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CHEO research shows how AI could reduce emergency department visits for mental health care
Posted on Wednesday, February 04, 2026 09:05 AM
Feb. 4, 2026, Ottawa, ON - CHEO researchers have developed a promising new way to improve mental health care by using artificial intelligence (AI) and electronic health records to better predict which young people are most at risk of returning to the CHEO emergency department (ED) for mental health concerns.
When a child or youth comes to the ED for mental health care, nearly half will return to the ED within six months. These return visits signal ongoing challenges and unmet needs. Reducing...
Extended bus service to CHEO starting Dec. 21
Posted on Friday, December 19, 2025 09:37 AM
Dec. 19, 2025, Ottawa, ON– CHEO, in collaboration with OC Transpo, is pleased to announce extended bus service toand from the hospital campus on Smyth Road.
Starting Dec. 21, as part of OC Transpo’s winter service adjustments, Route 45 will run until 8:30 p.m. with stops every 15 minutes during the evening hours. The route is an important connector running between CHEO and Hurdman Station, ensuring convenient access for everyone who requires public transportation.
These changes provide more flexibility for those...
CHEO welcomes new strategic leaders to board of directors
Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2025 09:00 AM
Dec. 9, 2025, Ottawa ON – CHEO is thrilled to welcomenew seasoned, strategic leaders to its board of directors:Leah Anderson,Anil Arora,Bonnie Butlin, and Steven Hogue. Board members are appointed for a three-year term.
“Our new directors bring diverse experience to support CHEO’s position as a global leader in pediatric health and research,” said Jim Armour, Chair of the CHEO Board of Directors. “Their skill sets will provide sound advice as CHEO continues to transform the way care is delivered in this region...
CHEO sees concerning rise in flu cases and hospitalizations
Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2025 08:58 AM
Dec. 3, 2025, Ottawa, ON– A concerning rise in flu cases at CHEO has led to a significant increase inthe number of children coming to the Emergency Departmentsince the start of cold and flu season,with many children needing hospitalization with the flu.
In November, CHEO saw eight times more children test positive for influenza compared to the same month last year anddouble the number of children who needed to be hospitalized with the flu.
According to CHEO and Ottawa Public Health, the peak of flu season isn’t expected until late
National Arts Centre and CHEO partner to share the healing power of music for the holiday season
Posted on Tuesday, December 02, 2025 01:00 PM
Dec.2, 2025, Ottawa, Ont. – Today, a quartet of musicians from the National Arts Centre Orchestra (NACO)bring the majestic sounds of Canada’s stage directly to the children, youth, families, and dedicated staff at CHEO.
This exclusive performance launchesan artisticpartnership between CHEO and the NAC designed to integrate music andthe performing arts into the healing journey of children and youth.
As part of this exciting collaboration—rooted in the therapeutic benefits of the arts —the NAC will present four curated...