https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news.html Dalhousie RSS News Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:31:01 GMT 2026-07-04T00:31:01Z 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 https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/15/grad_profile__striving_to_make_an_impact_in_rural_and_remote_nursing.html MN- NP grad inspired by "opportunity to return to underserved communities with a broader scope of practice and the ability to do more for patients Alumni & Friends Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/15/grad_profile__striving_to_make_an_impact_in_rural_and_remote_nursing.html Dal Health Communications 2026-06-15T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/13/grad_profile__msit_no_kmaq__a_graduate_journey_rooted_in_community_and_healing.html Dr. Katharine Gloade's degree path merges her experience in education and mental health with Mi’kmaw health, healing and ways of knowing. Alumni & Friends Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/13/grad_profile__msit_no_kmaq__a_graduate_journey_rooted_in_community_and_healing.html Dal Health Communications 2026-06-13T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/11/grad_profile__embracing_the_possibilities_and_principles_of_health_promotion.html Faculty of Health grad embracing the possibilities and principles of health promotion Alumni & Friends Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/11/grad_profile__embracing_the_possibilities_and_principles_of_health_promotion.html Dal Health Communications 2026-06-11T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/06/grad_profile__two_degrees__one_goal__improving_patient_care.html Alumni & Friends Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/06/grad_profile__two_degrees__one_goal__improving_patient_care.html Dal Health Communications 2026-06-06T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/03/grad_profile__where_health_promotion_meets_community_connection.html When Emilia Fitzgerald began university, she thought her future might lie in the sciences. But somewhere between chemistry labs and lectures, she realized what drew her interest most was understanding health care systems and focusing on a preventative approach to health. Alumni & Friends Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/03/grad_profile__where_health_promotion_meets_community_connection.html Dawn Morrison 2026-06-03T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/02/dalhousie_university_partners_to_offer_local_events_celebrating_international_day_of_play__june_6.html Kids Rule the Roost At International Day of Play Celebrations Events Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/06/02/dalhousie_university_partners_to_offer_local_events_celebrating_international_day_of_play__june_6.html Dal Health staff with files from Alex Smith 2026-06-02T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/05/28/dal_partners_with_the_government_of_nova_scotia_to_expand_supports_for_people_with_disabilities.html Dal partners with the Government of Nova Scotia to Expand Supports for People with Disabilities News Thu, 28 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/05/28/dal_partners_with_the_government_of_nova_scotia_to_expand_supports_for_people_with_disabilities.html Dal Health Staff with Files from NS Health 2026-05-28T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/03/17/an_exercise_program_proves_life_changing_for_this_nova_scotia_cancer_patient__global_news.html Dal Health in the News Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/03/17/an_exercise_program_proves_life_changing_for_this_nova_scotia_cancer_patient__global_news.html Dal Health Communications 2026-03-17T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/03/05/a_new_chapter_in_black_health_research_at_dal.html Drs. OmiSoore Dryden and Barb Hamilton-Hinch officially launched the opening of the Black Health Researchers’ Hub (BHRH, the Hub), and a new chapter in Black health research. Research Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/03/05/a_new_chapter_in_black_health_research_at_dal.html Terry Murray-Arnold with files from Dr. Dryden and Dr. Hamilton-Hinch 2026-03-05T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/02/19/leon___rose_zitner_prize__call_for_submissions.html The Leon & Rose Zitner Prize competition invites video-based applications from students describing their outstanding contributions to citizen knowledge and community engagement in the area of health*. The value of this year’s prize is $12,000,. Students Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/02/19/leon___rose_zitner_prize__call_for_submissions.html Terry Murray-Arnold 2026-02-19T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/02/11/new_diagnostic_medical_ultrasound_clinic_expands_student_training_and_patient_care.html School of Health Sciences Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/02/11/new_diagnostic_medical_ultrasound_clinic_expands_student_training_and_patient_care.html Terry Murray-Arnold 2026-02-11T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/01/09/transforming_health_scholarship__dr__omisoore_dryden_is_leading_a_new_era_of_black_health_studies.html Research Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2026/01/09/transforming_health_scholarship__dr__omisoore_dryden_is_leading_a_new_era_of_black_health_studies.html Dawn Morrison 2026-01-09T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/12/19/new_aspiring_health_leaders_award_invests_in_the_future_of_health_administration.html School of Health Administration Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/12/19/new_aspiring_health_leaders_award_invests_in_the_future_of_health_administration.html