February 2017

Celina Shirazipour is the Faculty of Health Professions newest post-doctoral scholar. Her latest research project examines the impact of group physical activity on the health of injured veterans and their families.

Health mythbusters is a regular column in which FHP researchers challenge widely held beliefs about health issues. This month, Dr. Marie Earl and Dr. Brad Meisner tackle two common myths related to falls prevention.

The Research Profile is an in depth look at research being conducted in the FHP. Each profile highlights the research achievements, goals and interests of a faculty member in their own words. This month - Dr. Mohammad Hajizadeh from the School of Health Administration.

When you think of a pharmacist you may picture someone dispensing prescriptions at community drugstores, but today’s pharmacists can be found in hospitals, offices, classrooms and beyond. College of Pharmacy Alum Heidi Staples, Warren Meek, and Kristy Shortall-Cain are all doing unconventional work with their pharmacy degrees.

On July 2016, Karren Fader – a lecturer in the Dalhousie-QEII School of Health Sciences (SHS) – began her term as President of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT).

In 2016, the Faculty of Health Professions launched the Graduate Certificate in Mental Health and Addictions - a fully online program for individuals who work within the field of health services or in other professional capacities with individuals facing mental health or addictions challenges.

The third annual Healthcare Team Challenge (HCTC) took place at Dalhousie University’s Collaborative Health Education Building (CHEB) on January 26, 2017. For an indepth look at this year’s Challenge, student journalist, Piper MacDougall, shadowed Team #2.

This is an exciting time in the Faculty of Health Professions! Back in November, we launched a strategic planning process and I’ve been overwhelmed by the enthusiastic response. Establishing a shared vision for our future has been my top priority and, based on the participation so far, it’s clear that our community is equally focused.

Read "Trump and the role of data driven resistance in global health." BMJ Blog - February 10, 2017