Professor of Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Public Health, University of Toronto; Neonatologist, Mount Sinai Hospital

Joined February 2013
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BORN starting data collection for cases of #COVID-19 infected pregnant individuals admitted to ON hospitals. We'll be providing data collection tools, transfer instructions & training webinars: April 2 & April 6 at noon. Stay tuned for details bit.ly/2xFY4qN
LAUNCH! #IHDCYH Youth Advisory Council – Application process is now OPEN! @CIHR_IHDCYH invites youth ages 12-25 to apply to join our new youth advisory council! Application form and details here: ow.ly/2kqF30qkUqo Deadline : March 15, 2020 11:59 PM Eastern time
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"Removal of scented products from the homes of families of children at risk of asthma, or with current asthma symptoms, is likely wise." New commentary unpacks growing concern about the role of cleaning products in irritating the airways of young children: cmaj.ca/lookup/doi/10.1503/c…
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SAVE THE DATE: We are partnering with @IMPACTT_Canada for an international microbiome symposium in Canmore Alberta on June 15-16, 2020. Full list of speakers and registration details can be found at: impactt-microbiome.ca/having… #Microbiome
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Check out this new @TheLancet Commission, in partnership with @WHO and @UNICEF, that positions children and youth at the heart and centre of sustainable development and the Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs) #FutureChild – at Halifax, Nova Scotia
A child growing up today faces new & unprecedented threats to their health. It’s time to put children at the heart of our vision for a sustainable humanity. Whoever you are, wherever you are, we encourage you to join the Lancet's 2020 #FutureChild campaign hubs.ly/H0n3trv0
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NEW @WHO-@UNICEF-@TheLancet Commission lays foundations for new global movement for to improve child health and presents high-level recommendations that position children at the centre of the Sustainable Development Goals #FutureChild hubs.ly/H0n3Jm20
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In today's @CIHR_IRSC #IHDCYH ebulletin: Details about a new job opportunity with @DrCChambers and the IHDCYH Halifax team, Youth Advisory Council, & many funding opportunities! Details and more here: ow.ly/lfP130qj23Y
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No country is adequately protecting children’s •health •their environment, and •their futures We must build a future fit for children. Findings from a new WHO, @UNICEF, @TheLancet Commission report: bit.ly/2P8eUop
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.@WHO is committed to: -advocating for children -keeping them safe from emergencies -protecting their health. Only together can we build a future that is truly fit for them: one that protects their planet, their health, their rights. This is what we mean by #HealthForAll.
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Pre-announcement: #IHDCYH Youth Advisory Council @CIHR_IHDCYH invites youth ages 12-25 to apply to join our new youth advisory council! We plan to align with Health and Wellness issues raised in Canada’s Youth Policy. Please email: [email protected] for more info
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Pre-announcement: #IHDCYH Youth Advisory Council @CIHR_IHDCYH invites youth ages 12-25 to apply to join our new youth advisory council! We plan to bring the youth voice directly & purposefully into #IHDCYH conversations & priority development. Details coming soon!
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Dr. Brian Rowe, Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Circulatory and Respiratory Health, reflects on #HeartMonth ❤️ ow.ly/I2sh50yciE1
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Launch @CIHR_IRSC Catalyst Grant Health Effects of Vaping. This FO will support projects relevant to youth vaping of nicotine, cannabinoid extracts, THC & other compounds; short &/or long-term health effects of vaping & more. Registration March 25. Details bit.ly/vaping_cg
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Nouvelle subvention Catalyseur @CIHR_IRSC (effets du vapotage sur la santé) pour projets sur substances vapotées par les jeunes (nicotine, extraits de cannabinoïdes, THC ou autres), effets à court ou long terme, etc. Inscription 25 mars. Détails : bit.ly/Vapotage_sc
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Shoo Lee retweeted
A message from Dr. Stephen Robbins on #WorldCancerDay ow.ly/jY6D50yd370
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🚨 Are you applying for the 2020 Undergraduate Summer Studentship Award? (The deadline is TODAY!) Your proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency in Canada should be attached as a PDF in the "Other" section of "Attach Other Application Materials." 1/2
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Reminder! Apply by February 4, 2020. Details here: ow.ly/CLIj30q8ptd
Reminder! @CIHR_IRSC 2020 Summer Studentship Awards! #IHDCYH will provide undergrad and health professional students with the opportunity to undertake health research projects with established investigators. Apply by February 4, 2020. Details here: ow.ly/CLIj30q8ptd
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Find a partner! @CIHR_IRSC Early Career Investigators in Maternal, Reproductive, Child and Youth Health 2020! Partner linkage tool available to facilitate new collaborations between researchers and applicant funding partners for this competition. Details: bit.ly/ECI2020_Partner