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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Meet our Network for Healthy Populations Graduate and Trainee Award recipients. First up, Madison Stringer, from the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, who will be supervised by Dr. Lorraine Lipscombe. healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/nhp-graduate...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Our Evidence-to-Impact Grant supports community-engaged research teams to generate actionable evidence that can inform policies, programs, health services and other population-level approaches to reducing the burden of type 2 diabetes. healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/evidence-imp...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us today for Dr. Ghazal Fazli's seminar. This talk included an explanation of how research teams can co-create and implement health interventions with the community, and why this helps ensure interventions actually meet the needs of the people you hope to support.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

A new publication by our Network members, led by the lab of Dr. Ghazal Fazli, looks at Trends and disparities in diabetes prevalence in Ontario, Canada between 2015-2021. www.canadianjournalofdiabetes.com/article/S149...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

📣 New publication alert! NHP members, led by Dr. @calvin-ke.bsky.social, have a new paper looking at: Trends in the association between diabetes duration and cardiovascular events: a population-based cohort study. Learn more! www.diabetesresearchclinicalpractice.com/article/S016...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

On July 16, Tiffany Bartlett, NHP’s Director of Research Programs, Operations and Partnerships, spoke at the International Congress on Obesity in Mexico City. Her talk, “Healthy Cities Start with Healthy Communities,” highlighted our work to develop equitable approaches to cardiometabolic health.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

For people living with diabetes in Brampton, finding resources to support their diabetes management was anything but straightforward. The NHP Catalyst Grant project between WellFort CHS and Dr. Baiju Shah aimed to change that. healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/news/improvi...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Our final group of the day is just as inspiring! Thank you and congratulations to all who spoke at today's Summer Student Research Day. We are already looking forward to next year.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Congratulations to group three from our Summer Student Research Day, who provided excellent updates on their projects. This is always an inspiring day learning about the many programs aimed at improving health outcomes in Peel Region.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Group two from our Summer Student Research Day has just completed their talks. We are so impressed with the projects these students are supporting, and look forward to seeing how this experience with research will impact their future careers.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Today is our Summer Student Research Day! We're so excited to learn about the projects our talented summer students have been working on over the last few months. The first group of presenters were impressive!

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

New research from our Chair, Dr. Baiju Shah looks at In Utero Exposure to Preexisting or Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Increases Incidence of Diabetes in the Children of First Nations and Non–First Nations Mothers: A Retrospective Cohort Study. diabetesjournals.org/care/article...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Join the Network for Healthy Populations (NHP)! A community linking researchers, community members, and policy leaders to advance equitable, evidence-based solutions for healthier populations. Learn more: www.linkedin.com/company/9568...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

We're still smiling about our Discovery Summit! The event, which brought together more than 200 NHP community members, was an opportunity to celebrate our fifth anniversary while sharing updates on projects and networking with colleagues. healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/news/celebra...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

🌟 New publication alert! Drs. Ghazal Fazli and Gillian Booth have a new paper in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health looking at the association or park size, access and neighbourhood walkability with physical activity and obesity. www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/23...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Our Catalyst Grant Symposia has started! Thanks to our wonderful panelists for their insights on culturally-tailored strategies.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Our Discovery Summit is underway! Thanks to Dr. Mohammed Ali for his excellent keynote presentation on The Evolving Science and Epidemiology of Diabetes: Implications for Prevention. A very impactful way to start our event!

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Joining us for the Discovery Summit? Be sure to check out our detailed program! healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/discovery-su...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Read our latest Catalyst Grant feature on Enhancing Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Among Young Adults in Peel: Mapping and Understanding Access to Physical Activity and Nutritional Supports. healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/news/enhanci...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Meet our Discovery Summit keynote speaker! On day one, Dr. Mohammed Ali from the Emory School of Medicine will present on the Evolving Science and Epidemiology of Diabetes: Implications for Prevention. Register now for the Discovery Summit on June 17-18, 2026! www.eventbrite.com/e/discovery-...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Meet our Discovery Summit keynote speaker! On day one of the Summit, Dr. Laura Rosella will present MOSAIC-T2D: A Precision Participatory and Multi-Level Approach for Understanding and Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Inequities. Join us in June 17 - 18. www.eventbrite.com/e/discovery-...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

A new publication from NHP member Dr. Laura Rosella and team explores how public sector health organizations in Ontario are navigating AI adoption, highlighting what's working and what's holding progress back. smw.ch/index.php/sm...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us yesterday for Type 2 Diabetes Prevention and Remission: From Evidence to Implementation at Scale in England featuring Dr. Jonathan Valabhji. This was an interesting and engaging session on a hot topic in the type 2 diabetes community.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Read our latest Catalyst Grant feature about co-designing a culturally-tailored self-management tool to support older Black adults, who face an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/news/empower...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us today for our presentation from Dr. Baiju Shah! This was a wonderful overview of the current research on workplace health interventions, as well as an update on his current NHP Catalyst Grant project, which involves a workplace health intervention in Peel Region.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

We’re excited to introduce the Community Connections Map, an interactive tool that visualizes partnerships, projects, and initiatives advancing health equity and chronic disease prevention across Peel Region. Learn more! healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/community-co...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

🌟 Join us on April 20 at 12 p.m. for Workin' 9 to Thrive, our Seminar Series featuring NHP's Research Chair, Dr. Baiju Shah. 🌟 This seminar will explore the important role workplaces play in promoting health and well-being among their employees. www.eventbrite.ca/e/network-fo...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

