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Bridging the gap between high school and university
… students envision themselves in specific professions and Dr. Donna Goldhawk aims to do just this by introducing … their cover letter and resume to @email by May 15, 2019. Dr. Goldhawk is a Scientist at Lawson Health Research … area of focus. The PEL program was introduced in 2004 by Dr. Jim Koropatnick, Lawson Scientist, and Mr. Rodger Dusky, …
Congratulations to the 2018 President's Awards for Leadership recipients
… Leader Award, Kathy Burrill Leadership in Mission Award, Sandra Letton Quality Award, and the Community Partner of … risen to a leadership challenge. This year’s recipient is Dr. Maya Roth , a psychologist in the Operational Stress … within the field of military and Veteran mental health, Dr. Roth is described by colleagues as a dedicated and …
When connections break down
… right here in London. Moderated by Lawson researcher Dr. Arlene MacDougall, a panel of three expert Lawson … Targeting early markers for Alzheimer’s Disease By Dr. Jennie Wells Time stamp: 5 minutes Dr. Wells is the Chair of the Division of Geriatric Medicine …
How the immune system may play a role in neurodegenerative dementias
… system may play a role in neurodegenerative dementias Dr. Elizabeth Finger is collaborating with Lawson Imaging … dementia but we don’t know what role they’re playing,” says Dr. Elizabeth Finger, a scientist at Lawson Health Research … up damaged cells or is their presence more sinister?” Dr. Finger’s research group aims to identify and understand …
Could the microorganisms in poop treat the deadliest form of skin cancer?
… melanoma patients treated with immunotherapy. Immunotherapy drugs stimulate a person’s immune system to attack and … gut could improve response to immunotherapy,” explains Dr. Jeremy Burton, a Lawson Scientist who specializes in … and improve their response to anti-PD1 immunotherapy drugs. Research participants will be 20 melanoma patients …
Globe-trotting surgeon
… Globe-trotting surgeon Globe-trotting surgeon Dr. Muriel Brackstone is setting out on a globe-trotting, … knowledge. Executive member of Cancer Clinical Trials Group Dr. Brackstone is an associate professor of surgery and … clinical trials group. A renowned clinician and researcher, Dr. Brackstone initiated the Canadian locally advanced …
With knowledge, comes hope
… base the support group at St. Joseph’s where rheumatologist Dr. Janet Pope, Chair/Chief of the Division Head of … that vary in severity and rate of progression,” explains Dr. Pope. “While some people have only mild symptoms, for … with scleroderma their fingers are tight, making even dressing and eating a problem. Pictured above: Dr. Janet …
It's okay to ask for help
… thoughts of suicide, a young woman in the care of Dr. Sandra Northcott was at risk of harming herself. She had been … and was struggling to cope. “We will keep you safe,” Dr. Northcott told her. “I realize that today, you’re not … thoughts of suicide, a young woman in the care of Dr. Sandra Northcott was at risk of harming herself. She had …
How changes in the brain affect walking while talking in older adults
… in older adults with MCI share common changes to the brain. Dr. Manuel Montero-Odasso’s research demonstrates that gait … the more serious decline of dementia. Through their work Dr. Montero-Odasso and his team have found that a high … association was unclear. Using MRI to study the brain To address this research question, Dr. Montero-Odasso partnered …
Top 10 tips for a safe school year for children with food allergies: What your allergist wants you to know
… Top 10 tips for a safe school year for children with food allergies: What your allergist wants you to know Top 10 tips for a safe school year for children with food allergies: What your allergist wants you to know Dr. Samira Jeimy at St. Joseph’s Hospital has important …
An online approach to care
… they often go untreated for a number of reasons,” says Dr. Swati Mehta, Scientist at Lawson Health Research … they often go untreated for a number of reasons,” says Dr. Swati Mehta, Scientist at Lawson Health Research … they often go untreated for a number of reasons,” says Dr. Swati Mehta, Scientist at Lawson Health Research …
London Health Research Day highlights importance of science communication
… Health Research Day (LHRD) provides the opportunity for hundreds of graduate students, trainees, clinical fellows and … rewarding,” said Shelby Oke, a PhD candidate working with Dr. Dan Hardy, Scientist at Lawson and Associate Professor … alongside local science communicators Ramina Adam, Dr. Lorelei Lingard, Dr. David Palma and Dr. Matthew Teeter. …
Major Ronald Miller's story
… that he learned about PTSD research being conducted by Dr. Ruth Lanius, Scientist at Lawson Health Research … PTSD through brain waves Major Miller participated in Dr. Lanius’ neuroimaging research, which uses advanced … individuals and those with different subtypes of PTSD. Dr. Lanius hopes that patterns of brain activity can one day …
A shining light on every site
… recipients (pictured above with the exception of Dr. Mather who was absent) of the Sisters of St. Joseph … to excellence in all its forms. The 2019 recipients are: Dr. Rookaya Mather, ophthalmologist, Ivey Eye Institute, St. … been a total of 174 individual and team recipients – and hundreds of nominations. Individuals and teams are nominated by …
Lifestyle changes during pregnancy may improve outcomes for obese women and their babies
… that it was the amount of time spent simply sitting," says Dr. David Hill, Lawson Scientist and collaborator on this … diabetes risks unwanted effects on the fetus," explains Dr. Hill, also a Professor at the Schulich School of … and long-term disease for both the mother and baby." Dr. Hill’s research focuses on understanding gestational …
Machine learning could predict medication response in patients with complex mood disorders
… mood stabilizers are the gold standard for bipolar I,” says Dr. Elizabeth Osuch, a clinician-scientist at Lawson, … case, that’s the prediction of MDD from bipolar I,” says Dr. Vince Calhoun, President of The Mind Research Network; … in emerging adults with complex mood disorders,” says Dr. Osuch. “It also suggests that we may one day have an …
Food allergies – don’t swallow everything you hear
… For Food Allergy Awareness Month in May, allergist Dr. Samira Jeimy with the Allergy and Immunology Program of … than 2.6 million Canadians, including nearly 500,000 children, are living with food allergies that need to be managed … to prevention, diagnosis and treatment. For example, says Dr. Jeimy, where the advice was to avoid feeding a child …
Preventable pumpkin carving injuries
… followed by three to four months of rehabilitation,” warns Dr. Ruby Grewal a HULC orthopaedic surgeon who specializes … carving injuries: Ensure that you carve in a well lit area Dry your tools, hands and pumpkin often as moisture leads to … knife Always have adult supervision and do not allow children to use knives or sharp utensils Cut away from yourself …