New device identifies high-quality blood donors
Researchers tested stored red blood cells from eight different donors using a custom-made microfluidics device.
Light therapy holds promise for people with bipolar disorder
Dr. Raymond Lam explains the growing body of research in this area.
Dr. Nadine Caron named founding First Nations Health Authority Chair in Cancer and Wellness at UBC
New UBC chair seeks to improve cancer outcomes and wellness among Indigenous peoples.
One in two homeless people may have experienced a head injury in their lifetime
Almost one in four may have experienced a head injury that is moderate or severe.
New book offers candid look at life after prison for women
UBC faculty of medicine’s Ruth Elwood Martin and former inmate Mo Korchinski are co-editors of the new book.
Daily cannabis use lowers odds of using illicit opioids among people who have chronic pain
Findings from a new study suggest people are replacing opioids with cannabis to manage their pain.
Drug discount cards could actually cost patients more
New research reveals brand-name drug discount cards are leading to higher health care spending in Canada — increased costs that are passed on to patients.
Cannabis could help alleviate depression and suicidality among people with PTSD
New research suggests cannabis may be helping Canadians cope with the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder.
Birth control options out of reach for many low-income women
Many young women face high risk of unintended pregnancy due to the high cost of contraceptive methods.
Vaginal tearing: why are episiotomies down despite some benefits?
A new study suggests that when it comes to births assisted by forceps or vacuum, the declining rate of episiotomies in Canada warrants a closer look.