Heart & Lung Health
Hospital admissions for COPD have increased, especially in women and younger adults
By Qian Chow | September 12, 2023
New UBC research reveals that hospital admissions for COPD have risen, even while smoking rates and admissions for other health issues have declined.
UBC researchers identify cells that cause initial airway destruction in COPD patients’ lungs
By Qian Chow | August 15, 2023
By understanding the cells involved in small airway loss, the researchers hope to develop more effective treatments and preventative measures for COPD.
Innovative treatment targets blood clots without increased bleeding risk
By Qian Chow | April 26, 2023
Faculty of Medicine researchers have made a promising breakthrough in blood clot prevention and treatment.
Popular keto diet may be linked to higher risk of heart disease, cardiac events
By dcc2012 | March 7, 2023
UBC research suggests the popular weight-loss diet is associated with higher levels of LDL cholesterol.
Bringing women’s heart health to the forefront
By dcc2012 | January 30, 2023
Dr. Tara Sedlak is improving equity in cardiac research – and shares tips for maintaining a healthy heart.
Breastfeeding babies can offset the risk of asthma from antibiotics
By Qian Chow | January 4, 2023
New study shows that breastfeeding can protect infants from the risk of asthma due to antibiotic exposure.
National study suggests it’s time to rethink how we treat atrial fibrillation
By Qian Chow | November 7, 2022
Early intervention with catheter cryoablation can halt disease progression, reduce risk of serious health impacts.
Video games can trigger deadly heart rhythms in at-risk kids
By Qian Chow | October 19, 2022
First-of-its-kind study reveals an uncommon, but distinct pattern among children who lose consciousness while playing video games.
Dr. Michael Kobor to lead new UBC research program in healthy aging
By dcc2012 | March 24, 2022
The Edwin S.H. Leong Healthy Aging Program is aimed at helping people live longer, healthier lives.
New milestone toward universal blood type organs for transplant
By dcc2012 | February 16, 2022
Universal organs could be life-saving for patients on waitlists.