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New in the news 2023

Scorching temperatures put workers at risk – and bring calls for measures to cool down worksites

Ontario Proposing ‘heat stress’ regulations to protect workers from health risks of rising temperatu

Scorching temperatures put workers at risk – and bring calls for measures to cool down worksites

August 16, 2023 I CBC 

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Ontario proposing new ‘heat stress’ regulation to protect workers amid extreme temperatures

Ontario Proposing ‘heat stress’ regulations to protect workers from health risks of rising temperatu

Scorching temperatures put workers at risk – and bring calls for measures to cool down worksites

August 8, 2023 I CBC

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Ontario Proposing ‘heat stress’ regulations to protect workers from health risks of rising temperatu

Ontario Proposing ‘heat stress’ regulations to protect workers from health risks of rising temperatu

Ontario Proposing ‘heat stress’ regulations to protect workers from health risks of rising temperatu

August 8, 2023 I The Globe and Mail

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Stay safe exercising in the heat

The crucial role of air conditioning for the elderly

The crucial role of air conditioning for the elderly

August 5, 2023 I Jordan News 

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The crucial role of air conditioning for the elderly

The crucial role of air conditioning for the elderly

The crucial role of air conditioning for the elderly

July 24, 2023 I World Time Todays

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How to work out safely in the heat

The crucial role of air conditioning for the elderly

How to work out safely in the heat

July 22, 2023 I New York Times

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Research shows clear benefits of cooling on physical health of older populations

Research shows clear benefits of cooling on physical health of older populations

Research shows clear benefits of cooling on physical health of older populations

July 21, 2023 I Medical Express

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Heat affects older people more. Here’s how to stay safe.

Research shows clear benefits of cooling on physical health of older populations

Research shows clear benefits of cooling on physical health of older populations

July 20, 2023 I New York Times 

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How hot and humid will your city be in the future

Research shows clear benefits of cooling on physical health of older populations

How hot and humid will your city be in the future

July 18, 2023 I News Interactive

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Singer Jason Aldean leaves concert due to heat stroke: what you need to know

In Windsor, Ont., one of Canada’s hottest cities, no AC can mean health risks and finding ways to ke

In Windsor, Ont., one of Canada’s hottest cities, no AC can mean health risks and finding ways to ke

July 17, 2023 I Yahoo News

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In Windsor, Ont., one of Canada’s hottest cities, no AC can mean health risks and finding ways to ke

In Windsor, Ont., one of Canada’s hottest cities, no AC can mean health risks and finding ways to ke

In Windsor, Ont., one of Canada’s hottest cities, no AC can mean health risks and finding ways to ke

July 14, 2023 I CBC

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Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts

In Windsor, Ont., one of Canada’s hottest cities, no AC can mean health risks and finding ways to ke

Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts

June 3, 2023 I Yahoo News

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Dr. Kenny Awarded the 2021-2022 University of Ottawa Excellence in Research Award

Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?

Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?

February 15, 2023


Dr. Glen Kenny was recently awarded the 2021-2022 University of Ottawa Excellence in Research Award in the Sciences Stream (science, engineering, health sciences, medicine) for the academic year 2021-2022. This award celerbates professors who inspire students and conduct transformative research every day! 


APUO Excellence Awards: Lisa D'Ambrosio (teaching), and Glen Kenny and Ruth Kane (research). 

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Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?

Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?

Does poor blood sugar control affect the body’s ability to lose heat during exercise?

February 1, 2023 I Medical Xpress

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New in the news 2022

America is going to have a ‘Heat Belt’ how can cities prepare for more regular extreme heat?

High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones

America is going to have a ‘Heat Belt’ how can cities prepare for more regular extreme heat?

August 16, 2022 I The Atlantic

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How to protect the people you care about from extreme heat

High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones

America is going to have a ‘Heat Belt’ how can cities prepare for more regular extreme heat?

August 4, 2022 I NPR News

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High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones

High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones

High temperatures and the human body | CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones

July 27, 2022 I CBC

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It’s getting hot in here! – Protecting the most vulnerable from indoor heat

Heat waves are Canada’s deadliest form of extreme weather. Do we need better warning systems?

Heat waves are Canada’s deadliest form of extreme weather. Do we need better warning systems?

July 27, 2022 I Science of Health

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Heat waves are Canada’s deadliest form of extreme weather. Do we need better warning systems?

Heat waves are Canada’s deadliest form of extreme weather. Do we need better warning systems?

Heat waves are Canada’s deadliest form of extreme weather. Do we need better warning systems?

July 23, 2022 I The Globe and Mail

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The National: Sky-high inflation, LTC air conditioning, Hockey school lawsuit

Heat waves are Canada’s deadliest form of extreme weather. Do we need better warning systems?

The National: Sky-high inflation, LTC air conditioning, Hockey school lawsuit

July 21, 2022 I CBC

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‘SILENT KILLER’ A series on surviving the extremely hot future

Heat warning putting strain on vulnerable populations, especially those without air conditioning

Heat warning putting strain on vulnerable populations, especially those without air conditioning

July 21, 2022 I Atomic Scientists 

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Heat warning putting strain on vulnerable populations, especially those without air conditioning

Heat warning putting strain on vulnerable populations, especially those without air conditioning

Heat warning putting strain on vulnerable populations, especially those without air conditioning

July 20, 2022 I Ottawa Citizen

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Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts

Heat warning putting strain on vulnerable populations, especially those without air conditioning

Heat stroke or heat exhaustion? How to tell the difference, according to experts

July 19, 2022 I Yahoo News

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Extreme heat is scorching Europe. How should Canadians prepare for summer travel?

Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress

Extreme heat is scorching Europe. How should Canadians prepare for summer travel?

July 18, 2022 I Global News

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uOttawa Heat Lab

Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress

Extreme heat is scorching Europe. How should Canadians prepare for summer travel?

July 13, 2022 I CBC 

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Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress

Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress

Advocacy Spotlight: Ottawa Branch helping with research on seniors’ health and heat stress

June 28, 2022 I NAFR

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Surviving the heat: The impacts of the 2021 western heat dome in Canada

How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying

How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying

June 27, 2022 I Science of Health

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How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying

How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying

How does the human body respond to rising temperatures? This one-of-a-kind lab in Ottawa is trying

June 11, 2022 I The Globe and mail

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'A cold water plunge can wake us up better than a cup of coffee'

Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?

Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?

April 12, 2022 I Health Thing

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Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?

Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?

Cold plunges are getting lots of buzz, but is it supported by science?

February 13, 2022 I Toronto Star

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