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The good fight
… image of a patient's breasts. “I get to work with amazing patients,” says Dr. Knowles, who has been at the helm of the … room.” This technology is particularly important for patients who have dense breasts. This type of breast tissue … have access to this advanced technology so we can support patients through a challenging time. So, thank you to the …
Listening to what matters most
… to what matters most At St. Joseph’s Health Care London, patients and their loved ones became teachers for Western … shared their health care journeys. Care partners are patients or loved ones of patients who have received care at St. Joseph’s. The Care … to what matters most At St. Joseph’s Health Care London, patients and their loved ones became teachers for Western …
Urology: Prostate Diagnostic Assessment Program (PDAP)
… (PDAP) at St. Joseph's Hospital streamlines testing for patients suspected of having prostate cancer. A nurse … care plan. Diagnostic Assessment Programs help to ensure patients receive timely and coordinated access to high … The prostate DAP Program streamlines diagnostic testing for patients suspected of having prostate cancer and if needed, …
MEDIA RELEASE: How innovation can change a life
… And on a larger scale, the data we gather from treating patients like Paul is helping us improve and develop new models of care that will benefit future patients from various patient populations such those who … and appropriate use of rehab technology means that our patients receive the best care possible, when they need it. …
Influenza (flu)
… duty to do no harm and our responsibility to protect our patients, co-workers, family and community from the spread … reduce the spread of influenza and protect vulnerable patients by: Not visiting if feeling unwell Getting the flu … Manual , APHA, 2008; CDC Influenza website , 2016. /patients-and-visitors/visiting-information/influenza-flu …
Groundbreaking Alzheimer’s and cancer studies receive $7.2M boost
… and clinical practice, we hope to ease the burden on patients and their families, offering more effective and … area of research.” In the initial phase of the studies, 100 patients will be recruited from St. Joseph’s Aging Brain and … at Parkwood Institute for the Alzheimer’s study; while 90 patients will be recruited from London Health Sciences …
London researchers discover novel method to diagnose long COVID
… at Lawson Health Research Institute have found that patients with post-COVID-19 condition (long COVID) have … Lawson Scientist “It’s estimated that 30 to 40 per cent of patients with COVID-19 will develop long COVID,” says Dr. … were those with presumed long COVID, hospital inpatients with acute COVID-19 infection and healthy control …
Something smells good at Parkwood Institute
… Cookin’, a hands-on program that is helping mental health inpatients learn practical cooking skills while also … Health Unit and adopted by St. Joseph’s. Mental health inpatients work their way through lessons on food safety, … Mental Health Care. “Cooking with fresh ingredients helps patients build confidence, feel more independent and connect …
Inpatient Diabetes Education
… : 519 661-1600 Fax: 519 661-1634 Reasons for referral Patients with newly diagnosed type 1 or type 2 diabetes: … initiation, prevention and treatment of hypoglycemia Patients with established diabetes: Assist with acute care … Orchestrating survival skill teaching by staff nurses for inpatients as indicated: e.g., diabetes binder on each unit …
Mental Health Care: Teaching and Research
… learning experiences in our various areas of care serving patients with complex and chronic diseases, acute care, … their discoveries, Lawson researchers make a difference in patients' lives every day. … learning experiences in our various areas of care serving patients with complex and chronic diseases, acute care, …
London Hospitals introduce respiratory season Masking Guidelines
… with a goal of ensuring staff, physicians, volunteers, patients, caregivers, visitors and our community remain … everyone in our care, especially our most vulnerable patients. Our updated masking guidelines, along with a … Joseph's Health Care London. “The health and safety of our patients, residents, staff and community remains our top …
Celebrating Better Speech and Hearing Month
… challenges for many health care professionals – and patients – across Canada, including speech-language … a way to continue vital rehabilitation therapy for some patients and health care disciplines. Within St. Joseph’s … care – has been instrumental in continuing care for some patients during this unprecedented time. Read Robert …
Keeping it safe
… behind their mask, ready to do everything they can to keep patients, staff and physicians safe from the spiraling … of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020 - involves screening patients, visitors, staff and physicians for coronavirus … virus coming into our organization or transmission between patients, residents, staff and physicians would have been …
Endocarditis exacts heavy toll for marginalized people: study
… care,” Silverman says. Without that support, he says, these patients experience opiate-withdrawal symptoms which often … about a month. In about 20 per cent of cases, discharged patients had subsequent endocarditis infections and multiple … years after admission to hospital. Fifty-six per cent of patients were persons who injected drugs (PWIDs). Their …
Stroke Rehabilitation Team honoured for advancing aphasia care
… satisfaction, creating a more inclusive environment for patients with aphasia. “We are deeply honored to receive … Rehabilitation Program at Parkwood Institute. “Many of our patients are adapting to life with aphasia after a stroke. … our commitment to fostering a supportive environment where patients with aphasia feel heard and valued,” said Niki …
The lasting touch of kindness
… gift to me has shaped how I strive to practice with my own patients and how I see so many of St. Joseph’s staff shining … on their faces with a simple gesture,” explained Corinne of patients she says battle everyday with an illness many don’t … on behalf of everybody. We all take really good care of patients and we don’t do anything alone. So I haven’t done …
A Passion for Our Past
… St. Joseph’s physicians, scientists and nurses to put their patients first. Among the items hinting at bygone times is a … Staff from 1956 to 1959 and continued teaching and seeing patients until his retirement in 1973. A lecture room was … also features a set of postcards and notes from former patients and residents of St. Joseph’s Hospital from the …
On-Site Stores Local Vendor Program: Application Form
… shopping experience at all 5 main care sites for visitors, patients, residents and staff. Items such as clothing, … shopping experience at all 5 main care sites for visitors, patients, residents and staff. Items such as clothing, … shopping experience at all 5 main care sites for visitors, patients, residents and staff. Items such as clothing, …
The gift of empathy
… Health Association bring holiday cheer to mental health inpatients at Parkwood Institute. For more than a decade, a … packages are laced with compassion and act as a reminder to patients that they are part of a community that cares.” As … of Hope video was also created and is being enjoyed by inpatients across Parkwood Institute’s mental health care …