2019 Media Releases

3D imaging technology could improve outcomes for patients with breast cancer
December 19, 2019

Rates of depression and substance use higher for pregnant teens, study finds
December 18, 2019

London researchers first in world to use new device for feeding tube insertion
December 16, 2019

Partnership with Siemens Healthineers will create a centre of excellence in advanced diagnostic imaging and therapeutics
December 10, 2019

Long-term research studies impact the treatment of type 1 diabetes worldwide
November 28, 2019

Case report describes suspected new type of vaping-related lung injury
November 21, 2019

London ranks in the top 10 for hospital-based research
November 14, 2019

Common muscle relaxant linked to severe confusion in patients with kidney disease
November 9, 2019

Doctors who are tested for colorectal cancer are more likely to screen their patients
November 1, 2019 

Using probiotics to protect honey bees against fatal disease
October 30, 2019

Study gives Ontario men access to advanced prostate cancer imaging
October 30, 2019

Researchers developing photoacoustic hand-held probe for tumour detection during breast conserving surgery
October 29, 2019

Influenza vaccine effective for patients with cancer
October 18, 2019

Empowering youth to face the challenges of life
October 17, 2019

Commonly used drug for Alzheimer’s disease increases risk of hospitalization for muscle breakdown
September 19, 2019

Could microorganisms in poop help treat the deadliest form of skin cancer?
August 16, 2019

Depression is the single largest predictor of substance use during pregnancy
August 8, 2019

Restrictive blood transfusion approach safe for heart surgery patients
July 16, 2019

Scientists find potential way to defuse ‘time bomb’ of cardiology
June 25, 2019

London scientists key players in national dementia strategy
June 17, 2019 

Research aims to improve treatment and support for patients with agitation due to Alzheimer's disease
June 12, 2019

Robotic surgery for throat cancer not superior to radiation therapy, study finds
June 6, 2019

No Fixed Address V2 houses half of those in danger of homelessness
June 4, 2019

Media Advisory: Community Symposium on Health Care and Homelessness
June 3, 2019

New imaging tool for diagnosing heart disease
May 30, 2019

New study aims to treat cognitive impairment in persons living with Multiple Sclerosis
May 27, 2019

Smart Homes for community living
May 23, 2019

Media Advisory: Using smart technology to support people with severe mental illness
May 22, 2019

Young athletes who require ACL reconstruction may benefit from additional procedure
May 21, 2019

Media Advisory: London Health Research Day highlights science communication
April 26, 2019

Researchers verify new method of HIV transmission among injection drug users and effective prevention technique
April 25, 2019

More than half of mothers of children with epilepsy at risk for depression
April 25, 2019

Early intervention programs for mood and anxiety disorders improve patient outcomes and provide access to care in the most appropriate settings
April 17, 2019

Genetic mutation associated with improved outcomes for heavy smokers with head and neck cancer
April 16, 2019

ICU patients with non-brain-related injuries may suffer undetected cognitive dysfunction
April 12, 2019

Lawson to celebrate research making an impact on health care, locally and globally
April 11, 2019

Strong link between air pollution in Southwestern Ontario and adverse birth outcomes, study finds
April 3, 2019

Research leads to new molecular diagnostic tool
March 28, 2019

Lifestyle changes during pregnancy may improve outcomes for obese women and their babies
March 20, 2019

Steroid use during cardiac bypass surgery did not reduce risk of severe kidney injury
March 4, 2019

One-third of young women diagnosed with locally advanced cervical cancer despite screening, study shows
February 27, 2019

Tobacco plants transformed into ‘green bioreactors’ to benefit human health
February 14, 2019

Clinical trial will evaluate new therapy for patients with treatment-resistant depression as a result of bipolar disorder
February 14, 2019

Women more likely to experience poorer outcomes following aortic surgery: new study
February 13, 2019

Exploring mobile software to better support youth mental health
February 7, 2019

Organ donor registration rates in 2016 range from 20 to 46% across the province
February 6, 2019

Media Advisory: Demonstration of Health Technologies Fund (HTF) Project with Lawson Health Research Institute and InputHealth
February 5, 2019

Injection of opioids linked to significant increase in bacterial heart infections
January 28, 2019

Leveraging technology to diagnose psychiatric disorders
January 15, 2019

Women with complications after pelvic mesh implants at increased risk of depression and suicide
January 9, 2019