Your September edition of St. Joe's top stories

Features

A Study of Facts to Counter the Fiction about Cannabis

One fifth of youths believe that driving under the influence of cannabis is either less dangerous than alcohol impairment or entirely safe. It’s troubling stats like these that have researchers and public safety officials worried. Driving impairment, roadside testing, and increased potency are just some of the issues that need to be addressed with further research and public awareness, according to Dr. Amlung. >> Read more more cannabis impaired driving here.

Story of Emmaline featured one woman, five characters, and a powerful night of theatre

It was a first for playwright Andrew Lee, being commissioned to create a production. Add to the challenge the complex theme of suicide . Beyond the theme, the parameters Lee had to work within were broad. He knew a story of this nature had to be carefully crafted. >> Read more about this original 60 minute production of emotionally charged theatre, If you know Emmaline.

Foundation

Grateful St. Joe's patient and business leader gives back

On August 7, grateful St. Joe’s patient and local business owner, Mr. John Ribson, announced a $1 million commitment to research at St. Joseph’s. The Urological Oncology Research Centre will be the home of innovative research into bladder, kidney and prostate cancers at St. Joe’s. >  > Read more of how Mr. Ribson’s gift will make an impact.

Have breakfast with Margaret Trudeau

Join us at A Mental Health Morning presented by ArcelorMittal Dofasco on Tuesday, October 2, for a breakfast in support of Mental Health and Addiction services at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. This year’s guest speaker, Margaret Trudeau, will share her personal story of living with bi-polar disorder and will remind others of the importance of nurturing the body, mind and spirit. >> Tickets are on sale now!

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