One of the most prevalent yet under-recognized symptoms experienced by patients with Alzheimer’s disease is apathy, characterized by a loss of...
Brain
Sunnybrook’s new Garry Hurvitz Brain Sciences Centre: Q & A with Dr. Anthony Levitt
Construction is well underway on Sunnybrook’s new Garry Hurvitz Brain Sciences Centre with lots of activity on site. Learn more about how this Centre...
Helping kids get good sleep
Dr. Mark Boulos, a staff neurologist at Sunnybrook who specializes in sleep and stroke, offers some insight into the importance of sleep for children...
Anxious about ‘returning to normal’ during the pandemic? You’re not alone.
Sunnybrook mental health experts share tips and coping strategies for adults and kids feeling anxious about the 'return to normal' post-pandemic.
Stroke recommendations developed at Sunnybrook adopted internationally
Sunnybrook's 'protected code stroke' recommendations have been adopted around the world and incorporated into the Canadian Stroke Best Practice...
Understanding COVID-19 long haulers
Months after being infected with COVID-19, some patients continue to experience symptoms that are persistent, debilitating and seemingly...
Don’t delay eye care for retinal detachments: Q&A with ophthalmologist Dr. Kenneth Eng
Dr. Kenneth Eng, chief of ophthalmology and vision sciences in the Hurvitz Brain Sciences Program at Sunnybrook talks about the importance of taking...
Undergoing treatment with the MR-Linac: Former Lieutenant Governor David Onley’s story
After experiencing a two-year steep decline in his health and daily functioning, David Onley was diagnosed with a benign brain tumour. He is now...
How a coping card can help people manage emotional distress
Sometimes feelings of anxiety, worry, stress and other uncomfortable emotions can be overwhelming. There may be certain times or triggers than can...
The importance of protecting eyesight during home workouts
Exercise and activity are important parts of Richard Cui’s daily routine. “Before the pandemic, I was in the gym almost every day,” says the 21-year...