Faculty of Health Sciences - Western University

We are incredibly excited to share this revolutionary project, and the impact it seeks to have on children and families across the globe.

Led by Susan Scollie, audiologist and professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences, the project is a grand collaboration between researchers across Western.

A partnership between the National Centre for Audiology at Western University, Faculty of Engineering - Western University, H.A. Leeper Speech and Hearing Clinic, and Boys Town National Research Hospital in Nebraska, ALLEars was made possible by $4.4-million (USD) grant from the Oberkotter Foundation.

Please join us in celebrating this extraordinary achievement!

Last week, our Centre for Research on Health Equity and Social Inclusion (CRHESI) released London’s Health & Homelessness Whole of Community System Response Research & Evaluation Report.

It’s the first evaluation of its kind, offering an evidence-based look at how a community-wide response is making a difference.

Key findings:
- Highly Supportive Housing is delivering results. Residents are healthier, more stable, and using fewer emergency services.
- 24/7 Hubs are changing lives. Over 100 people supported, with 40+ transitions into housing since 2023.
- Direct service staff are the backbone. Their well-being is essential to system success.
- Preventable deaths among people experiencing homelessness are down 20% between 2022 and 2024.

This report shows progress while underscoring the need for sustained investment, strong workforce support, and cross-sector leadership.

Read the full report: https://london.ca/wholeofcommunityevaluation

From classroom to global stage 🌍🩺

FHS Student Council President Steve Xia represented Western at the International Council of Nurses Congress 2025 in Helsinki, joining 7,000+ attendees from 130 countries under the theme “Nursing Power to Change the World.”

“As an undergraduate student, I had the opportunity to present an abstract, network with international leaders, and expand my perspective on how nurses are shaping health systems worldwide.”

We are thrilled to announce that our esteemed faculty member, Dr. Cheryl Forchuk, has been appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada! Her groundbreaking work in mental health and homelessness has profoundly impacted countless lives.

Your dedication to advocacy and research inspires us all! 🙌

🎉 We’re celebrating a big win for FHS!

Dr. Sophie Phillips, a Post-Doctoral Associate in the Child Health & Physical Activity Lab, has been named Western’s 2025 Postdoctoral Scholar of the Year! 👏💜

Dr. Phillips was selected for her outstanding collaborative research, leadership and mentoring abilities, and commitment to knowledge mobilization and outreach.

Congratulations, Sophie — your work is helping shape a healthier future for families everywhere.

🌈✨ June marks two important celebrations: National Indigenous History Month and the beginning of Pride Season.

It's a time to learn, reflect, and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, as well as the strength, diversity, and resilience of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

At FHS, we’re committed to creating inclusive spaces where all equity-deserving groups feel seen, valued, and engaged. Join us in deepening your understanding and showing your support:

📚 Explore 's Biindigen’s Indigenous History Month Challenge, created by Western’s Indigenous Learning Circle.
🎉 Celebrate Pride by attending events shared on 's page and finding ways to uplift 2SLGBTQIA+ voices in your community.

How will you be celebrating and learning this June?

Join Dr. Laura Misener as she explores how accessibility and inclusion must be central to the legacy of global sporting events, and how mega-sporting event can drive lasting social change.

🎧 Listen here: https://sirc.ca/articles/the-lasting-social-impact-of-mega-sporting-events-creating-accessible-inclusive-legacies/

📣 It’s National Kinesiology Week! 💪🏽🧠 At FHS, kinesiology is more than movement; it’s research, innovation, and impact.

From exploring how exercise supports mental health, to advancing rehabilitation science and performance training, our students, faculty, and researchers are helping shape healthier lives every day.

Whether you're in the lab, the classroom, or the community — thank you for all you do to move the science of human movement forward!

A big congratulations to Amy Horton on her Nursing Now Ontario Award for Nurse Practitioners! 🎉

This prestigious award, presented by WeRPN and Registered Nurses'​ Association of Ontario (RNAO), celebrates her outstanding dedication to improving lives and advancing Ontario's healthcare. So well deserved!