We're accepting applications for the 2026 NHP Graduate and Trainee Awards, which support interdisciplinary research in cardiometabolic health, chronic disease prevention, and health equity. Learn more about the @utm.utoronto.ca Graduate Award: healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/nhp-graduate...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

We're accepting applications for the 2026 NHP Graduate and Trainee Awards, which support interdisciplinary research in cardiometabolic health, chronic disease prevention, and health equity. Learn about the @uoftdlsph.bsky.social Graduate Award: healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/nhp-graduate...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

We're now accepting applications for the 2026 NHP Graduate and Trainee Awards, which support interdisciplinary research in cardiometabolic health, chronic disease prevention, and health equity. 🕝 Deadline: Friday, May 8, 2026! Learn more! healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/nhp-graduate...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

It was very inspiring to hear from our trainees and early-career researchers at our Research-in-Progress Rounds today! Thanks to Ibrahim Ghanem and Dr. Shohinee Sarma for their insightful presentations!

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day! Today we celebrate women's achievement, raise awareness about discrimination, and take action to forge gender parity. These are important values and we are honoured to have so many talented women leading and growing our Network.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Join us on March 9 at 12 p.m. ET for our Research in Progress Rounds. This is an opportunity for our trainees to present their work and receive feedback from our community. Learn more and register to attend. www.eventbrite.ca/e/nhp-resear...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Dr. Leanne De Souza-Kenney's NHP Catalyst Grant project looks at leveraging the education system toward nutrition and food literacy to build health literacy across generations in Peel Region. Learn more! healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/news/catalys...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us today for an engaging and informative talk on diabetes management in long-term care homes by Drs. @lisamccarthy.bsky.social and Iliana Lega. For more information, be sure to check out deprescribing.org!

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Happening tomorrow! Join us on Tuesday, February 17 from 12 - 1 p.m. ET for the Network for Healthy Populations Seminar Series! Drs. Lisa McCarthy and Iliana Lega will present: Resetting the DIAL on diabetes management in long-term care homes. Register now! www.eventbrite.com/e/network-fo...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

The Family & Child Health Initiative from the Institute for Better Health and Ophea have released a community report based on their Catalyst Grant project. This work explored how young people in Peel experience feelings of belonging through physical activity. familyandchildhealth.ca/wp-content/u...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Join us on Tuesday, February 17 from 12 - 1 p.m. ET for the Network for Healthy Populations Seminar Series! Drs. Lisa McCarthy and Iliana Lega will present: Resetting the DIAL on diabetes management in long-term care homes. Register now! www.eventbrite.com/e/network-fo...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Wonderful to see this UofT article on Rayshaun Whyte's work on the Black Canadian Health Research Database! www.utoronto.ca/news/u-t-und... If you missed it, Rayshaun spoke about this project at our recent Seminar Series. The video is available on YouTube! www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQef...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Are you a UofT student interested in participating in our 2026 Summer Research and Training Program? 🌟 Applications are due on January 30th! ☀️ This is an excellent chance to gain research experience and prepare for future career goals. healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/nhp-summer-p...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Thanks to those who joined us today for an excellent session by Dr. Rayzel Shulman from SickKids. She explained the challenges in transition from pediatric to adult diabetes care, and shared information on research programs in Canada. Our own Dr. Ian Zenlea will be leading one of these studies!

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

🌟 New Publication Alert 🌟 Congratulations to NHP's Ibrahim Ghanem, who is a co-author on a new publication in Nature Scientific Reports: Mapping neighbourhood-level drivers of type 2 diabetes for precision public health using predictive and causal machine learning. www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Do you know a @utoronto.ca student interested in participating in our 2026 Summer Research and Training Program? ☀️ 🌟 Applications are due on January 30th! 🌟 healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/nhp-summer-p...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Join us on Monday, January 19, 2026 from 12 - 1 p.m. EDT for our first Seminar Series of 2026. Dr. Rayzel Shulman from The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto will join us to discuss improving the transition to adult diabetes care. www.eventbrite.com/e/network-fo...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Our Summer Research Training Program is an excellent opportunity for @utoronto.ca students to gain research experience, knowledge, and skills to prepare for future career goals. Applications for 2026 open on January 12th. Learn more! healthypopulationsnetwork.utoronto.ca/nhp-summer-p...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

We're sending warm wishes for the season to all our Network members, partners, colleagues, and friends. The past year has been a busy and productive one, and we hope everyone enjoys a restful and joyous holiday season.

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

The Baiju Shah lab is looking for a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Evaluative Clinical Sciences. Learn more and apply! sunnybrook.talcura.com/Cands/Job.as...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Our Novo Nordisk Research Chair in Equitable Care of Diabetes and Related Conditions, Dr. Baiju Shah, was interviewed about the importance of including diverse populations in research. Check out this video podcast from the T2D Network and @kristalamb.bsky.social! www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGIG...

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Novo Nordisk Network for Healthy Populations @nhp-uoft.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

It's the last day of Diabetes Awareness Month, and we're delighted to feature one more Graduate Award Program winner, MaryAnne Panoyan. Mary Anne Panoyan is a PhD Candidate in Anthropology with a specialization in Global Health at the Faculty of Arts and Science!

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