Uncontrolled asthma could cost U.S. economy more than $963 billion in the next 20 years
New study co-authored by Mark FitzGerald estimates the medical costs of uncontrolled asthma combined with productivity losses due to sick days.
Music students perform better in school than non-musical peers
High school students who take music courses score significantly better on math, science and English exams than their non-musical peers, according to new UBC research.
UBC study holds promise for novel and safe treatment for Type 2 diabetes
Reducing a protein in the fat cells of mice not only prevents onset of Type 2 diabetes but also appears to reverse the disease.
Low THC levels not linked to increased risk of car crashes
New research led by Jeffrey Brubacher suggests that THC levels less than 5 ng/mL do not lead to increased risk of car crashes.
Mothers of colour experience high rates of mistreatment by providers during childbirth in the U.S.
The study is the largest looking at mistreatment during childbirth.
Scientists edge closer to root causes of multiple sclerosis
Researchers led by Carles Vilariño-Güell found mutations in 12 genes believed to be largely responsible for the onset of MS.
Jeannie Shoveller becomes 1st woman chairperson in the history of the CIHR
Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor made the announcement on June 5, 2019.
Home exercise program reduces rate of falls for at-risk seniors
At-home exercise program reduced falls in high-risk seniors by 36%, according to research led by Teresa Liu-Ambrose.
Alternative income assistance payment schedules could reduce drug use and related harm
Study led by Lindsay Richardson examined whether varying the timing and frequency of income assistance payments can mitigate drug-related harms.
Steroids can reduce lung cancer risk in COPD patients
New UBC study co-authored by Don Sin evaluated 10 years’ worth of medical and pharmacy data.