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UBC medical student Chance Park receives 2020 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award
August 27, 2020The award recognizes Canadian medical students with an established track record of community leadership, superior communication skills and demonstrated interest in advancing knowledge. Read More >

UBC researchers embark on first-in-Canada study for easing COVID-19 restrictions
August 27, 2020Drs. Mel Krajden, Josef Penninger, and Simon Pimstone are collaborating with a team of industry, academic, and public sector partners. Read More >

Research discovery may offer new treatment options for people diagnosed with rare form of ovarian cancer
August 26, 2020The study involves small cell carcinoma of the ovary, hypercalcemic type. Read More >

One in three people avoiding health care workers during pandemic
August 24, 2020Many people who show support for health care workers with nightly noise-making also avoid health care workers throughout the day. Read More >

Patient care through invention
August 17, 2020Biomedical engineering students create 3-D printed seatbelt device for people with limited hand dexterity. Read More >

More parents plan to get flu shot for kids this fall
August 13, 2020COVID-19 concerns may be motivating factor. Read More >

HPV strains may impact cervical cancer prognosis
August 10, 2020The new study represents the first comprehensive analysis of molecular characteristics of cervical cancers in an African population. Read More >

UBC’s Dr. Mel Krajden awarded Order of B.C.
August 5, 2020He has made significant contributions to fields such as Hepatitis, HIV, HPV, and most recently, COVID-19. Read More >

Dr. Kyla Hildebrand honoured with 2020 Royal College AMS Donald Richards Wilson Award
August 4, 2020She is recognized for demonstrating excellence in integrating the CanMEDS Roles into six fellowship programs at UBC and institutions across Canada. Read More >

Faculty of Medicine graduate students recognized by the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute
August 4, 2020The students are recipients of the 2020 Top Graduating Doctoral Student Award and Rising Star Award. Read More >