https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news.html Dalhousie RSS News Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:48:40 GMT 2026-11-12T19:48:40Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/12/_it_s_never_too_late___paramedic_jeremy_dunsmore_finds_his_place_at_dal.html At 19, Jeremy Dunsmore left university after a year and spent much of his life believing it wasn’t a place for someone like him. Decades later, as a paramedic and operations manager, he enrolled in Dal’s online Certificate in Emergency Health Services Management. His most memorable moment? Doing well on his very first assignment. “Seeing that I could succeed really changed my outlook on what I was capable of.” Alumni & Friends Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/12/_it_s_never_too_late___paramedic_jeremy_dunsmore_finds_his_place_at_dal.html Dal Health Communications 2026-11-12T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/09/care__compassion__and_advocacy__lauren_rogerson_s_second_degree__first_calling.html After years of feeling dismissed while living with a chronic women’s health condition, Lauren Rogerson returned to Dal to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, determined to help patients feel heard and supported. In her final semester, she collaborated with a professor to develop a School of Nursing simulation drawing on her own experience with women’s health care. Now graduating, she is starting her dream job in the Women & Children’s Unit at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre while continuing to advocate for women’s health in the Maritimes. Alumni & Friends Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/09/care__compassion__and_advocacy__lauren_rogerson_s_second_degree__first_calling.html Dal Health Communications 2026-11-09T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/07/_700_000_cihr_grant_funds_study_of_black_2slgbtqia___health_in_three_regions.html CIHR’s Advancing 2S/LGBTQI+ Health Through Research Grant Research Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/07/_700_000_cihr_grant_funds_study_of_black_2slgbtqia___health_in_three_regions.html Terry Murray-Arnold with files from Dr. Dryden 2026-11-07T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/07/new_grad_colin_graham_brings_np_care_home_to_guysborough.html After twelve years as a registered nurse spotting problems he lacked the authority to fix, Colin Graham pursued Dalhousie’s Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner program, inspired by the compassion of his mother, a continuing care assistant. Supported by his husband, Brian, dedicated clinical mentors, and the Parkin Family Nursing Scholarship, he learned that good care begins with listening closely to patients. Through the Nurse Practitioner Education Incentive, he is now starting a primary care NP role in his hometown of Guysborough, where he hopes to improve rural access to care. Alumni & Friends Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/07/new_grad_colin_graham_brings_np_care_home_to_guysborough.html Dal Health Communications 2026-11-07T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/06/new_nova_scotia_health_atlas_puts_community_health_data_on_the_map.html Interactive online tool brings together health, environmental and demographic information to help communities and decision-makers better understand what shapes the health of Nova Scotians. Research Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/11/06/new_nova_scotia_health_atlas_puts_community_health_data_on_the_map.html Dal Health Communications 2026-11-06T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/30/first_africentric_bsw_cohort_crosses_the_stage__grad_profile_larissa_lee.html Larissa Lee (Cherry Brook and North Preston, NS) is one of 36 students in Dalhousie’s first Africentric Bachelor of Social Work (ABSW) Cohort, all of whom graduated on October 20, 2026. School of Social Work Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/30/first_africentric_bsw_cohort_crosses_the_stage__grad_profile_larissa_lee.html Dawn Morrison 2026-10-30T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/28/_keep_going___msc__ot__grad_mackenzie_daniels_on_resilience__family__and_finding_her_place_in_healthcare.html "For me, graduating from this program means more than academic achievement. It means creating more visual representation of BIPOC individuals in the Nova Scotia healthcare space, which I think is super cool. It also represents the resilience I have had throughout the years, allowing me to keep moving toward my goals, despite the many times I have felt ready to give up." Alumni & Friends Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/28/_keep_going___msc__ot__grad_mackenzie_daniels_on_resilience__family__and_finding_her_place_in_healthcare.html Dal Health Communications 