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Dr. Zahid Butt discusses risks and protections as disease once eliminated in Canada makes a comeback 

New study finds one-third of Canadian adults aged 55 or older are nutritionally at risk, potentially leading to increased hospital stays, more emergency visits and physician consultations for possible infections.

University of Waterloo researchers, staff and students have a strong tradition of working together to effectively address local and global challenges. Three outstanding members of the Faculty of Health community have been recognized for those efforts with the King Charles III Coronation Medal.

Research by Drs. Geoff Bardwell and Zahid Butt affect local and international communities

Congratulations to our two award recipients, Dr. Bryan Grimwood, recipient of the Mid-career Graduate Mentorship Award, and Dr. Ellen MacEachen, recipient of the Senior Graduate Mentorship Award.

University of Waterloo working with Southern Chiefs’ Organization and Manitoba Association of Optometrists to co-develop data governance policies for eye data

Study finds sixty-eight per cent of nursing home residents who used antipsychotics had more behavioural issues than they did pre-medication

The Faculty of Health 2024 convocation ceremony included 268 new graduating students, the installment of Waterloo’s 12th Chancellor, Dr. Jagdeep Singh Bachher, and an honorary degree awarded to Indigenous Knowledge Keeper Myeengun Henry.

Health researchers find 55 per cent of teens feel dissatisfied with their appearance with social media as a major factor.

Dr. Stacey Acker has received the 2024 Faculty of Health Teaching Award for her impact and lasting influence on student learning.