UBC-VCH scientists use a drug to repair a rare birth defect
Using specially formulated eye drops, a team led by Cheryl Gregory-Evans restored vision in mice born with aniridia.
Behind bars, HIV flourishes among drug users
When incarcerated, they are more likely to have higher levels of HIV in their blood — thus increasing the risk of transmission.
A hospital makes room for learning
Ground is broken for dedicated academic space at the University Hospital of Northern B.C.
Asthma’s drain on the workplace
Most of the productivity loss is through “presenteeism” — reporting for work but not doing the job as well as it could be done.
Executive Associate Dean Howard Feldman interviewed at G8 Dementia Summit
The CBC spoke with Dr. Feldman, Professor of Neurology and a member of the Canadian delegation.
Canadian Rx Atlas maps billions in savings — for now
UBC health economists predict the decrease in spending will be short-lived because of expected spending on “niche” drugs.
Biomarker test for “lung attacks” receives development funding
The $7.2 million grant will enable more tailored treatments for people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
A recipe for understanding cancer
Collect data on 30,000 people. Wait 10 years. Track their health. Analyze.
Bruce Wright appointed Regional Associate Dean, Vancouver Island
Recruited from the University of Calgary, Dr. Wright will lead undergraduate and postgraduate medical programs throughout Vancouver Island.
Steven Morgan appointed Director, Centre for Health Services and Policy Research
Dr. Morgan has focused on health care financing, equity and pharmaceutical policy.