Link found between cannabis use and reduced use of crack cocaine
UBC scientists observed reductions in the frequency of crack use following periods in which people reported using cannabis.
UBC scientists find new subtypes of ovarian cancer, with new potential treatment strategies
The research, led by Associate Professor Sohrab Shah, was published in Nature Genetics.
Researchers uncover potential risks of common MS treatment
The study found an increased risk of events such as stroke, migraine and depression among people taking beta interferons.
Mutations could provide new basis for diagnosing and treating endometriosis
Researchers at UBC and the Johns Hopkins University found non-hereditary genetic mutations that could differentiate variations of the disease.
Fetal reduction in multi-fetal pregnancies associated with better birth outcomes
UBC researchers found lower rates of pre-term births among pregnancies that involved reduction from triplets to twins or twins to singletons.
Julio Montaner wins Killam Prize in health sciences
The national award from the Canada Council for the Arts will be presented to him at Ottawa’s Rideau Hall.
Three faculty members receive the 2017 UBC Medical Alumni Association awards
Three faculty members have received the 2017 UBC Medical Alumni Association awards. The awards recognize members of the medical community for their outstanding accomplishments and commitment to the medical profession. The three individuals from the Faculty to receive 2017 MAA awards include: Wallace Wilson Leadership Award Awarded annually to a graduate of the UBC Faculty […]
Proactive molecular-based classification tools to improve endometrial cancer management
The Faculty of Medicine Summer Student Research Program allows students to gain valuable research experience to help them prepare for successful careers in the field of health care. In the United States, 60,000 women are diagnosed with endometrial cancer each year and 11,000 will die from their disease. Most patients can be treated by surgery […]
UBC study confirms that two doses of HPV vaccine provide long-lasting protection
Published in JAMA, it was the longest examination of the vaccine’s most widely-used version.
Tool launched to help parents allow ‘risky play’
Mariana Brussoni and colleagues launched an online tool to help parents change their approach to outdoor play.