Faculty of medicine projects supported through SSHRC funding programs
A total of 58 new projects led by UBC researchers received $13 million through the programs.
New global air pollution and health impact study the most comprehensive ever
The study estimates the contribution of major sources of air pollution for 204 countries
UBC chair will advance rural health education and research in B.C.
Dr. John Pawlovich appointed the next Rural Doctors’ UBC Chair in Rural Health
Faculty of Medicine researchers receive funding to develop therapeutic approach for inflammatory and immune-mediated diseases
Drs. Jayachandran Kizhakkedathu, Caigan Du and Christopher Nguan received funding from the New Frontiers in Research Fund 2020 Exploration competition.
In pursuit of equity and access to healthcare in rural, remote and Indigenous communities
Dr. Pawlovich discusses his aspirations for expanding equity and access to healthcare for British Columbians living in rural and remote areas by leveraging technology in new ways, enhancing support for healthcare providers, and creating new opportunities for medical trainees to learn and experience life and professional practice in these communities.
Pandemic underlines need to address physician burnout, study finds
Two out of three Vancouver physicians surveyed faced burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UBC, BCCSU partner with Shoppers Drug Mart to improve addiction treatment and care
Shoppers Drug Mart is supporting pharmacist training and education led by the BC Centre on Substance Use (BCCSU) to improve addiction treatment and care for all Canadians.
Health care sustainability project awarded $6 million grant for national network
The partnership includes UBC’s Planetary Health Care Lab led by Dr. Andrea MacNeill.
Researchers create new software to prevent adverse drug events
The software is now being implemented in nine Lower Mainland hospitals, with more sites to come.
Health of Canadians with disabilities suffering during the pandemic
Nearly 30 per cent of those polled are hesitant to get vaccinated.