Health and well-being

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Lana Ray appointed Canada Research Chair in Resurgent Methodologies for Indigenous Health

Athabasca University researcher focuses on the resurgence of Indigenous health systems and research approaches.

Research explores food choices, eating habits of teens in rural Alberta

Learn why Athabasca University researcher Dr. Alexa Ferdinands is studying food choices and eating habits of teens in rural Alberta.

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Do extreme weather events affect teen health? Study explores links

New study allows Athabasca University researcher Dr. Gina Martin to examine how extreme weather events affect the health of Canadian teens.

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Research tackles barriers preventing internationally educated nurses from practising in Canada

New research led by Dr. Kathleen Leslie will look at ways to make it easier for internationally educated nurses to work in Canada.

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AU professor named Alberta's Psychologist of the Year

Athabasca University assistant professor and psychologist Dr. Caroline Buzanko has been named Alberta's Psychologist of the Year.

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Breastfeeding supports critical to maternal mental health

Master of Nursing student Kelly DeCoste says more supports are needed to help mothers overcome breastfeeding challenges

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If the world feels bad, here’s how to feel better

Feeling down? Emotional resilience is the key to getting out of a rut, says an Athabasca University psychologist.

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Helping nurses advance skills critical to Canada’s health-care woes

Dr. Venise Bryan is researching the experiences of nurses and health-care workers as they advance their careers and expand their skills.

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5 tips to avoid weight shaming yourself and others

In a society obsessed with monitoring each other’s bodies, avoid contributing to weight stigma when gathering with friends and family.

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Opinion: Neighbourhood amenities may have helped youth mental health and stress early in the pandemic

Researchers looked at how neighbourhood amenities may have impacted youth mental health and stress early in the pandemic.

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Improving access and capacity to support mental health and substance use service providers

New research led by Athabasca University aims to improve access to mental health and substance health use services.

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What do nurse practitioner-led clinics mean for health care in Alberta?

Athabasca University professors on what provincial funding changes mean for nurse practitioners and for primary care in Alberta.

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Opinion: Nurse practitioners a solution hidden in plain sight

Nurse practitioners are highly skilled health professionals and an important piece to addressing health-care challenges.

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Is climate change hurting teen mental health?

National study led by Athabasca University explores impact of climate change on mental health of Canadian teens.

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Opinion: There’s a global crisis in health care and no one is immune

There’s a global crisis in health care and no one is immune, writes Athabasca University President Dr. Alex Clark.

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Exercise after breast cancer diagnosis linked to better quality of life, study finds

Athabasca University researcher finds exercise after breast cancer diagnosis linked to better quality of life with recent AMBER study.

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Understanding different types of diabetes and managing risk factors

Athabasca University researcher Dr. Steven Johnson offers insight into differences between diabetes types and how to manage risks.

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AU researcher helps assess pain in frail elderly with dementia

AU professor Dr. Jennifer Knopp-Sihota, a nurse practitioner who works in long-term care, began studying how to better assess pain in dementia patients

Health and well-being

Building bridges between research and community

Lana Ray appointed Canada Research Chair in Resurgent Methodologies for Indigenous Health

Research explores food choices, eating habits of teens in rural Alberta

Do extreme weather events affect teen health? Study explores links

Research tackles barriers preventing internationally educated nurses from practising in Canada

AU professor named Alberta's Psychologist of the Year

Breastfeeding supports critical to maternal mental health

If the world feels bad, here’s how to feel better

Helping nurses advance skills critical to Canada’s health-care woes

5 tips to avoid weight shaming yourself and others

Opinion: Neighbourhood amenities may have helped youth mental health and stress early in the pandemic

Improving access and capacity to support mental health and substance use service providers

What do nurse practitioner-led clinics mean for health care in Alberta?

Opinion: Nurse practitioners a solution hidden in plain sight

Is climate change hurting teen mental health?

Opinion: There’s a global crisis in health care and no one is immune

Exercise after breast cancer diagnosis linked to better quality of life, study finds

Closure of Lethbridge safe consumption site created safety concerns: study

Understanding different types of diabetes and managing risk factors

AU researcher studies pandemic’s effects on mental health in trans community

Mothers who don’t get enough sleep age more rapidly, study finds

AU researcher helps assess pain in frail elderly with dementia

New book sheds light on violence against health-care workers

A celebration like no other: Highlights from Convocation 2025