2026-10-28T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/23/first_africentric_bsw_cohort_crosses_the_stage__grad_profile_krista_drummond.html Krista is one of 36 students in Dalhousie's first Africentric Bachelor of Social Work (ABSW) Cohort, all of whom graduated on October 20, 2026. Alumni & Friends Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/23/first_africentric_bsw_cohort_crosses_the_stage__grad_profile_krista_drummond.html Dawn Morrison 2026-10-23T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/23/first_africentric_bsw_cohort_crosses_the_stage__grad_profile_phillip_jackson.html Phillip Jackson (Toronto, ON) is one of 36 students in Dalhousie's first Africentric Bachelor of Social Work Cohort, all of whom graduated on October 20, 2026. Alumni & Friends Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/23/first_africentric_bsw_cohort_crosses_the_stage__grad_profile_phillip_jackson.html Dawn Morrison 2026-10-23T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/21/finding_her_stride__jasmine_friedrich_yap__mscrr.html When Jasmine Friedrich Yap crosses the convocation stage this year, she’ll do so with a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Research, a national network of collaborators, and a marathon under her belt. Her research on fracture prevention in home care is helping shape better support for older adults in one of Canada’s oldest provinces, and she’s not done yet: this fall, she begins a PhD in Health at Dal. Alumni & Friends Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/21/finding_her_stride__jasmine_friedrich_yap__mscrr.html Dal Health Communications 2026-10-21T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/02/new_book_challenges_the__race_only__narrative_behind_europe_s_unequal_welcome_of_refugees.html Dalhousie University researcher Dr. Raluca Bejan’s research complicates the story of who Europe deems a “deserving” refugee News Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/02/new_book_challenges_the__race_only__narrative_behind_europe_s_unequal_welcome_of_refugees.html Dawn Morrison 2026-10-02T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/01/moving_forward_together__research_team_uses_storytelling_to_unsettle_racism_in_health_care.html Researchers in Dal Health's School of Social Work are part of a diverse team led by Dr. Nancy Ross and Dr. Terrence Lewis with engaged consultation and leadership on Africentric research from Professor Emeritus DSSW Senator Dr. Wanda Thomas Bernard, are sharing their own personal stories in order to highlight the importance of culturally responsive care. School of Social Work Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/10/01/moving_forward_together__research_team_uses_storytelling_to_unsettle_racism_in_health_care.html Dal Health Communications 2026-10-01T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/09/03/dalhousie_names_dr__caitlin_mcarthur_as_inaugural_shannex_research_chair_in_artificial_intelligence_and_healthy_aging.html Dr. Caitlin McArthur has been appointed the Shannex Research Chair in Artificial Intelligence and Healthy Aging in Dalhousie University's Faculty of Health.This Chair, and the Shannex Research Lab in AI and Healthy Aging within the healthy aging research hub are part of a $2 million donation by Shannex to support research and education on healthy aging. Research Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/09/03/dalhousie_names_dr__caitlin_mcarthur_as_inaugural_shannex_research_chair_in_artificial_intelligence_and_healthy_aging.html Dawn Morrison 2026-09-03T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/09/02/a_legacy_of_learning__a_future_of_care.html A generous gift from the Isabel Bader Charitable Trust has created two endowed graduate scholarships, helping Indigenous nursing students advance their education and become leaders in health care. Alumni & Friends Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/09/02/a_legacy_of_learning__a_future_of_care.html Dawn Morrison 2026-09-02T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/08/12/dalhousie_researcher_to_co_lead_national_sshrc_network_on_human_animal_connections.html Dal's Dr. Haorui Wu,will help lead a new national research network exploring how the relationships between people and animals can strengthen health, resilience and community well-being. Research Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/08/12/dalhousie_researcher_to_co_lead_national_sshrc_network_on_human_animal_connections.html Dawn Morrison 2026-08-12T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/08/08/grad_profile__helping_people_communicate__connect_and_thrive.html Rachel Chan found a career that connected her passion for healthcare with her belief in the power of communication to build community. Alumni & Friends Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/08/08/grad_profile__helping_people_communicate__connect_and_thrive.html Dal Health Communications 