Terry Murray-Arnold with files from SHA 2025-12-19T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/11/10/new_clinic_set_to_revolutionize_respiratory_care_in_nova_scotia.html Dalhousie University, in collaboration with Nova Scotia Health’s INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program, the Nova Scotia Health Innovation Hub and LungNSPEI, has announced the upcoming launch of the Nova Scotia Lung Wellness Clinic, a groundbreaking initiative designed to address urgent respiratory health challenges and improve outcomes for Nova Scotians. News Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/11/10/new_clinic_set_to_revolutionize_respiratory_care_in_nova_scotia.html Dal Health Communications with files from GSK Canada 2025-11-10T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/11/05/grad_profile__inspired_by_the_comfort_and_care_of_nurses.html Congratulations to our 2025 fall graduates! We're so proud of what you've accomplished. Read more of our convocation features. Name: Christina Wakim Pronouns: She/Her Program/Degree: Bachelor of Science in Nursing Hometown: Charlottetown, PEI/Ottawa, ON News Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/11/05/grad_profile__inspired_by_the_comfort_and_care_of_nurses.html Dal Health Communications 2025-11-05T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/11/05/grad_profile__transformative_network_of_support.html Congratulations to our 2025 fall graduates! We're so proud of what you've accomplished. Read more of our convocation features. Name: Meg Hannigan Pronouns: She/Her Program/Degree: Master of Science in Rehabilitation Research Hometown: Wellington, Ontario News Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/11/05/grad_profile__transformative_network_of_support.html Dal Health Communications 2025-11-05T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/11/04/grad_profile__a_career_built_on_compassion_and_purpose.html article look boring. Congratulations to our 2025 fall graduates! We're so proud of what you've accomplished. Read more of our convocation features. Name: Faith Abel-Adegbite Pronouns: She/Her Program/Degree: Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Hometown: Fredericton, New Brunswick News Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/11/04/grad_profile__a_career_built_on_compassion_and_purpose.html Dal Health Communications 2025-11-04T16:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/10/28/grad_profile__lifelong_passion_for_serving_others.html Congratulations to our 2025 fall graduates! We're so proud of what you've accomplished. Read more of our convocation features. Name: Joanna Aruoriwo Oginni Pronouns: She/Her Program/Degree: Master of Social Work Hometown: Aviara in Delta State, Nigeria News Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/10/28/grad_profile__lifelong_passion_for_serving_others.html Dal Health Communications 2025-10-28T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/10/28/grad_profile__leaving_space_for_what_comes_next.html Congratulations to our 2025 fall graduates! We're so proud of what you've accomplished. Read more of our convocation features. Name: Kate Morrison Pronouns: she/her Program/Degree: Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology Hometown: Kitchener, Ontario News Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/10/28/grad_profile__leaving_space_for_what_comes_next.html Dal Health Communications 2025-10-28T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/10/28/grad_profile__taking_risks_for_meaningful_growth.html Congratulations to our 2025 fall graduates! We're so proud of what you've accomplished. Read more of our convocation features. Name: Julia Kontak Pronouns: she/her Program/Degree: PhD in Health Hometown: Halifax, Nova Scotia News Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/10/28/grad_profile__taking_risks_for_meaningful_growth.html Dal Health Communications 2025-10-28T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/10/28/dal_health_fall_convocation.html News Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/10/28/dal_health_fall_convocation.html Dal Health Communications 2025-10-28T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/09/29/moving_away_from_the_white_coat__dalhousie_s_college_of_pharmacy_updates_tradition.html Dalhousie’s College of Pharmacy is changing the way it welcomes new students, helping the future pharmacists to provide culturally responsive care. The tradition for the past few decades was a white coat ceremony to welcome new students into the College, where everyone was given a coat that they will wear for their labs. The tradition was started by medical schools and adopted by pharmacists since they also wore the coats. News College of Pharmacy Innovation Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/09/29/moving_away_from_the_white_coat__dalhousie_s_college_of_pharmacy_updates_tradition.html Stephanie Brown 2025-09-29T15:00:00Z https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/08/19/dal_health_s_school_of_health_administration_and_the_canadian_college_of_health_leaders__cchl__renew_a_strategic_alliance.html Dal’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) program has renewed its strategic alliance with the Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL) to increase the leadership capabilities of health care managers in Canada. News Tue, 19 Aug 2025 15:00:00 GMT https://www.dal.ca/faculty/health/news-events/news/2025/08/19/dal_health_s_school_of_health_administration_and_the_canadian_college_of_health_leaders__cchl__renew_a_strategic_alliance.html Dal Health Communications with files from CCHL 2025-08-19T15:00:00Z