O'Brien Institute for Public Health

Research on Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) by Dr. Stephen Freedman and @UCalgary scientists informs protocol changes and improved care process for Calgary children. Read the full story: news.ucalgary.ca/news/research-…

Research guides response to unprecedented 2023 E. coli outbreak affecting Calgary kids. The co-ordinated, collaborative evidence-based care resulted in fewer kids getting serious complications bit.ly/4upNfB9 @ACHFKids @UofCr4kids @UCalgaryMed @OBrien_IPH

This #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek, we’re excited to spotlight “Every Pain, Every Brain: Implementing Neuroinclusive Pain Management for Kids.”, a SKIP-led initiative is funded by the Kids Brain Health Network implementation projects.

Arthritis affects nearly 25,000 children in Canada. Dr. Deborah Marshall and her team at @UCalgary are transforming how juvenile arthritis is understood, measured and addressed in Canada and around the world. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54595.html?h… #JuvenileArthritisAwarenessMonth

Join us on March 19 for a seminar featuring Drs. Sonja Wicklum & Steve Wilton where they will discuss @UCalgaryMed's new Planetary Health Initiative and what we can do to improve sustainability and resilience of our health system. More info & register: events.ucalgary.ca/obrien/event/5…

Dr. Zahra Clayborne is pushing conversations on youth mental health past crisis & illness to investigate what helps young people actually do well. Full story: ucalgary.ca/news/fair-lab-…

Join us on April 21 for our 2026 Spring Forum! Meet with your O’Brien Institute colleagues to learn more about where the Institute is headed and how our work connects to policy, equity, and real-world impact. More info & registration: events.ucalgary.ca/obrien/event/2…

Flourishing and Inclusive Health Research (FAIR) Lab redefines youth mental health by focusing on a strengths-based lens that centres well-being, resilience and lived experience bit.ly/4s735yP @OBrien_IPH

On March 16, join Dr. Laura Pizzi for a talk exploring how health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) informs real-world healthcare decision making. Learn more and register: events.ucalgary.ca/cumming/commun….

Spanning more than 10 years, researchers at the O'Brien Institute have built the largest and most detailed refugee-health dataset in Canada, creating new opportunities to improve care for some of the country’s most vulnerable populations. Full story: news.ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-…

Applications are open for Catalyst Grants in Neurodevelopmental Research until March 10. Learn more about this funding opportunities presented in partnership by the Owerko Centre and Azrieli Accelerator bit.ly/3WUxgvW

UCalgary–led research transforms understanding of refugee health in Canada. Learn more about how this decade-long effort builds country’s most comprehensive refugee-health dataset bit.ly/3MKK2ey @UCalgaryMed @OBrien_IPH

#InTheNews: Dr. @AlanSMartino says that although AI serves as a source of information for people with disabilities living in isolated situations, the challenge lies with data that is focused on people without disabilities. Read the full story: bit.ly/4qJosoK

Courtney Mo, Directory of Community Impact at Momentum, will discuss the Disability Tax Credit and the challenges faced regarding eligibility and the application process. Please join us on February 24th for this engaging conversation - register here: bit.ly/3Ou8XU8

The O’Brien Institute is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Hude Quan. Hude made extraordinary contributions to public health research locally & globally. We extend our deepest condolences to his family & all who had the privilege of working with him. news.ucalgary.ca/news/memoriam-…

Have you ever had gestational diabetes or know someone who has? Help researchers uncover the genetic link to Type 2 Diabetes by participating in this virtual study. Study participants will receive a gift card. To participate, use the contact details below.

This Friday, join the Department of Clinical Neurosciences for an informative lecture on analyzing stroke trials by Dr. Scott Berry. Register here: #success" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">albertahealthservices.zoom.us/j/67203743230?…

The Health Equity HUB is now accepting applications for its 2026 undergraduate summer student position. Applications for this position close on Feb. 23. For more details, visit: news.ucalgary.ca/news/2026-summ…

Join us on Feb. 19 for a seminar that brings together panelists with experience working across academic disciplines and alongside community partners to explore the how of transdisciplinary research. Register: bit.ly/4a6SKeQ.

First-of-its-kind #UCalgary research, led by Dr. Marc Poulin, reveals important links between sex hormones and brain health. Results may help explain why women face higher risk of dementia. 🔗 Read more: ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-…