Expert Alert - Trick or Treat! Making Halloween a Treat for Everyone
Canadian Institutes of Health Research experts discuss chilling health research
Attention: Assignment editors, health, research and science reporters
| For immediate release - | 2010-24 |
Ottawa (October 28, 2010) – Halloween is a fun time for children and many adults with the enjoyment of various traditions. From choosing the perfect costume to collecting as many treats as possible, this spooky holiday is intended for all to enjoy. In order for a fun-filled celebration, there are many factors to consider for a safe and healthy Halloween.
This Halloween, CIHR-funded researchers are available to discuss different subjects related to the most frightening day of the year.
Experts:
Ensuring street safety for kids at Halloween
Dr. Alison Macpherson (Toronto, Ontario)
How to avoid asthma and allergies when trick or treating
Dr. Christine McCusker (Montreal, Quebec)
Halloween treats for children! Tips to prevent obesity, diabetes and cavities
Dr. Michael Kramer, Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Human Development, Child and Youth Health (Montreal, Quebec)
How spooky skeletons maintain strong bones: using the season's skeletons to educate kids on the importance of healthy bones
Dr. Jane Aubin, Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis (Toronto, Ontario)
Tax on junk food: Over-indulging may become costly not only for your health!
Mr. Timothy A. Caulfield (Edmonton, Alberta)
Dr. Nola Ries (Edmonton, Alberta)
How to make Halloween a treat without all the junk food: Fun and healthy ways to celebrate
Dr. Katherine Gray-Donald (Montreal, Quebec)
Dr. Jean-Pierre Chanoine (Vancouver, British Columbia)
Can some indulge in more treats than others? Significant differences in body fat and lean mass among ethnic groups
Dr. Scott Lear (Vancouver, British Columbia)
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For the past 10 years, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has supported better health and healthcare for Canadians. As the Government of Canada's health research investment agency, CIHR enables the creation of evidence-based knowledge and its transformation into improved treatments, prevention and diagnoses, new products and services, and a stronger, patient-oriented healthcare system. Composed of 13 internationally-recognized institutes, CIHR supports more than 13,600 health researchers and trainees across Canada.
To schedule an interview, please contact:
David Coulombe
CIHR Media Specialist
613-941-4563
mediarelations@cihr-irsc.gc.ca