World Diabetes Day: Know your Risk, Know your Response

World Diabetes Day: Know your Risk, Know your Response

World Diabetes Day is recognized every November 14th- the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin in 1922. World Diabetes Day was created in response to the growing global concern surrounding the increasing health threats posed by diabetes. The World Diabetes Day campaign aims to promote the importance of…
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It’s Diabetes Awareness Month

It’s Diabetes Awareness Month

It’s Diabetes Month. What the Future of Research Looks Like, and the Role of Clinical Trials November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, where we recognize the negative impact of the disease on those affected, and what we can do to mitigate and treat it. Over 11 million people in Canada are…
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Low GI Foods and Your Health

Low GI Foods and Your Health

What is Glycemic Index? Glycemic index (GI) is a measure that grades a food based on how much it raises the blood glucose when consumed. It ranks food and drinks that contain carbohydrates by how much it raises blood sugar levels after it is consumed. Foods are categorised from low,…
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SNI Clinical Trial Services featured in Winnipeg Free Press

SNI Clinical Trial Services featured in Winnipeg Free Press

Our talented and fantastic team was featured in Winnipeg Free Press this morning–including a great photo of our President & CEO Bernie Desgagnés and a brief history of how far he has come leading us towards success. We’re so excited about managing clinical trial services and partnering up with the innovative team…
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Emerging Biomarkers for the Diagnosis of Diabetes

Emerging Biomarkers for the Diagnosis of Diabetes

Diabetes is a disease of global health concern, and its incidence is rising annually. Approximately 3.2 million Canadians are currently living with diabetes, and 550 Canadians are diagnosed with diabetes each day. By targeting additional biomarkers for the diagnosis of diabetes, we may help individuals at higher risk for developing the…
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Participating in Clinical Trials: What is it like?

Participating in Clinical Trials: What is it like?

What are Clinical Trials? Clinical trials are research studies designed to find new or improved ways to prevent, diagnose or treat a health condition or disease (or their symptoms). While some types of research studies can be done in a lab or using an animal model, the term “clinical trials”…
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