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National study on the social and economic costs of eating disorders a “vast underestimate"

Experts calling for national surveillance strategy on eating disorders in Canada

Ottawa, Canada (April 30, 2024) – A new pan-Canadian analysis on the cost of eating disorders in children and youth before and during the COVID-19 pandemic shows a sharp increase, with a price tag that is estimated to be only the tip of the iceberg, raising calls for better surveillance of the growing issue across Canada.

Led by the CHEO Research Institute in collaboration with healthcare and academic partners across...

CHEO Statement regarding School Bus Collision

This statement will be updated as additional details are available 

Update: Wednesday April 24, 2024

The collision between a school bus and transport truck in Russell, Ontario saw five children seen in the CHEO Emergency Department and released, one child admitted with injuries.

Monday April 22, 2024 – 7:05pm

At 7:05 p.m. the Code Orange was discontinued at CHEO.

The three children who were brought to CHEO by paramedics following a motor vehicle collision involving a school bus in Russell, Ontario,...

Coming to CHEO on April 8? Here’s what to expect

April 5, 2024 - Ottawa ON – With Monday’s solar eclipse affecting some local businesses and schools, here is what to expect if children, youth and their families/caregivers are planning to come to CHEO:  

• Scheduled appointments: At CHEO, appointments and care will continue as scheduled on April 8. Please plan accordingly, especially if your appointment is during the same period. 

• Inpatients: For those who are hospitalized or staying at the hospital, we will be closing blinds in rooms and areas that...

New program in eastern Ontario addresses wait times, brings surgeries closer to home

April 4, 2024 - Ottawa, ON – A new regional pediatric surgical program has been launched to address the wait-list for surgeries for children and youth in eastern Ontario and bring care closer to families across the region. The initiative, led by the Kids Come First health teamand supported by historic funding from the Ontario government last year, brings the CHEO day surgery program to two sites: Brockville General Hospital and Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital.

“Additional sites give surgeons more space to...

Coming to CHEO during the solar eclipse: safety tips for families

On April 8, a solar eclipse will cross North America, including Ottawa. Plan ahead and take safety precautions if you plan to watch this exciting phenomenon.

What is a solar eclipse?

A solar eclipse is when the moon blocks any part of the sun from our view. During a solar eclipse, the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, casting a shadow on our planet and causing the sun to appear partially or entirely covered.

The eclipse we’ll see in Ottawa on April 8 is unique because it will be visible...