At Heart & Stroke NB, we know that groundbreaking solutions to heart and stroke challenges begin with investing in research right here in New Brunswick. Since 2017, our Cardiovascular Research Endowment Fund has provided sustainable funding to support local scientists as they work to improve health outcomes and advance medical knowledge.
This year, thanks to the generosity of our donors and our partnership with ResearchNB, we proudly co-funded two $40,000 research projects. These grants enable local researchers to address pressing cardiovascular issues while strengthening our province’s healthcare system.
Dr. Myles O’Brien, from the Laboratoire IMPACTS at the Centre de formation médicale du Nouveau-Brunswick, is tackling frailty in cardiovascular inpatients. His study tests mobilization strategies, such as resistance band exercises and increased movement, to reduce hospital stays and improve recovery. With a focus on female patients, who are often more affected by frailty, this research has the potential to transform care plans for hospitalized individuals.
Dr. Keith Brunt, from Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick, is focusing on Group II Pulmonary Hypertension (G2PH), a condition linked to heart damage and higher mortality rates. By studying how heart and lung cells interact, his work is uncovering new therapeutic possibilities for this under-researched disease, particularly among women.
In addition to supporting local innovation, we contributed to the Heart & Stroke Foundation’s national research program this year. Altogether, our total research investment—including local and national projects—reached $479,618.21, a testament to our commitment to advancing cardiovascular care across the country.
Your support makes this possible. Together, we’re building a healthier future for all.
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