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Faculty of Medicine researchers awarded funding for interdisciplinary health research
January 18, 2022Collaborative projects seek to improve health and address health inequities. Read More >

More Canadians may be driving high since cannabis legalization
January 13, 2022New UBC study shows THC prevalence among injured drivers has doubled since legalization. Read More >

Seven Faculty of Medicine researchers appointed as new and renewed Canada Research Chairs
January 12, 2022Chairholders will work across diverse fields to advance knowledge, discovery and translation. Read More >

UBC researchers lead $24 million project to treat spinal cord injury
January 12, 2022Federally funded work will develop a biomaterial bridge to help regrow nerve fibres. Read More >

Faculty of medicine members honoured with 2021 CAME Awards
January 7, 2022The awards recognize faculty and learners committed to medical education. Read More >

Researchers awarded funding to mitigate COVID-19 pandemic impacts on children, youth and families
January 6, 2022Projects span topics from unintentional injuries to social determinants of mental health. Read More >

UBC study reveals link between medically prescribed opioids and injection drug use
January 6, 2022Patients receiving chronic prescription opioid treatments are eight times more at risk of initiating injection drug use. Read More >

UBC faculty of medicine members appointed to the Order of Canada for 2021
January 5, 2022Drs. Pieter Cullis, Connie Eaves, Donald McKenzie and Peter Zandstra received the honour for their contributions to the country. Read More >

UBC student-led clinics collaborate to improve patient care
January 4, 2022How a new training model is teaching students about the power of team-based learning. Read More >

UBC clinical trial supports new self-administered rapid antigen test
December 23, 2021The tool could help combat growing uncertainty, prevent transmission and potentially save lives. Read More >