Nicholson Family Advisory Council

02/17/2018

Mind strong!

If you do not believe in yourself, who will?

02/11/2018

Keep that brain in tip top shape with these 9 tips.

Just like your body, your brain needs a daily workout.

02/08/2018

IMT approach breaking new ground within brain cancer research. Potential new hope for brain cancer patients— lead by London Ontario’s neurosurgeon/scientist, Dr. Matthew Hebb.

Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of the Society for Neuro-Oncology 2015.BACKGROUND: There is a critical need for innovative and effective treatment strategies for glioblastoma (GBM). The clinical indications for neuromodulation therapy in the brain are rapidly expanding and this techni...

10/27/2017

A step in the right direction.

On October 23, the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care announced funding for an additional 2,000 beds and spaces across Ontario in the face of a potentially hard-hitting flu season. The funding will support a mix of permanent and surge capacities in a variety of acute, transitional and lon...

10/19/2017

Gord Downie brought tremendous exposure to an area of medical science that is in desperate need of awareness and funding. He was ahead by a century. Gord ❤️

The death of Gord Downie hits close to home for Winnipegger Jared Spier, whose partner, Joanne Schiewe, died from the same brain cancer that took the Tragically Hip frontman.

10/14/2017

Research saves lives.

Last week the Nobel Prizes for 2017 were announced, recognizing incredible advances in science that will impact all our lives for the better. If you were looking for Canadian scientists amongst the teams, you would be disappointed.

10/04/2017

Disease doesn't discriminate and affects us all. Take the test today, it's quick and confidential.

09/22/2017

A great cause. Hope to see you there.

09/08/2017

Part 2, how sugar affects the brain.

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-sugar-affects-the-brain-nicole-avena When you eat something loaded with sugar, your taste buds, your gut and ...

09/08/2017

As nutrition is so critical to brain health and there is so much misinformation pertaining to proper nutrition, here is 1 of 2 very informative short videos about how the foods you eat affect your brain, your decisions and ultimately your standard of living. Enjoy 🍳🍴

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-the-food-you-eat-affects-your-brain-mia-nacamulli When it comes to what you bite, chew and swallow, your choi...

07/20/2017

Philanthropy is not only helpful to the cause that it serves but also to your overall net worth.

Defined goals, a focus on specific institutions and not delaying donations until the year’s end can help make giving more meaningful

05/14/2017

Happy Mother's Day to all the great Mother's!