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April 14, 2025

LifeLabs Illuminates the Path to Diagnosis on the 40th Anniversary of National Medical Laboratory Week

LifeLabs is proud to recognize the 40th anniversary of National Medical Laboratory Week (NMLW), recognizing the essential role of medical laboratory professionals in providing accurate and timely diagnostic insights that guide patient care.

This year’s theme, “Illuminating the Path to Diagnosis,” highlights the expertise and dedication of medical laboratory professionals in delivering critical test results that help Canadians make informed health decisions.

“Every day, medical laboratory professionals bring expertise and precision to their work, playing an essential role in diagnosing and treating customers and patients,” said Charles Brown, President and CEO of LifeLabs. “This year’s theme, Illuminating the Path to Diagnosis, is a powerful reflection of how our teams help guide health care providers and patients with accurate and timely results – one life at a time, and we are proud to recognize their impact.”

From collecting and analyzing samples to delivering precise test results, LifeLabs employees illuminate the path to diagnosis by providing clarity and certainty in moments that matter. Their expertise and commitment ensure that millions of Canadians each year receive the critical information they need to move forward in their health journey. Whether working directly with patients or behind the scenes, LifeLabs teams play an essential role in guiding health care providers and patients toward accurate diagnoses and informed decisions.

About LifeLabs

LifeLabs is  Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are a committed innovator in supporting Canadians to live healthier lives, operating Canada’s first commercial genetics lab, and the country’s largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. LifeLabs has been named one of  Canada’s Best Employers (2021, 2022 and 2023) and Best Employers for Diversity (2022, 2023 and 2024) by Forbes, named by BrandSpark as the Most Trusted Brand in medical diagnostic services voted by Canadians (2023 and 2024) and recognized for having an award-winning Mental Health Program from Benefits Canada. Learn more at lifelabs.com.

Media Contact: LifeLabs Media Team | Media@LifeLabs.com



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