Recognizing National Indigenous Peoples Day: June 21
An important milestone in celebrating the heritage and diverse cultures of Indigenous peoples in Canada; June 21, 2021, marks the 25th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day. In recognition of this significant day, the Two Row Wampum Flag was risen for the first time at St. Joseph’s Parkwood...
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The steepest slope
Semi-retired Michael Kan went about his typical morning routine on Mar. 29, 2020. As an early riser, his day began with a run, weight-lifting and other high-intensity training exercises. As a natural athlete, runner, skier and outdoor enthusiast, Michael was in impeccable shape when he finished his...
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Sharing our thoughts and prayers
We are shaken and deeply saddened by the targeted Islamophobic attack on June 6. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this disturbing act of violence and their loved ones as we pray for...
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Lending a hand across the globe
It’s been an interesting time in health care. Across the province, COVID-19 care ramped up leaving some clinical areas with lower patient cases as hospitals were directed to focus on safety and pandemic capacity. At St. Joseph’s Hospital, the Roth|McFarlane Hand and Upper Limb Centre (HULC)...
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Roy Butler announced as new President and CEO of St. Joseph’s Health Care London
London, Ontario – The St. Joseph’s Health Care London Board of Directors today announced the appointment of Roy Butler to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 3...
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Who makes up Canada's homeless population?
At a virtual event, a research team led by Lawson Health Research Institute announced details of a new project aimed at better understanding how many people in Canada are homeless and who they are. Developing more accurate sources of data related to homelessness helps ensure the proper supports and...
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Joint Community Letter: National Nursing Week 2021
The profession of nursing is truly a calling, one that is deliberately chosen and aligned to the personal skills, qualities, and abilities of those who choose to answer it. During National Nursing...
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The art of resilience
Works of art are often visual stories unfolding before our eyes. A piece of artwork meticulously created by Annette Janssens, registered nurse (RN) at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care (Mount Hope), hangs proudly on a wall at the facility. The piece is a tribute to the hard work, dedication and...
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Air pollution exposure contributes to childhood asthma, population-based study shows
A research team from Lawson Health Research Institute and Western University, using provincial data from ICES, found that higher air pollution exposure in the first year of life very likely contributed to this higher risk. “It’s known that cities in Southwestern Ontario have varied levels of air...
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Celebrating Doctors’ Day in 2021
On May 1, the Ontario Medical Association and health care organizations across the province will recognize the extraordinary contributions of Ontario doctors by celebrating Doctors’ Day. Let’s celebrate and thank our doctors for their expertise and dedication to patient care. Now, in the second year...
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