Combatting COVID-19

Hear from UBC experts, learn more about work on the frontlines, and discover the latest research shaping the global pandemic response and recovery.

UBC Medicine community members recognized for advancing B.C. as a global leader in clinical trials

Clinical Trials BC recognized Dr. Robert McMaster and the COVID-19 Clinical Research Coordination Initiative.

Catching COVID-19 during pregnancy increases risk of hospitalization, premature birth

UBC researchers urge people who are pregnant to remain vigilant and protect themselves from COVID-19.

Dr. Roger Wong awarded fellowship for outstanding contributions to geriatric medicine

The fellowship recognizes over three decades of work to advance medical care for older adults in Canada and beyond.

UBC Faculty of Medicine enters top 25 in latest world university rankings

The UBC Faculty of Medicine has reached its highest-ever place in the latest QS World University Rankings of Medicine and Life Sciences programs.

Lower vaccination rates among people who use drugs could lead to serious outcomes from COVID-19

Study findings show only two-thirds of people who use drugs in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside and Downtown South neighbourhoods are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Dr. Pieter Cullis named 2022 Canada Gairdner Award laureate

Award recognizes contributions to foundational technologies for the COVID-19 mRNA vaccines.

UBC researchers develop innovative dosing strategy for COVID-19 drug facing short supply

New study shows the lower-dose strategy is both clinically and economically effective.

Harnessing the regulatory process to fuel biomedical innovation, improve health

Dr. Dean Regier, Chair of the new Regulatory Advisory Council within UBC’s Academy of Translational Medicine, is working to bring medical innovations to patients sooner.

Managing mental health as pandemic restrictions ease

UBC psychiatry professor Dr. Steven Taylor offers advice on adjusting to a new normal.