After many years of success, EvidenceNetwork.ca is no longer in operation. We would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the organization over the past decade including our dedicated researchers, newspaper editors, readers and funders. However, now it is time to move onto new ways of looking at knowledge mobilization and policy. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Shannon Sampert at s.sampert@uwinnipeg.ca.
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Seeing Red on World AIDS Day

By Suzanne Hindmarch and Michael Orsini Comments Off on Seeing Red on World AIDS Day , , , , , , , , ,

On World AIDS Day, we are seeing red. The red ribbon has long been a potent symbol of HIV/AIDS activism, signifying anger at the bureaucratic red tape that, in the 1980s, delayed release of life-saving treatments to people living with HIV/AIDS. Treatment access and effectiveness have since improved for some living with HIV/AIDS (at least […]

How one Manitoban began his journey into AIDS research

By Shannon Sampert Comments Off on How one Manitoban began his journey into AIDS research , , , , , , , , , , ,

It was surreal, really. About 30 women gathered for a Thursday luncheon at the Manitoba Club, enjoying a chicken caesar salad while their guest speaker held the floor with a PowerPoint presentation to underscore his main points. Suddenly, the screen was filled with a photo of male genitals covered in ulcers, or “chancroids,” the more […]

How a made-in-BC strategy could bring an end to AIDS in Canada

By Julio Montaner and Ryan Meili Comments Off on How a made-in-BC strategy could bring an end to AIDS in Canada , , , , , ,

Canadians are rightly proud of the universal coverage provided by our national health care system. Sadly, there are gaps in access with very grave consequences. In regions across the country, care and treatment is failing to reach those living with HIV.