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New tool to help Multiple Sclerosis patients with mental health challenges
London, Ontario - The use of mindfulness, a type of meditation that focuses on being intensely aware of senses and feelings in the moment, has been shown to have benefits for patients newly diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), according to findings by a hospital research team from Lawson Health
Book Launch: From Therapeutic Relationships to Transitional Care
You are invited to a virtual event to learn more about a new publication from Routledge: From Therapeutic Relationships to Transitional Care: A Theoretical and Practical Roadmap. Hear from a panel of speakers who offer different perspectives on this important work. This publication provides a...
Poverty, Mental Health and Social Inclusion Book Launch
Join Drs. Cheryl Forchuk and Richard Csiernik for a discussion about their new book on poverty, mental health and social inclusion. You're invited to the Poverty & Social Inclusion Virtual Book Launch hosted by Community- University Research Alliance (CURA). On Wednesday, June 2, 2021, they will...
Homelessness Counts: Research Launch Event
The homeless experience varies significantly across Canada, especially within different rural and remote regions of the country. Understanding the number of people experiencing homelessness - and where - is crucial. We need more accurate numbers to ensure the proper supports and services are in...
Methamphetamine Harm Reduction Project Launch Event
Integrating harm reduction strategies into hospital settings for people who use methamphetamine You are invited to attend this virtual launch event for the Methamphetamine Harm Reduction Project, being led by researchers at Parkwood Institute Research, a program of Lawson Health Research Institute...
London Health Research Day 2021 - VIRTUAL
Discover London's health research community by joining learners and researchers virtually at the 2021 London Health Research Day scheduled for May 11. London Health Research Day is an opportunity to learn about research happening in labs and clinics across the city while engaging in scientific...
Smart Homes: Community Model Phase
Virtual event showcasing the findings and implications of Smart Homes: Community Model Phase, a first-of-its-kind research study. In 2019, the Mental Health Nursing Research Alliance (MHNRA) team launched a unique research study that moved into the community to evaluate the use of smart technologies...
2020 Media Releases
Genetic testing could personalize care for patients with Crohn’s disease, particularly women December 17, 2020 Study identifies biomarkers that could be used in a quick, inexpensive COVID-19 blood screening tool October 27, 2020 New study to assess pandemic's impact on Canadian Veterans and their
No Fixed Address: A Collaborative Approach to Preventing Homelessness
A coordinated project that services the unique health and housing needs of those at risk of being discharged from hospital to no fixed address. About this Event Join Lawson, the City of London and community agencies from across the city to learn about the next phases of the No Fixed Address (NFA)...
2020 Lawson Impact Awards Recipients
Scientist of the Year Award Dr. Chris McIntyre Dr. Chis McIntyre is a world expert and leader in the fields of nephrology and applied imaging, with focus on cardiac injury due to dialysis. Cardiac stunning, one of the major causes for the development of cardiorenal syndrome type IV, was discovered
Research Bites: Why it is important to keep moving as we age
Dr. Tim Doherty is a clinician scientist at Lawson’s Parkwood Institute Research with a primary focus on the impact of aging on nerve and muscle function. He will discuss the impact of aging on mobility, why this is important, and how we can improve or prevent loss of mobility in older adults...
Parkwood Institute Research Open House 2020 – VIRTUAL EVENT
Parkwood Institute Research, a program of Lawson Health Research Institute, is hosting its fourth annual Open House showcasing research that is making an impact for patients and their families. The special open house this year will move to a VIRTUAL platform making it even easier to connect to the...
New study testing Sudarshan Kriya Yoga breathing technique for improving mental health resilience
LONDON, ON – Researchers at Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) have launched a study that will compare the efficacy of two innovative programs on improving the mental health and resiliency of frontline healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Frontline healthcare workers regularly
Generation Vape: The new era of lung injury
One in four high school students have tried vaping in the past 30 days. Some believe that it’s a safe alternative to smoking, but is that true? Do we know enough about the risks? Hear the latest from a panel of experts and join the conversation about the health effects of vaping. Presented in...
Lawson Impact Awards 2020
EVENT POSTPONED The 2020 Lawson Impact Awards, scheduled for April 16, are postponed due to the COVID-10 pandemic. We remain committed to recognizing our winners, and alternate plans for recognition are being explored. If you have already purchased tickets, you will receive a refund. Every day...
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
Recent Advances in Clinical Dementia Research
Hear Dr. Michael Borrie, one of the world’s foremost leaders in Dementia research, talk about non-drug approaches to maintain brain health and ongoing research for cognitive impairment. Research Bites is a series presented by Parkwood Institute Research (PIR). These informative and interactive talks...
MINDS Convening
WHAT IS THE CONVENING? Our 2019 Convening is a time to come together, talk about the work of MINDS and learn about Collective Impact in our Community of London Middlesex. Throughout the day we’ll move from big ideas to practical solutions to address the wicked problem of Transitional Aged Youth (TAY...