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Western’s 2018 International Week to highlight environment, global health and migration
November 12, 2018
MEDIA ADVISORY WESTERN UNIVERSITY NOVEMBER 12, 2018 Western’s 2018 International Week to highlight environment, global health and migration Western University’s annual International Week kicks off today, with a focus on…
Western University and faculty union reach tentative agreement
November 9, 2018
Western University and its Faculty Association (UWOFA) have reached a tentative agreement which the negotiating teams have jointly agreed to recommend to their respective parties. The tentative deal means there…
Researchers uncover gene that regulates fat accumulation and obesity
November 5, 2018
As obesity continues to be the leading cause of deaths world-wide, researchers are working to understand what role genetics play in a person’s predisposition for obesity. New research is shedding…
Severe breastfeeding pain experienced by new mothers can impact infant health
October 30, 2018
Breastfeeding pain is not often recognized as a problem, but a majority of first-time mothers experience this type of pain, which may lead some to stop breastfeeding altogether. A new…
New clinical protocol after general surgery cuts opioid prescribing in half
October 24, 2018
In recent years deaths from opioid overdoses have become one of the most common injury-related deaths in North America. The continent also has the highest per capita rate of opioid…
New Western Chair in Sport and Social Impact honours Special Olympics pioneer
October 22, 2018
Western University is poised to lead research on the role sport plays in benefiting those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, thanks to a generous $1.5 million donation. The gift,…
$805-million response to Campaign builds ‘Extraordinary’ Western legacy
October 19, 2018
Western University’s Be Extraordinary Campaign, the most ambitious campaign in the university’s history, has raised a record-breaking $805,668,372. This success is thanks to the generosity and collective energies of our…
Western University to celebrate close of Be Extraordinary fundraising campaign
October 18, 2018
Media is invited to an announcement, which celebrates the close of Western University’s Be Extraordinary campaign, on Friday, October 19 at 10 a.m. in Conron Hall, University College. Donors, volunteers,…
Opioids: A Country in Crisis – a panel discussion at Western University
October 18, 2018
More than three people in Ontario died every day as a result of an opioid overdose last year. While Canada continues to face a national opioid crisis, London is far…
Physical activity throughout pregnancy enhances physical and mental health and reduces risk of pregnancy complications
October 18, 2018
Physical activity is a critical component of achieving a healthy pregnancy according to a new evidence-based pregnancy & physical activity guideline, co-led by Western University professor Michelle Mottola and launched…
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