population health
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.
Even low levels of air pollution contribute to increased health risk
By dcc2012 | July 14, 2022
A UBC-led study identified risk of mortality at pollution levels below many national standards.
Nurturing through nature
By dcc2012 | July 11, 2022
UBC researchers have received a $1.3 million federal grant to help increase outdoor play in daycares.
Access to safer supply rapidly increased during COVID-19
By dcc2012 | June 16, 2022
New clinical guidelines and policy changes across Canada helped drive scale-up in prescribing services.
Unlocking the secrets of healthy aging — from society to cell
By dcc2012 | June 13, 2022
Dr. Michael Kobor is building a cutting-edge research program aimed at helping people live longer, healthier lives.
How drug decriminalization in B.C. could help save lives
By dcc2012 | June 9, 2022
Addictions expert Dr. Eugenia Oviedo-Joekes answers key questions about the decriminalization of illegal drugs.
A province-by-province look at excess deaths in Canada during the pandemic
By dcc2012 | May 30, 2022
New study examines excess deaths across Canadian provinces during the first 19 months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fear of child separation, violence increases overdose risk for mothers
By dcc2012 | March 30, 2022
Researchers say mother-focused strategies are needed to reduce risk of overdose and other harms.
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.
Drones get blood to patients faster—and reduce waste
By dcc2012 | March 21, 2022
UBC researchers are partnering with colleagues in Rwanda to examine the use of drones for healthcare deliveries.