Charting a new course for MS treatment
Research from the UBC Faculty of Medicine could stop the disease in its tracks — and even reverse its devastating effects.
Breastfeeding babies can offset the risk of asthma from antibiotics
New study shows that breastfeeding can protect infants from the risk of asthma due to antibiotic exposure.
UBC researchers develop an improved hereditary cancer test
The new test is the first to be able to determine which parent a cancer predisposing gene came from, promising to improve familial testing strategies.
$33.8M gift to transform MS research and save more lives, sooner
Gift will establish the MS Research Network, a world-class research and patient-care hub that will develop, manufacture and test next-generation therapies.
Improving opioid prescribing practices
New study reveals discontinuing opioid therapy for pain may increase risk of overdose; suggests enhanced prescribing guidance is needed.
Preventing overdoses for people leaving correctional centres who use stimulants
Study shows people who use stimulants face an increased risk of overdose following release from correctional centres.
Diet and lifestyle education in a family practice clinic can benefit wellbeing
Researchers at UBC’s Southern Medical Program show how primary health professionals can help improve habits.
Annie Ciernia named a 2021 Brain Canada Future Leader in Canadian Brain Research
She is among 20 neuroscientists in Canada who have been awarded $100,000 each in research funding.
One in seven billion: First-in-the-world diagnosis a result of incredible teamwork
Researchers at UBC and BCCHRI uncovered a never-before-seen diagnosis for a young Syrian refugee facing reduced mobility and recurring cancers.
National study suggests it’s time to rethink how we treat atrial fibrillation
Early intervention with catheter cryoablation can halt disease progression, reduce risk of serious health impacts.