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Toronto Star, Life Feature
Nov. 17, 2000
"Descent into darkness"
A tragic story about a Baycrest patient with Pick’s disease, a degenerative brain disorder that can strike younger adults. Baycrest’s Behavioural Neurology department, which treats some of the most difficult-to-diagnose dementia cases, was profiled and Program Director Dr. Morris Freedman interviewed.
Reuters, UPI, Canadian Press, Discovery Channel, CBC Radio, The Globe & Mail
Mid-October, 2000
"Why do some people respond better to anti-depressants than others?"
Rotman scientist Dr. Helen Mayberg makes headlines around the world after finding an important clue in the brain that may explain why some people respond better to an anti-depressant than others. The discovery is an important step in the development of more effective and faster-acting treatments for depression.
The Toronto Star
October 6, 2000
"Letting go is a fine way to go"
Dr. Michael Gordon, Baycrest's vice president of Medical Services, is interviewed along with other medical professionals, about the possibility that former Prime Minister Pierre Elliot Trudeau died of a broken heart Ð that his physical deterioration was hastened by the tragic death of his youngest son Michel.
CBC Newsworld "Health Matters"
October 4, 2000
Baycrest geriatrician and researcher Dr. Paula Rochon talks with CBC Newsworld about the troubling trend of older women being under-represented in clinical drug trials. Dr. Rochon attracted national headlines for a study she led in August 1998 which uncovered this gender bias.
The National Post
September 20, 2000
"An amnesiac's memory: the contrasts between what he can and cannot do are clues to how we remember"
Neurological study of a motorcycle accident victim, co-authored by Rotman senior scientist Dr. Morris Moscovitch, sheds new light on the function of the brain's hippocampus, an area critical for creating personal memories about our past.
The Toronto Star
September 7, 2000
"Alzheimer's breakthrough made by U of T team"
Baycrest behavioural neurologist Dr. Morris Freedman, who treats patients with Alzheimer's disease, comments on the discovery of a previously unknown protein linked to Alzheimer's, made by researchers at the University of Toronto.
Canadian Press, Global TV First National
August 18, 2000
"Low doses of beta blockers may be better protection against heart attack"
Baycrest geriatrician and researcher Dr. Paula Rochon publishes a study showing that low doses of beta blockers may be more effective in preventing further heart failure in patients who have already suffered a heart attack than high doses of the drugs. Her study appears in The Lancet.
The Globe and Mail and Canadian Press
July 28, 2000
"Psychiatric troubles linked to brain injury"
Baycrest psychiatrist Dr. Robert Van Reekum says traumatic brain injury may cause a number of psychiatric disorders, including major depression and anxiety disorder. His study is published in the Journal of Neuropsychiatry.
The Globe & Mail
June 14, 2000
"Putting life into a home for the aged"
CitySpace architectural columnist Lisa Rochon profiles Baycrest's new Apotex Centre, Jewish Home for the Aged
Toronto Star
June 10, 2000
"Centre offers lessons in housing elderly"
Baycrest's new Apotex Centre, Jewish Home for the Aged is the cover story in the Star's New in Homes Section.
CBC Radio "Ontario Today", May 30, 2000
CBC Radio Metro Morning, May 31, 2000
"Infinite Minds", National Public Radio (U.S.), June 2000
"Amnesia"
Baycrest psychologist Dr. Brian Richards is interviewed about his innovative rehabilitation methods to help adults with amnesia lead as normal a life as possible.
Florida Herald
May 20, 2000
"Scars from the past"
Paula David, a senior social worker and Holocaust resource coordinator at Baycrest, is interviewed about Baycrest's expertise caring for aging survivors.
Canadian Press
Late May 2000
"Two pals of 80 years ..."
Senior social worker Paula David talks about the importance of life-long friendships to one's health and happiness. Baycrest Terrace residents Lilyan Caplan and Frances Levinsky, life-long pals for over 80 years, are profiled.
CARPNews FiftyPlus Magazine
May 2000
"Downsizing: When it comes time to move ..."
Baycrest's Associate Director of Social Work, Sorele Urman, shares her insights about helping older people come to terms with downsizing: moving from their own homes to a smaller residence.
CBC Radio "This Morning", May 9, 2000
Michael Coren Live, May 9, 2000
"Critical Care: Canadian Nurses Speak for Change"
Dr. Mary Ferguson-Pare, Baycrest's Vice President of Nursing, talks about the challenges facing Canadian nurses today. She was among several nurses interviewed in a new book, Critical Care: Canadian Nurses Speak for Change by award winning author Andre Picard.
Maclean's
May 1, 2000
"How We Think"
A cover story on brain research features leading neurologists, including the Rotman Institute's Dr. Helen Mayberg, who is internationally recognized for her work in understanding what is happening in the brain when people are feeling depressed.
CBC at 6
April 5 & 7, 2000
"Seniors and Aggression"
CBC airs two-part series looking at dramatic cases of aggressive and violent seniors in long-term care facilities and retirement homes. Baycrest psychiatrist Dr. David Conn is interviewed about ways to reduce aggression in seniors. Baycrest's new Apotex Centre, Jewish Home for the Aged is cited as an example of a new way of thinking about environment and design and its therapeutic value for residents.
Reuters Health, Canadian Press
March 27 & 29, 2000
"Method predicts memory restoration in head injury patients"
Baycrest's Rotman Research Institute, in partnership with other collaborators, publishes a study in the international journal Neurology that identifies more accurate methods for predicting recovery of memory after a serious head injury. Rotman Director Dr. Donald Stuss is the study's lead author.
CBC at 6
March 1, 2000
"Baycrest cares for aging Holcocaust survivors"
CBC interviewed Baycrest health care professionals Dr. Michael Gordon, social worker Paula David and head nurse Marilyn Rodgers about their world-recognized expertise caring for elderly Holocaust survivors. Many of Baycrest's clients are survivors and the centre has developed sensitivity training for direct care staff.
Toronto Star, Globe & Mail, CBC The National, Discovery.ca, Canadian Press
March 2000
"Rethinking the brain"
Baycrest's Rotman Research Institute attracted major media attention for its international conference on the brain's "frontal lobes", March 20-24. About 800 scientists from 32 countries attended to discuss a fascinating area of the brain that is thought to be responsible for everything from our self awareness to sense of humour, and possibly criminal behaviour.
Toronto Sun
February 6, 2000
"Looming crisis for elderly"
Margaret MacAdam, senior vice-president, is interviewed by the Toronto Sun about the aging population and caregiver stress. Baycrest's new long-term care facility, scheduled to open in March, 2000, is previewed.
National Post
January 25, 2000
"Design of retirement homes hastens ageing process, study finds"
Margaret MacAdam, senior vice-president, comments on a U.S. study that questions whether modern long-term care facilities hasten the ageing process by not encouraging routine physical activity.
Toronto Star
January 13, 2000
"Hospital staff get flu shots"
Dr. Michael Gordon, vice-president of medical services, is interviewed by the Star about the importance of nursing home staff getting their flu shot.