Dr Helen Dimaras, PhD

Scientist @SickKidsNews | Associate Prof @UofT | #eyecancer | #genetics |#patientengagement @rb_research | #globalhealth | Views my own; RT not endorsement.

[6ixBuzzTV @6ixbuzztv]

8-year-old Logan Dorna, who lost his eye to cancer, got a custom prosthetic “lucky eye” with the Toronto Blue Jay’s logo on it.

He watched them win the American League last night!

[Research at Canadian Cancer Society @CCSResearch]

We’re excited to announce the recipients of the @cancersociety #HealthEquity Research Grants! This funding program supports research teams working to create a more accessible and inclusive #cancer care system in Canada.

Thanks to our donors, we’re investing $5.5 million to support 14 #research projects co-created by researchers and people affected by cancer and structural marginalization. The teams will work to understand and address the deeper issues that contribute to health disparities in Canada.

Congratulations to everyone! Thank you to our donors and reviewers who have made these grants possible.

Read more: https://t.co/tfA9942BXn

[Daphne Tolis @daphnetoli]

A 5.3 magnitude #earthquake struck in the area between #Santorini and #Amorgos at 22:16 local time on Monday night, according to the Geodynamic Institute.

[Prof Peter Hotez MD PhD DSc(hon) @PeterHotez]

The Deadly Rise of Anti-science: A Scientist’s Warning is now available in paperback. Many thanks to ⁦@JHUPress⁩ ⁦@JohnsHopkins⁩ for sending copies

[CRRAB @rb_research]

Today, we stand in solidarity with the millions of people worldwide living with a rare disease. Together, we can raise awareness, inspire change, and create a more inclusive world.
Learn more about Rare Disease Day and how you can make a difference! 💙💚💗

[SickKids Global Child Health @SickKidsGlobal]

📣ICYMI - While cancer genetics research has advanced globally, Africa remains largely overlooked. A pioneering 🆕 study led by @SickKidsGlobal's Dr. Helen Dimaras & Dr. Lucy Njambi @uonbi is changing this by analyzing the genes of children in Kenya with retinoblastoma, an inherited childhood cancer. Read: https://t.co/Oi4YEi8SZR #SKResearch #Retinoblastoma #ChildhoodCancerResearch #GeneticsResearch

[SickKids Global Child Health @SickKidsGlobal]

While cancer genetics research has advanced globally, Africa remains largely overlooked. A pioneering 🆕 study led by @SickKidsGlobal’s Dr. Helen Dimaras & Dr. Lucy Njambi @uonbi is changing this by analyzing the genes of children in Kenya with retinoblastoma, an inherited #childhoodcancer. Read more: https://t.co/Oi4YEi8laj #SKResearch #Retinoblastoma #ChildhoodCancerResearch #GeneticsResearch

[Dr Helen Dimaras, PhD @HDimaras]

Excited to share our new paper in @NatureGenet about retinoblastoma genetics in Kenya: https://t.co/vIwttkI34Y

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

The health system’s capacity in #Lebanon is deteriorating. @WHO’s medical supplies cannot be delivered due to the almost complete closure of Beirut’s airport.

WHO calls on urgent facilitation of flights to deliver health supplies to Lebanon. Lives depend on it!

[CHECT UK @ChectUK]

A mum from County Caven is urging other parents to look out for the tell-tale signs of eye cancer this Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, after her five-year-old daughter Rachel was diagnosed with retinoblastoma: https://t.co/6vIi7lWm4L

[OSSU Tweets @OSSUtweets]

#patientpartners want to attend the @PiPER_UHN Research Day for FREE? Fill out the application here https://t.co/UrEJMl4k3G or see post with more information. #patientorientedresearch #livedexperience #patientexperience #neurodiversity #inclusion

[Alène Toulany @DrAleneToulany]

We teamed up with 10+ youth advisors (also co-authors!) to explore barriers & best practices for #YouthEngagement in health research. Together, we share real strategies for meaningful collaboration. @KBailey_MD @brookeallemang

Read here: https://t.co/5xJIGY0VSe

[POGO @POGO4kids]

(1/2) September is #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth (CCAM) -- a time to raise awareness and express support for children and youth with cancer, survivors of childhood cancer, and their families and healthcare teams.

[Dr Helen Dimaras, PhD @HDimaras]

Great resource for people affected by #retinoblastoma - check it out!

[CHECT UK @ChectUK]

For some people, Rb can have a lifelong impact. We offer support to our members throughout their lives and we can help with any Rb-related concerns you may https://t.co/p0if2ZoYQo can find information for adults on our resources page: https://t.co/1l7oy6JxAH

[AJ+ @ajplus]

This 4-year-old in Gaza has cancer in his eye. And Israel is blocking him from getting the treatment he needs.

[SickKids Global Child Health @SickKidsGlobal]

Faiz Ramji from @WesternU is working with Dr. Helen Dimaras to test a new recruitment strategy for a study on patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). The project aims to attract a large, diverse group of patients with different eye conditions to help validate a new PROM.

[The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) @SickKidsNews]

If you've spent time at SickKids as a patient, family or caregiver, we want to hear from you!

Help inform SickKids' priorities and areas of focus in this 10-min survey👉 https://t.co/AbLqUKbMrk

Thanks for your help in shaping the future of child and youth health!

[Andrew Boozary MD @drandrewb]

Just leaving clinic — lots of Covid +++ out there. Pls take care of yourselves.

[Caitlin Hafferty @CaitlinHafferty]

Do #digital tools & methods impact the quality, effectiveness, and inclusivity of #engagement?

Our new paper finds that existing frameworks & guidelines need adjusting for digital contexts, w/ recommendations for improving engagement research & practice: https://t.co/qsCHxZbkZ6

[SickKids Global Child Health @SickKidsGlobal]

🗓️Today is last day to apply to @SickKidsGlobal & @SickKidsCancer's 🆕 Global Oncology Fellowship! This unique training program aims to help improve #childhoodcancer outcomes in low- & middle-income countries. Learn more: https://t.co/zOSUr05S77 @SickKidsNews