Media Releases

Donors of the Polymerase Chain Reaction equipment in the clinical laboratory at TBRHSC

Donors Enhance Patient Care Through New Equipment in Laboratory

November 24, 2016

Polymerase Chain Reaction testing, known more commonly as ‘PCR’, is a remarkable, gene-based technology that is quickly becoming the new standard in medical laboratory analysis of infections. At the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, this technology was recently implemented thanks to a grant of $79,474 from the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation that was funded by the generosity of donors in our community.

Genetic Counselling Awareness Week Provides Opportunity to Learn More about Genetics and Health

November 22, 2016

Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre’s Genetics Program is using this year’s Genetic Counselling Awareness Week, from November 20th to the 26th, to raise awareness about genetics, health and genetic services that are available to residents in Northwestern Ontario. This year, the Canadian Association for Genetic Counsellors titled the week ‘Genetic Conditions: Not As Rare As You May Think.’

Gastrointestinal Outbreak

November 18, 2016

Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre (Hospital) in consultation with Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) has declared a gastrointestinal outbreak on the Hospital’s medical unit 2A. Gastroenteritis (stomach flu) is an intestinal infection marked by watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea or vomiting, and sometimes fever.

Patients and Families to Benefit from Newly Expanded Northern Supply Chain

November 18, 2016

Patients and families across Northern Ontario will benefit from the newly expanded Northern Supply Chain (NSC) thanks to improved standardization of supplies across the two regions. Located at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, the initiative has expanded to include North East Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) hospitals.

The Top 40 list is a compilation by Research Infosource to emphasize the very important role that hospitals play in Canadian medical research.

Health Sciences Centre Among the Top Research Hospitals in Canada

November 14, 2016

After debuting on the list of Top 40 Research Hospitals in Canada in 2010, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre continues to rank among the leading health research institutions in the country.

Health Sciences Centre’s Regional Critical Care Response Program Makes the Honour Role

November 10, 2016

The Regional Critical Care Response (RCCR) Program of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has been recognized on the Minister’s Medal Honour Roll. The Minister of Health’s Minister’s medals honour excellence in health quality and safety through a competitive, annual recognition program that celebrates the collaborative efforts of Ontario’s health care providers in improving care for Ontarians.

Last year's winner of the Intercity Shopping Centre 50/50 Cash Draw

Up to $25,000 Up for Grabs in Time for the Holidays

November 3, 2016

Today marked the first day of the 17th Annual Intercity Shopping Centre 50/50 Cash Draw. In the past sixteen years, the event has raised $162,335 to advance health care at our Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC). 100% of the funds remain in Northwestern Ontario to support world-class patient and family centred care for the people of our community.

Name Change Strengthens Focus on Patient-Centred Research

November 1, 2016

The research arm of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre unveiled a new name today.

The Lions Club announced donations totaling $20,500 toward a Retinal Imaging Camera

Need for Retinal Imaging Camera Inspires Community to Give

November 1, 2016

The need for new medical equipment at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is constant, and it is thanks to donors that we’re able to provide the critical pieces needed for world-class healthcare.

Health Sciences Centre and Its Research Arm Appoints New Vice President, Research and Chief Scientist

October 11, 2016

The Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre and the Thunder Bay Regional Research Institute are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Abraham (Rami) Rudnick as the new Vice President, Research and Chief Scientist.

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