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Support our research and education programs

The Endocrinology & Diabetes Unit participates in a number of research studies at the basic science, clinical and applied levels. Our publication list attests to the breadth of our active research interests. As well, we continue to develop and update educational materials for our patients. Funding for these efforts is derived from governmental and institutional grants, from industry support, and from private donations. These funds can be directed to the project area of the donor's choice.

Development of Endocrine Educational Materials

Our unit has developed a number of booklets and handouts for our patients with endocrine conditions. Many of these resources are used extensively across North America.

Development of Diabetes Educational Materials

Our unit has developed a number of booklets and handouts for our patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Many of these resources are used extensively across North America. One recent project is entitled Insulin Dose Adjustment: An Online Education Program for Parents of Children with Diabetes.

Diabetes Basic-Science and Clinical Research

Members of our unit work in close collaboration with scientists from the Child & Family Research Institute. Our areas of focus include: genetics of type 1 diabetes; islet cell biology and transplantation; viral pathogenesis of diabetes; immunology of type 1 diabetes; and clinical diabetes research.

Obesity Basic-Science and Clinical Research

The Chanoine–Alimenti Endowment for Childhood Obesity was established to develop and enhance new research and clinical programs aimed at the prevention and treatment of childhood and adolescent obesity.

All cheques should me made out to the BC Children's Hospital Foundation. Please note on the cheque the specific cause or program for which you are making a donation. If you have further questions about contributing to the research and educational efforts that are being conducted by our division, please contact:

Ms. Janice Williams
British Columbia's Children's Hospital Foundation
938 West 28th Avenue

Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H4 Canada
Phone: 604-875-2677
Fax: 604-875-2596

E-mail: jwilliams@bcchf.ca
Web: www.bcchf.ca

We thank you for your interest in our research and educational activities!

Page Last Updated: 21 November 2008