WINNIPEG — Four University of Manitoba research programs are getting funding to improve the lives of patients living with chronic illness. Trade Minister Blaine Pedersen says that studies investigating kidney disease, diabetes, children’s brain development and inflammatory bowel disease will receive a combined $10.1 million in funding. Pedersen said the projects connect researchers, health professionals, patients and policy makers across Canada to improve the health of Canadians living with chronic disease. The university said this latest long-term funding will enhance the school’s success in chronic disease research. (CTV Winnipeg)

Source: National Post September 20, 2017 01:07 UTC