Cardiovascular Research Chair Aims to Impact Atlantic Heart Health
Each year in Nova Scotia, over 2,800 families are devastated by the loss of a loved one due to heart disease and stroke; cardiovascular disease claims 36% of all deaths, making it among the biggest killers in the province. Efforts are underway to find out why and begin the process of reversing these statistics with the appointment of the region's first research chair in cardiovascular outcomes.
"Cardiovascular disease is a major killer in Nova Scotia," said
Funded by generous donations from the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Fred and
"Nova Scotia faces many challenges over the next several years," said
"We are pleased to partner with the QEII Foundation to make this research position a reality in Nova Scotia," explained Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia CEO Menna MacIsaac. "Today's announcement will ensure the Atlantic region is well positioned to address the challenges that lie ahead in the fight against heart disease and stroke and that patients and families receive the best care possible when they need it and where they need it."
"The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia Chair in Cardiovascular Outcomes Research is a great example of what we can achieve when we work together," said
The appointment of
Endowed research chairs are catalysts for change, attracting others to the field of investigation and supporting growth of a dedicated research program. An endowment fund has been created to support the research chair, where the capital is invested in perpetuity and the income is used annually by the Chair holder to advance the research program. By creating this endowment fund in support of population cancer research, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Fred and
About the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia
For the past 50 years, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia has been building healthier hearts and lives in Nova Scotia. The Heart and Stroke Foundation (www.heartandstroke.ca), a volunteer-based health charity, leads in eliminating heart disease and stroke and reducing their impact through the advancement of research and its application, the promotion of healthy living, and advocacy.
About the QEII Foundation
The QEII Foundation is a non-profit, charitable organization established to strengthen health care at the QEII. The Foundation's mission is leading the spirit of philanthropy to enrich health care for Atlantic Canadians and in the process helps support the QEII's quest to become a world-leading haven for health, healing and learning. The QEII Foundation raises funds to support excellence in patient care through the purchase of state-of-the-art patient technology, promotion of professional education, advancement of medical research, and involvement with community-based disease prevention initiatives.
For further information: Steve Jennex, Communications Director, QEII Foundation, (902) 473-5591, [email protected]; On behalf of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia: Clare O'Connor, Full Picture Public Affairs, (902) 292-1380, [email protected]
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