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How much can our bodies adapt to a hotter and more humid planet?

Ever wondered what happens to your body when you take those trendy ice baths? Scientists at the University of Ottawa just found out, and it's pretty fascinating.

It turns out singing can be more than just a powerful art form: it also has surprising potential as a tool to promote well-being and rehabilitation. Anna Zumbansen is an assistant professor at the Faculty of Health Sciences and a trained speech-language pathologist. Recently, she partnered with the Opéra de Montréal on a project to assess the effects of singing on two different groups: transgender...

Several of our professors have been recognized in recent months, whether through awards or research support. The Faculty of Health Sciences is proud to excel thanks to our members’ accomplishments.

Smart watches, chatbots, mobile apps... So many digital technologies redefining health care, changing the way patients and professionals interact. But how can we ensure that they really are meeting a need and not just filling a space as simple shortcuts to reduce health-care costs?

Scientists have been testing how heat affects our hearts for years. But here's the thing: the most commonly used method might not provide much insight into what happens to the heart during heat waves.

Science and technology have always been double-edged swords, bringing both remarkable advancements and new risks. Artificial intelligence, quantum computing and nuclear energy, for example, hold immense potential but also demand careful oversight.

HIV, diabetes, breast cancer, high blood pressure and uterine fibroids are some key health issues affecting Black women in Canada. But these conditions’ impacts on Black women have received less attention — in terms of both research and health interventions — than those for some other Canadian groups.

Do you wake up repeatedly during the night? Can’t stop feeling tired or drowsy during the day? You may have sleep apnea, a respiratory disorder that affects 5% to 15% of middle-aged people and 50% of people with obesity. Meet Pascal Imbeault, a full professor in human kinetics and member of the Institut du Savoir Montfort. In his laboratory at the new Faculty of Health Sciences building, he’s simu...

The Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation (OVPRI) is proud to announce a significant new chapter in its partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ottawa, formalizing over three decades of collaboration with a new strategic agreement.