2026-08-08T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/08/08/grad_profile__a_focus_on_access__a_vision_for_change.html Driven by a commitment to improving access to rehabilitation, Dr. Yaser Alnasery pursued his PhD at Dalhousie University with a focus on low-vision rehabilitation and assistive technology. Alumni & Friends Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/08/08/grad_profile__a_focus_on_access__a_vision_for_change.html Dal Health Communications 2026-08-08T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/08/05/grad_profile__two_degrees__one_passion_for_people.html Moving to Halifax from Thunder Bay without knowing anyone, Brooklyn Malone found a sense of belonging at Dal Her passion for bringing people together inspired her to transition into Dalhousie's unique Recreation Management and Bachelor of Management dual-degree program, combining her interest in business with community building. Alumni & Friends Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/08/05/grad_profile__two_degrees__one_passion_for_people.html Dal Health Communications 2026-08-05T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/30/looking_ahead__dal_s_scsd_celebrates_its_past_while_expanding_access_to_care.html The 50th anniversary of Dalhousie's School of Communication Sciences and Disorders celebrates not only a milestone in education, but also the thousands of lives changed through clinical care, research, and community partnerships. With a growing focus on underserved communities and inclusive healthcare, the school is building on its legacy while preparing for the future. Alumni & Friends Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/30/looking_ahead__dal_s_scsd_celebrates_its_past_while_expanding_access_to_care.html Emm Campbell, Freelance Writer 2026-07-30T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/23/creating_opportunity__natalie_borden_s_scholarship_invests_in_the_next_generation_of_african_nova_scotian_pharmacists.html Accomplished pharmacist, health-care executive, volunteer and Dalhousie alumna has established the Natalie Borden Scholarship in Pharmacy, a renewable award that will support African Nova Scotian students entering Dalhousie’s College of Pharmacy. Alumni & Friends Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/23/creating_opportunity__natalie_borden_s_scholarship_invests_in_the_next_generation_of_african_nova_scotian_pharmacists.html Dawn Morrison 2026-07-23T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/09/grad_profile__a_passion_for_science__technology_and_patient_care.html Nuclear medicine technology offered grad a unique blend of science, technology, and patient care. Alumni & Friends Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/09/grad_profile__a_passion_for_science__technology_and_patient_care.html Dal Health Communications 2026-07-09T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/06/class_of_2026__celebrating_our_dal_health_graduates.html Every Convocation is a celebration of achievement, perseverance, and possibility. This year, the Faculty of Health proudly congratulates the Class of 2026; a remarkable group of graduates who are poised to shape the future of health care, health systems, research, education, and community well-being. Alumni & Friends Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/06/class_of_2026__celebrating_our_dal_health_graduates.html Dawn 2026-07-06T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/04/congratulations_class_of_2026_.html Congratulations Class of 2026! Alumni & Friends Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/04/congratulations_class_of_2026_.html Dal Health Communications 2026-07-04T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/03/grad_profile__following_family_footsteps_into_physiotherapy.html From an early age Maura Maguire was interested in pursuing a healthcare career. Inspired by her grandmother, who immigrated to Newfoundland from Ireland as a physiotherapist during the polio outbreak in the 1950s, Maura confidently says that she "couldn’t have found a better fit for me than physiotherapy. " Alumni & Friends Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/07/03/grad_profile__following_family_footsteps_into_physiotherapy.html Dal Health Communications 2026-07-03T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/16/grad_profile__building_a_future_devoted_to_fostering_health_justice.html Inspired by her experiences as a registered nurse, Lauren pursued Dal’s Juris Doctor/Master of Health Administration program. Canada’s only combined MHA and law degree program. Along the way, she found a passion for health law, a strong community of peers and mentors, and a clear vision for advancing health justice through a future legal career. Alumni & Friends Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/16/grad_profile__building_a_future_devoted_to_fostering_health_justice.html Dal Health Communications 2026-06-16T15:00:00Z