for cerebral palsy
A test to diagnose cerebral palsy at birth, which could allow infants access to … READ MORE
A new wearable brain scanner
A helmet records a wearer’s brain activity using magnetoencephalography (MEG) … READ MORE
Children with special needs can be an asset to society – our café proves it
On Down’s Syndrome Day, the public and businesses should challenge their … READ MORE
Electrical brain stimulation could benefit children with cerebral palsy
First-of-its-kind study using electrical currents to boost motor skills shows … READ MORE
Alberta spends $2.4M an hour on health care — how do we reduce spending?
In the coming year, the Alberta government will spend about $22 billion on health … READ MORE
Wearable sensors characterize CP gait
Inertial measurement units (IMUs) facilitate the creation of a gait analysis system … READ MORE
Canmore figure skater with Down syndrome finds expression, recognition on ice
‘Meg doesn’t want to talk a lot, but we discovered she can perform.’ … READ MORE
Calgary researchers develop portable brain imaging system to shed light on concussions
A volunteer wears the cap, developed at the U of C, which contains small lights that … READ MORE
Apple Watch wristband sensor claims to detect potassium in your blood — without needles
The AliveCor KardiaBand, a sensor compatible with the Apple Watch, can detect … READ MORE
Breaking down barriers for med students with disabilities
Students with disabilities are finding their place in medical schools—and beyond. … READ MORE
AISH recipients slam changes, saying more is needed
Critics say auditor general report recommendations not fully considered. Calgary … READ MORE
Disabled Albertans with trust funds can qualify for AISH under new bill
Alberta last Canadian province to stop penalizing Albertans for having trusts set up … READ MORE
Australians say no thanks to electronic health records
A wave of opt-outs highlights distrust in the government’s security and privacy … READ MORE
Canada Paralympic success inspires young Alberta sledge hockey athletes
Novice players gathered in Calgary to watch gold medal game on Saturday. The … READ MORE
E-skin lets you manipulate objects in real and virtual worlds
Researchers integrate magnetoelectronic sensors into electronic skin that tracks … READ MORE
Coach Ken Babey found new beginning with Canada’s para ice hockey team
63-year-old will lead Canadian squad into gold-medal showdown with U.S. Head coach … READ MORE
Rice team designs lens-free fluorescent microscope
FlatScope may be the world’s tiniest, lightest microscope for biological … READ MORE
Surprise finding could lead to new MS treatments
A discovery is providing hope of a new therapeutic target in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) … READ MORE
Scientists zero in on treatment for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
About 1 in 2,500 people have a degenerative nerve disease called Charcot-Marie-Tooth … READ MORE
Researchers watch the knee degenerate and understand how osteoarthritis may begin
Kinesiology study shows how knee cartilage is protected by the menisci. University … READ MORE
Hawking won the world’s respect – and gave disabled people like me hope
Growing up disabled, I had few role models. But this brilliant, witty scientist … READ MORE
We’re not addicted to smartphones, we’re addicted to social interaction
Neurobiology of mobile-device habits stems from a healthy human need to socialize, … READ MORE
New smartphone sensor checks your blood pressure
It’s more convenient than a cuff and could help patients monitor hypertension at … READ MORE
Brian McKeever’s ‘relentless’ drive leads to historic Paralympic gold
Canmore, Alberta cross-country skier earns record 14th medal. Canada’s Brian … READ MORE
People with disabilities are finding more work, but there’s a long way to go
A new report finds that while there’s been some improvement, people with … READ MORE
Interview with Andy Nie of GYENNO on interventions for Parkinson’s
Using innovative technology similar to that used for the more widely known … READ MORE
The secret to a high tech concierge medical office? Data
The exam room is where the real magic happens. The first thing members see when they … READ MORE
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