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Genetic testing rates for ovarian cancer low across Ontario

London, Ontario – Less than seven per cent of Ontario women with the most common type of ovarian cancer were seen for genetics consultation within two years of diagnosis, despite its high potential for life-saving benefits, a new cohort study has shown. Women at the highest risk of developing high...

London Health Research Day answers emerging questions in human health

London, Ontario – Can implantable technology help deliver targeted therapies for brain cancer? Can exercise during pregnancy for diabetic mothers reduce the instances of congenital heart defects? These questions, along with hundreds more that may have impacts on human health, have been answered by...

Why attend London Health Research Day?

On March 28, London Health Research Day (LHRD) will showcase hundreds of poster and platform presentations from top graduate trainees and postdoctoral scholars from Lawson Health Research Institute and the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. Guest registration is required for the lunchtime...

Lawson researchers win American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons’ Neer Award

The American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons association has awarded a team of London researchers the 2017 Charles S. Neer Award for Clinical Science, one of the most prestigious awards in the areas of shoulder and elbow surgical research in North America. The award recognizes the scientists’...

2016 Media Releases

Groundbreaking discovery has potential to improve therapies for cancer and other diseases December 15, 2016 Researchers testing triple intervention to combat dementia December 6, 2016 Lawson ranks in top ten of Canada’s research hospitals November 10, 2016 Western and Lawson scientists develop game

CAISA Fashion Show 2017 presents ESPIAL

The Canadian Asian International Students’ Association (CAISA) is delighted to present its 19th annual fashion show – ESPIAL, on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at Centennial Hall. With over 19 years of shows, CAISA Fashion Show is the largest student-run charity fashion show in Canada. Each year over a...

“Coast to Coast …a taste of Canada” Charity Dinner

“Coast to Coast …a taste of Canada” Charity Dinner Date and Time: Thursday, April 27, 2017 Cocktails / Food Stations / Silent Auction – 5:00 pm Dinner Service & Program – 7:00 pm Location: London Convention Centre Rembrandt Homes and Bethanys Hope Foundation present “Coast to Coast …a taste of...

Can type 2 diabetes go into remission?

For Wayne Kristoff, the possibility of getting off all medication for his type 2 diabetes was so intriguing he jumped at a chance to participate in an innovative trial in London. The REMIT study aims to induce remission of the condition – an exciting new concept being tested by researchers at Lawson...

CAHO HWS field trip to Lawson

Representatives from the Council of Academic Hospitals of Ontario travelled to London, Ontario on January 20, 2017 for a special tour of Lawson Health Research Institute. Lawson scientists showcased how hospital-based research plays a leading role in making Ontario healthier, wealthier, and smarter...

Hybrid PET/MRI Symposium

On February 12, 2012, the first hybrid PET/MRI in Canada, and fifth in the world, was installed in London, Ontario at St. Joseph's Hospital. In 2016, hybrid PET/MRI started up in Toronto (UHN) and Ottawa (Royal) with new sites committed in Toronto (Sunnybrook), Edmonton, Winnipeg and Vancouver. This...

Drug Therapy Day

This year's Drug Therapy Day sponsored by the Division of Clinical Pharmacology at the University of Western Ontario, will be held on Wednesday June 7, 2017 at the Lamplighter Inn London. This conference has been held annually for the past 38 years. Many physicians and pharmacists from Southwestern...

Inaugural Meeting of the Canadian DOHaD Society

DOHaD CANADA is pleased to announce its first Annual Meeting to be held at Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello, Quebec, on the 14th of February 2017. The program will consist of a number of keynote speakers from the DOHAD community, trainee talks and a DOHAD Canada business meeting. A detailed program...

Canadian National Perinatal Research Meeting

Canadian National Perinatal Research Meeting Dates: Tuesday, February 14 - Friday, February 17, 2017 Location: Montebello, Quebec Program: To view the full event program, please visit the Canadian National Perinatal Research Meeting website. Event Information The primary objectives of the meeting...

Ontario Brain Institute Public Talk: Dementia Beyond Alzheimer's

DEMENTIA BEYOND ALZHEIMER'S Other neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinson's disease and ALS can also lead to dementia and other cognitive impairments. Hear from three London researchers who are re-examining how we speak, think, and move so we can understand, and eventually treat, dementia better...

Donors invest in crucial cancer research technology

A small group of generous individuals donated $200,000 toward cutting-edge technology that’s significantly improved the capabilities of the Translational Ovarian Cancer Research Team at Lawson Health Research Institute. The IncuCyte Zoom is able to analyze the growth of dozens of patient cancer...

Donation seeks to increase cancer research capacity

The Gerald C. Baines Foundation recently announced that it has committed a total of $1.5 million in hopes of inspiring the public in reaching the $3 million needed to expand the capabilities of the Gerald C. Baines Centre for Translational Cancer Research. To reach that goal, the Baines Foundation...

Children's Radiothon

On Thursday, February 9, Children's Health Foundation and their friends at Corus Radio will host Children’s Radiothon. Get ready to hear inspiring stories from brave Foundation Ambassadors and their families as they share their health care journeys live from the Atrium of Children's Hospital at...