Medical Research

The U.K.’s first successful womb transplant—key questions answered
The recipient is a 34-year-old woman born without a womb, and the donor is her elder sister, who already has children of her own.
Pig kidney works a record 2 months in donated body, raising hope for animal human transplants
The dramatic experiment came to an end Wednesday as surgeons at NYU Langone Health removed the pig kidney and returned the donated body of Maurice “Mo” Miller to his family for cremation.

Study examines efficacy and tolerability of emerging cough suppressant gefapixant

Study provides insight on the value of a new orally-administered, selective P2X3 receptor antagonist antitussive that is under review by Health Canada.
A broad genetic test saved one newborn’s life. Research suggests it could help millions of others

Whole genome tests could solve the problem of doing several narrowly targeted tests on babies, which still might not find the disorder.
Quebec court authorizes class action over alleged sterilization of Indigenous women

Two plaintiffs are leading the suit filed on behalf of all the women from the Atikamekw First Nation who allegedly didn’t consent to a procedure that impaired their fertility.
$1.4B deal: Ozempic manufacturer to acquire Canadian developer of new obesity drug

At the heart of Novo Nordisk’s acquisition of Montreal-based Inversago Pharma is an oral agonist designed to block the receptor protein CB1, which plays an important role in metabolism and appetite regulation.
‘Way past due’: Resource helps healthcare providers identify, treat brain injuries from domestic abuse

A new resource is the first to tell healthcare professionals how to treat brain injuries that are a result of intimate partner violence.
Staying busy was always the plan—even in retirement

Toronto-based rheumatologist closes up shop to focus on other medical sidelines and more fun stuff like pickleball and travel.
Looking to improve your practice? Say hi to MyPI

Made-in-Alberta technology is designed to make it easier for doctors to identify performance gaps in their practice, document improvements and get CME credits.
Sleepy residents: Embrace fatigue-proofing strategies for safer care

Fatigue is unavoidable in residency. The important thing is to recognize what kind of mistakes you make when tired.

The U.K.’s first successful womb transplant—key questions answered

Pig kidney works a record 2 months in donated body, raising hope for animal human transplants

Study examines efficacy and tolerability of emerging cough suppressant gefapixant

A broad genetic test saved one newborn’s life. Research suggests it could help millions of others

Quebec court authorizes class action over alleged sterilization of Indigenous women

$1.4B deal: Ozempic manufacturer to acquire Canadian developer of new obesity drug

‘Way past due’: Resource helps healthcare providers identify, treat brain injuries from domestic abuse

Staying busy was always the plan—even in retirement

Looking to improve your practice? Say hi to MyPI

Sleepy residents: Embrace fatigue-proofing strategies for safer care