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Dr. Hill’s historic breakthrough dramatically reduced deaths and improved quality of life after stroke. Watch as he meets some of the people his research has saved.
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Dr. Michael Hill’s research cut the death rate from major strokes in half — giving many people a second chance at life. Heart & Stroke donors made this breakthrough possible. |
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Breakthroughs in the making
Thanks to donations, we can fund the best medical minds in Canada — many on the cusp of making discoveries that will revolutionize how we prevent and treat heart disease and stroke. Here are just a few:
Reversing stroke damage
Reversing stroke damage
A burst of stem cells the body produces after a stroke could hold the key to helping the brain heal itself.
Dr. Jing Wang is determined to repair stroke damage.
Improving transplants for all
Improving transplants for all
A child can accept a new heart from a donor with a different blood type. Can that discovery be extended to adults? New research is bringing hope for transplant recipients.
Dr. Lori West continues her pioneering research
Uncovering genetic risks
Uncovering genetic risks
A young adult dies suddenly from heart attack. While devastating, it may be preventable. Research is combing through millions of genetic clues to identify who’s at risk, and how to save them
Dr. Guillaume Paré probes genetic data
Detecting hidden risks for heart disease
Detecting hidden risks
One in five Canadians carry a hidden risk for heart disease or stroke. Genetic research is revealing clues that could lead to life-saving personalized prevention.
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Saving hearts from deadly damage
Saving hearts from deadly damage
A heart attack leaves scars that can lead to deadly damage. Now research has pinpointed a critical factor to block the damage before it starts.
Dr. Tami Martino aims to save hearts
Preventing strokes before they happen
Preventing strokes
Researchers are finding early heart signals that may predict stroke — opening the door to personalized stroke prevention and better outcomes.
Dr. Jodi Edwards is discovering how
Refining stroke treatment
Refining stroke treatment
Stroke treatment took a leap forward with clot removal through an artery. New studies are refining that therapy and testing innovations to save more lives.
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Dr. Michael Hill
Heart & Stroke researcher
Beat heart disease and stroke.
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