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University Health Network @uhn.ca · Jun 18
Today, we are thrilled to reveal our refreshed brand, a bold and modern reflection of the full scope of who we are and what we do.

We are UHN – Canada's Hospital 🍁

Learn more at: uhn.network/3ZCETbQ
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 16h
October is Health Literacy Month! 📚

At UHN, Olga helps patients and caregivers access information they can understand and use to make informed decisions during life’s most vulnerable moments.

Thank you Olga, and all health literacy professionals, for empowering our patients!
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 20h
Great news for cancer patients. Ministry of Health's announcement to make available new treatments in cancer care earlier will save and extend lives.

Patients at UHN's Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and across Ontario now have faster access to breakthrough cancer therapies.
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 1d
It’s Sonographer Week!

Meet Elena, a Sonographer at UHN whose skill and compassion help patients receive accurate diagnoses and care.

Thank you to all the Sonographers who do life-changing work across UHN through imaging, education and research.
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 1d
Congratulations to the teams at UHN's Peter Munk Cardiac Centre and Ajmera Transplant Centre on the completion of Canada’s first transplant using a heart that stopped beating before donation. This type of donation is projected to boost Canada's heart donor pool by 30%.

Learn more:
Toronto hospital performs Canada’s first heart transplant using a heart that stopped beating: UHN
Canada’s first-ever heart transplant using a heart, which had stopped beating before donation, has successfully been performed in Toronto, according to the University Health Network.
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 2d
October is #HealthLiteracyMonth! Visit the Patient Experience team at UHN's Toronto Western Hospital atrium today! You can also find them at UHN sites throughout the month, sharing resources to help patients and staff find and understand health information!
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 2d
Happy Healthcare Food Services Worker Week!

We’re recognizing Food Service Workers like Angelo Tamayo, who delivers meals directly to patients with compassion and a genuine commitment to service.

Your work supports comfort, care, and recovery every day. 💙
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 3d
Visit the Fire Prevention Week booths across UHN sites this week!

The Fire & Life Safety Department strives to educate TeamUHN about fire safety and encourage safe practices. Learn from the pros, take a fire safety quiz, try an extinguisher simulator and more!
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 3d
🔥 It’s Fire Prevention Week!

Meet Tom, a Fire Marshal at UHN who helps to keep our hospitals safe through planning and prevention. Join Tom on a walkthrough of UHN's Toronto Rehab as he shows us what he looks for to ensure staff, patients and visitors are safe.
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 6d
The 48 residents of Canada's first social medicine housing project previously accounted for 1,837 emergency department visits in one year. Since moving into Dunn House, they've cut ED visits by 52%, reducing lengths of stay and hospital costs.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4pYrBSC
Toronto hospital housing model 'a gift' to residents as ER visits reduced by half
TORONTO - Every time Jason Miles walked out of prison, he would be bigger, stronger and meaner.
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 7d
UHN’s Patient Partner program celebrates 10 years of empowering patients to shape care through lived experience. By integrating patient voices into decision-making, we continue to build a health care system that listens, learns, and evolves.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3KDF41L
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 7d
This is the future of surgical care!

UHN’s new Surgical and Patient Tower is now under construction. Visit the display in the atrium of Toronto Western Hospital or UHNsurgicaltower.ca to learn more!
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 8d
It’s #DentalHygieneMonth! 🦷

Meet Leanne Fowler, a dental hygienist at UHN's Princess Margaret Cance Centre, helping patients feel healthier and more confident through compassionate oral care. “It’s rewarding to bring them to a place of health,” says Leanne.

Thank you to all dental professionals!
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 9d
Chronic pain and mental illness often go hand in hand — yet they're rarely treated together. Learn how #TeamUHN's Dr. Jeffrey Wieskopf is bridging that gap, offering integrated care that addresses both the physical and emotional toll of pain.

Read more: https://bit.ly/489fGe8
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 9d
In honour of National Day For Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, TeamUHN’s Indigenous Health Team hosted a ceremony featuring live drumming, singing, and staff joining the Round Dance at The Michener Gitigan.
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 9d
This solemn day calls not only for remembrance, but for sustained action and shared accountability. Guided by the Indigenous Health Program, UHN is taking steps to advance the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Calls to Action.

Learn more:
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 10d
On World Heart Day we honour patients like Stephanie, who found healing with UHN's psychosocial transplant program. Stephanie's heart transplant journey reminds us that caring for the heart means caring for the whole person.

Read her story: https://bit.ly/46u1mM3
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 10d
Last week the clouds parted to give us perfect weather for the team BBQ at UHN's West Park Healthcare Centre. What a spectacular way to close UHN’s annual Week of Gratitude!

Thank you for helping patients get their lives back. We are grateful to you each and every day!
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 13d
The photos from UHN’s annual Week of Gratitude celebrations say it all:
💗Love this team!
💭 Grateful for awesome colleagues!
💥 Go TeamUHN!

Take a moment to add message of thanks to the Week of Gratitude Kudoboard at: https://uhn.network/SayThanks
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 14d
TeamUHN! Got a shout-out for a friend and colleague at work? Post-it! 🟦

The walls across UHN are brimming with gratitude as we take a moment to recognize the incredible people we work alongside every day! Post your own Week of Gratitude message: https://uhn.network/SayThanks
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 14d
In this month's UHN Honour Roll:

🏆 Dr. David Kirsch wins Nobility in Science Award from Sarcoma Foundation of Amereica
🏆 Dr. John Dick named 2025 Clarivate Citation Laureate
🏆 Dr. Milos R. Popovic receives inaugural Dejan Popovic Award

Read about this month's awardees: https://bit.ly/3Ik6Mjw
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 15d
It’s that time of year again! 🍪

The cookie meet-up during UHN’s annual Week of Gratitude is a chance for us to say thank you in-person! Thank you, TeamUHN, for the dedication you show in caring for our patients, and for the kindness you show in caring for each other!
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 16d
Kudos to you, TeamUHN! 💙

UHN’s annual Week of Gratitude kicks off one of the busiest times of year in health care. Friends, family, patients and colleagues, help us show TeamUHN just how appreciated they are! Share your own shout-out at: https://uhn.network/SayThanks
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 16d
The CN Tower joined us in saying thank you. 💙❤️

Last night it glowed blue and red for UHN’s Week of Gratitude -- a time to celebrate the amazing people behind great care, research, and education.
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 17d
We’re celebrating UHN’s 3rd annual Week of Gratitude by thanking the incredible people who make up TeamUHN! On behalf of UHN’s leadership, thank you for all you do!

📣 Share your own message of appreciation at: https://uhn.network/SayThanks
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University Health Network @uhn.ca · 17d
It's UHN Week! 💙

Mayor Olivia Chow proclaims Sep 22-26, 2025 as University Health Network Week, recognizing 44,000+ members of TeamUHN who contribute to the health and well-being of Toronto's communities. We are proud and honoured to work together in building A Healthier World!
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