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New interpretation technology to be expanded at HHS thanks to RBC Foundation commitment

HAMILTON, ON – Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) is expanding medical interpretation services for its patients and families thanks to a $900,000 commitment from the RBC Foundation. Medical interpretation platforms using on-demand video and audio services are currently being used to support patients and families in all in-patient, emergency, and diagnostic areas within the hospital. This donation will make it possible to expand this technology to over 300 ambulatory (out patient and clinic) services across all sites, as well.

Donor-driven discoveries: How MacKids’ philanthropy powers child health research

Every discovery starts with a question. From how to reduce rates of childhood obesity to how to help kids more fully recover from intensive care, researchers at Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) are tackling some of the most pressing questions in child health. With support from MacKids — and events such as the flagship MacKids Walk &Wheel — a growing community of donors is helping turn bold ideas into life-changing care for children and families in Hamilton and around the world.

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Introducing MacKids: A Fresh Chapter in Supporting Pediatric Care

Why MacKids? MacKids is all about kids. We chose this name to reflect the heart of what we do – bringing people together to support life-changing care for children.

Other Recent News

Mori pictured showing her determination while in hospital

Resilience in the Spotlight: Navigating Chronic Illness

Mori was dogged by a series of stubborn infections that just wouldn't go away, which ultimately resulted in a diagnosis of Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR), a medical condition affecting the bladder and kidneys.

A CPR demonstration at the MCH SiROC Grand Opening June 2023

Advancing Pediatric Care and Diversity

McMaster Children's Hospital Introduces Simulation Centre Funded by the LCBO

CritiCool Blanket in the NICU

Critical Resource Provided by Donors to Save Newborns from Brain Damage

The CritiCool Blanket is a system to assist with the treatment of “therapeutic hypothermia”. This vital treatment is used to help reduce brain damage in newborns, due to a lack of oxygen.

Midwife holding the feet of a baby

McMaster University Medical Centre Opens First Midwifery Care Unit in Canada

McMaster University Medical Centre reached a significant milestone this year opening the first Midwifery Care Unit (MCU) in Canada.

Donor support makes a vital difference for every MacKid!

Read the stories of patients whose lives were touched by donor support.

Compassionate care attends to pediatric patient's holistic needs

From the Baseball Diamond to Surgery

Complex Care for a Complicated Pregnancy

Six-Week-Old Baby Battles COVID-19