Detecting breast cancer sooner
Dr. Paula Gordon’s research is helping ensure women have access to life-saving breast cancer screening.
Weight-loss drugs linked to stomach paralysis, other serious gastrointestinal conditions
First-of-its-kind epidemiological study finds GLP-1 agonist medications like Ozempic and Wegovy can cause serious gastrointestinal conditions when used for weight loss.
When RSV weighs heavily on the Canadian health-care system
New research highlights the significant burden of RSV on Canadian children.
Depression, anxiety may be among early signs of MS
New UBC research is shedding light on the early stages of MS and could one day support earlier detection and possible intervention.
Hospital admissions for COPD have increased, especially in women and younger adults
New UBC research reveals that hospital admissions for COPD have risen, even while smoking rates and admissions for other health issues have declined.
Closing the gap in Alzheimer’s research
UBC researchers are working to increase Asian representation in Alzheimer’s research, improving disease prevention, diagnosis and care.
B.C. researchers identify gene that fuels aggressive childhood cancers
New UBC research sheds light on why some forms of neuroblastoma are so deadly, uncovers new treatment targets.
Researchers discover common origin behind major childhood allergies
Several common childhood allergies may all stem from the community of bacteria living in our gut, suggesting new ways to predict and prevent them.
UBC researchers find radiation not necessary for some patients with low-risk breast cancer
The new approach would spare patients of radiation and its side effects, while improving access for those who need radiation therapy most.
Baby’s brain development may be linked to their gut bacteria
New UBC research showed that certain microbes were associated with performance in tests of early cognitive development.