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Feb
2021

McMaster awarded $1M to address undiagnosed dementia gap

February 1, 2021 – More than 432,000 Canadians over the age of 65 are living with dementia, but there is no current estimate of undiagnosed dementia in Canada. A new investment in a flagship research initiative led by McMaster University will change that by addressing the knowledge gap around undiagnosed dementia and improving understanding of known and emerging risk factors related to the disease.

Jan
2021

Study highlights the power of social movements for community health as pandemic continues

January 29, 2021 – A study funded by the McMaster Institute for Research on Aging (MIRA) and lead by MIRA member, Hsien Seow, examined the spread and use of the #caremongering movement as a tool for addressing community health and social needs.

Jan
2021

From the optimal aging portal | Rolling out the COVID-19 vaccines (Part 1): Securing and distributing a reliable supply of vaccines

January 27, 2021 – After months of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is hope on the horizon with the approval and start of the roll-out of several vaccines.

Jan
2021

In the media | The problem with profits: As Ontario’s long-term-care homes stagger under a COVID death toll of more than 3,000, some say it’s time to shut down for-profit homes for good

January 26, 2021 – MIRA member Andrew Costa was interviewed by the Toronto Star for a story on whether for-profit long-term care homes in Ontario should close their doors for good.

Jan
2021

McMaster Centre of Excellence receives $1.2M to advance Canadian-made PPE

January 26, 2021 – Ontario is investing $1.2 million in Canada's first and only a research hub dedicated to developing, testing and validating personal protective equipment. MIRA member Ravi Selvaganapathy is the hub's director.

Jan
2021

In the media: How paramedics can help keep older Ontarians healthy — and out of the ER

January 22, 2021 – MIRA member, Gina Agarwal, was interviewed about a program she co-founded targeting the health and well-being of older adults in social-housing in Ontario.

Jan
2021

New dean appointed for DeGroote School of Business

January 14, 2021 – MIRA member Khaled Hassanein has been named the new Dean of the Faculty of Business at McMaster University.

Jan
2021

McMaster receives $1M to lead COVID-19 evidence network

January 13, 2021 – The COVID-19 Evidence Network led by MIRA | Collaborative for health & Aging researcher John Lavis has received $1M to ensure decision-makers have access to the best COVID-19 science.

Jan
2021

From the Optimal Aging Portal | Violence against women and COVID-19: A pandemic within a pandemic

January 13, 2021 – The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated other types of pandemics, such as violence against women. Violence against women is a tragic and complex phenomenon and we must act proactively and not remain silent in the face of such violence.

Jan
2021

In the Media: Ten new Order of Hamilton members honoured at Mayor’s New Year’s Levee

January 3, 2021 – MIRA member Dr. Margaret Denton was honored at the Hamilton Mayor's New Year’s Levee for her community leadership and championing for seniors in Hamilton. ​

Dec
2020

From the Optimal Aging Portal: The untold story inside you

December 30, 2020 – Chronic conditions have a significant burden on those who suffer from them, their caregivers and the entire health and social system. Fortunately there are several ways that writing can impact physical health to express ourselves or through cognitive restructuring linking memory, emotions, chronic stress and physical health.

Dec
2020

From the Optimal Aging Portal: Aging optimally in 2021

December 29, 2020 – As we look toward a new year, we often make resolutions, many of which are centred around health and wellness. While we continue to navigate lockdown restrictions in many parts of the country, there are ways in which you can stay healthy, both mind and body, while at home.

Dec
2020

Axin for a friend: Protein could hold the key to longer, healthier life

December 18, 2020 – MIRA researcher, Bhagwati Gupta, has discovered how a certain protein in the body plays a key role in muscle health maintenance, lifespan and aging.

Dec
2020

MIRA researchers demonstrate continued collaboration, innovation and growth during global pandemic

December 16, 2020 – The McMaster Institute for Research on Aging (MIRA) and the Labarge Centre for Mobility in Aging (LCMA) held its annual research showcase last week to celebrate exemplary work from its members and to recognize the generous donations of former Chancellor Suzanne Labarge. Throughout the day, which was held virtually for the first time, it became clear that McMaster’s researchers in aging—140 spanning all six Faculties—aren't ​going to let a global pandemic stop them from collaborating, innovating or leveraging their research.

Dec
2020

From the Optimal Aging Portal: Board games for your health and well-being

December 16, 2020 – Despite a limited number of studies, researchers have found that board games have positive effects on the knowledge, cognitive functions, physical activity and anxiety of older adults as well as the severity of Alzheimer's disease.

Dec
2020

Four McMaster researchers named Canada Research Chairs

December 16, 2020 –​ MIRA member, Jennifer Heisz and three other McMaster University researchers have been awarded Canada Research Chairs by the Government of Canada.

Dec
2020

Study finds pandemic impacts retirement homes differently

December 14, 2020 –​ MIRA member, Andrew Costa and his research team found that the Ontario retirement homes impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic are those with more residents, those connected to a nursing home, owned by large corporations or offering many on-site services.

Dec
2020

Partnering principles and strategies: A guidance document for researchers, patients and caregivers

December 14, 2020 – A step-by-step guide to plan for and involve patient, caregiver, and public research partners is now available online at miracollaborative.ca under ‘Resources’.

Dec
2020

In the media: As Canada's population ages, seniors need better access to public transit

December 9, 2020 – MIRA Postdoctoral Fellow Léa Ravensbergen wrote an article for The Conversation about her research, which focuses on older adult experiences on public transit.

Dec
2020

McMaster named Canada’s most research-intensive university for the fourth year in a row

December 8, 2020 – For the fourth consecutive year, McMaster has been named Canada’s most research-intensive university in the annual ranking of the country’s Top 50 Research Universities.

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