Combatting COVID-19

Hear from UBC experts, learn more about work on the frontlines, and discover the latest research helping to combat the global outbreak.

Dr. Srinivas Murthy named research chair in pandemic preparedness

The position will support Dr. Murthy in his research on pandemic clinical research. Read more

Three Faculty of Medicine researchers to study long-term effects of COVID-19 on children

Drs. Michael Kobor, Brett Finlay, and Sara Mostafavi are part of a cross-disciplinary team that received funding from the Manulife CIFAR Population Health & Well-being Grant Program. Read more

UBC scientists sequencing the genomes of Canadians with COVID-19

Research could explain why COVID-19 is mild for some, fatal for others. Read more

UBC researchers set sights on coronavirus antibodies

A new research project may produce new treatment methods for patients with COVID-19 and help prevent transmission of the deadly virus. Read more

Sexual health and domestic violence during COVID-19

Dr. Lori Brotto is leading a national survey to measure changes in sexual health and the prevalence of gender-based violence during COVID-19. Read more

Evaluating COVID-19 vaccines amid pandemic poses challenges

A new paper reveals the pandemic presents a unique challenge when it comes to evaluating the efficacy of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. Read more

UBC faculty of medicine researchers receive nearly $14M in federal funding for COVID-19 research

The latest investment supports COVID-19 research on drug research, obstetrics, medical imaging, Indigenous health and more. Read more

Pregnancy and birth in the time of a pandemic

UBC’s Dr. Deborah Money is leading a national study examining maternal and infant outcomes among pregnant women with COVID-19. Read more

Predicting the evolution of COVID-19 to help manage future outbreaks

A new project will help inform the early design of effective tests, therapies and vaccines. Read more

Making a difference: UBC medical students support patients in self-isolation

Volunteers offer non-medical follow-up help and advice. Read more

Combatting social isolation during COVID-19

New UBC initiative embraces technology to help seniors in long-term care. Read more

UBC researchers develop portable ultrasound scanner network for COVID-19

Scanner expected to speed up diagnoses in rural and remote areas. Read more

UBC researchers ask for public input to inform COVID-19 policy

The team will seek input from hundreds of citizens in an online deliberation series. Read more

Caring for seniors living with dementia during COVID-19

Dr. Mark Fok offers practical tips on how to stay connected. Read more

Making a difference: Midwifery student connects midwives with personal protective equipment

Through Masks to Midwives, more than 200 reusable surgical cap and gown sets, 2,000 surgical masks and 150 home-sewn masks have been distributed to midwifery practices around B.C. Read more

Researchers offer at-home physical activity support for people with disabilities

UBC and Queen’s University offer virtual program for all Canadians with physical disabilities. Read more

How to protect seniors living in long-term care from social isolation

Dr. Roger Wong shares advice and looks ahead at how the COVID-19 outbreak is set to reform long-term care policies. Read more

Supporting the mental health needs of those on front-lines

UBC’s department of psychiatry is stepping up to support the mental health needs of front-line doctors during the outbreak — and beyond. Read more

DNA testing could help in COVID-19 treatment

Dr. Bill Gibson discusses why genotyping one particular gene could improve patient care for this disease. Read more

Making a difference: UBC students design low-cost ventilator for COVID-19

The design is among the final 10 in the international Code Life Ventilator Challenge. Read more

PATHWAYS: Connecting with compassion and care

Read the latest issue of the Faculty of Medicine’s digital magazine on COVID-19 and seniors’ health. Read more

Making a difference: UBC students help frontline medical workers during COVID-19

Medical students support health care providers with childcare, pet care and errands. Read more

Brett Finlay explains how SARS vaccine development can inform COVID-19 response

Dr. Finlay discusses his involvement in the development of three potential SARS vaccines and the lessons researchers learned. Read more

Canadian hospitals trialing new treatment options for COVID-19 patients

The initiative will compare the safety and effectiveness of drugs and drug combinations in treating patients who are hospitalized with COVID-19. Read more

UBC-led study finds trial drug can significantly block early stages of COVID-19 in engineered human tissues

The findings hold promise as a treatment capable of stopping early infection of the novel coronavirus. Read more

UBC researchers warn of dangers of air pollution during COVID-19 outbreak

Air pollution can make infections of the respiratory tract more severe. Read more

How to support seniors during the COVID-19 outbreak

Dr. Roger Wong shares tips to support our seniors. Read more

More UBC researchers receive federal funding to study COVID-19

Five Faculty of Medicine scientists awarded $2.3 million for research on novel coronavirus. Read more

Myth busting: Setting the record straight on ibuprofen and COVID-19

Dr. Mahyar Etminan, an epidemiologist and drug safety expert, explains the drug safety evidence of ibuprofen. Read more

New funding accelerates COVID-19 research at UBC

Faculty of Medicine researchers receive federal funding to advance global COVID-19 response. Read more

UBC researcher helping with global response to coronavirus

Dr. Srinivas Murthy discusses the outcome of the World Health Organization forum and his role in helping combat the outbreak. Read more

Pilot clinical trial in China to test UBC researcher’s findings as a targeted therapy for COVID-19

APN01, a drug made by Apeiron Biologics and developed based on the work of UBC’s Dr. Josef Penninger, is already shown to block viral spread in SARS. Read more

UBC experts answer coronavirus (COVID-19) questions

Faculty members share their expertise in specialties from pediatrics to psychiatry. Read more