population health
Climate change is increasing the risk of Lyme disease in Canada. Take steps to protect yourself.
By Qian Chow | July 5, 2023
UBC emerging pathogen expert Dr. Muhammad Morshed shares tips to protect yourself from tick-borne illnesses.
There’s more to water safety than lifejackets. Know how to keep your kids safe this summer.
By Kerry Blackadar | June 26, 2023
UBC injury prevention expert Dr. Ian Pike shares top tips to keep you and your kids safe this summer.
How superbugs get their superpowers
By Qian Chow | June 22, 2023
A breakthrough study reveals how superbugs like MRSA develop antibiotic resistance, paving the way for new therapies.
Prenatal education by text message is working, UBC research shows
By Qian Chow | May 3, 2023
The SmartMom text messaging program developed by UBC researchers has delivered advice to 14,000 expectant British Columbians.
How UBC researchers laid the groundwork for free contraception in B.C.
By Qian Chow | April 25, 2023
Dr. Wendy Norman shares what the milestone for gender equity and health access will mean for people in B.C. and beyond.
Traffic pollution impairs brain function
By Qian Chow | January 24, 2023
First-in-the-world study suggests that even brief exposure to air pollution has rapid impacts on the brain.
Improving opioid prescribing practices
By Qian Chow | December 2, 2022
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
By Qian Chow | November 23, 2022
Study shows people who use stimulants face an increased risk of overdose following release from correctional centres.
UBC researchers improving mental-health and addiction treatments with new provincial funding
By Qian Chow | September 28, 2022
The funding will support research in areas like child and youth mental health and treatments for opioid-use disorder.
New study explores experiences of youth who use drugs as they navigate treatment options
By dcc2012 | August 31, 2022
The findings reveal key barriers to access and policy changes that could improve youth engagement with harm reduction services.