UVic's CanAssist wins big

July 11, 2013 - Media tip

A University of Victoria post-doctoral student’s efforts to help people with learning and memory problems related to Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive disorders have earned her a $50,000 award. Celina Berg will also have access to office and lab spa…

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Blood pressure and heart health clinics

March 27, 2013 - The Ring

UVic staff and students over the age of 40 are invited to Take the Pressure Down at free on-campus blood pressure monitoring and heart health education clinics on Apr. 16 and Apr. 30. Drop in between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the University Centre lobby for enhanced blood pressure monitoring, education about personal risk factors and information about how to prevent serious health problems including cardiovascular disease, stroke and kidney disease.

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