With a central focus on patient-centred care and innovative solutions, UBC researchers are committed to improving the health of our communities and access to care – both nationally and globally.
Together with our partners, our researchers are breaking down barriers to care and exploring further treatment and preventative initiatives in areas such as HIV/AIDS, HPV and addictions.
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Key Research Groups
- BC Centre for Excellence in HIV / AIDS
- BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute
- UBC Centre for Disease Control
- Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health
- Centre for Health Evaluation Outcome Sciences
- Human Early Learning Partnership
- Centre for Health Evaluation and Outcome Sciences
- Centre for Health Services and Policy Research
- Edwin S.H. Leong Healthy Aging Program
Spotlight
How to protect your lungs from wildfire smoke
Dr. Chris Carlsten highlights the risks of wildfire smoke and the steps people can take to safeguard their respiratory health.
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Why your kids should take risks while playing outdoors this summer
UBC pediatric and injury prevention expert Dr. Mariana Brussoni reveals why risky play is so important for children’s health and development.
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How to protect your hearing at summer concerts
Dr. Navid Shahnaz discusses why it’s so important to wear ear protection at concerts and music festivals.
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Is it safe to exercise in extreme heat and smoky skies?
UBC professor Dr. Michael Koehle explains why it’s important to adapt your exercise routine to extreme weather conditions.
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Unravelling the link between pesticide exposure and Parkinson’s disease
New UBC research illuminates how genetics and pesticide exposure intersect to contribute to Parkinson’s disease risk.
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UBC student launches ‘It’s My Choice’ to empower abortion care decisions
PhD student Kate Wahl hopes to help people choose the type of care that best fits their values and circumstances.
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Enhancing public health monitoring of B.C.’s marine waters
UBC researchers are partnering with Indigenous communities and local industry to safeguard public health, protect shellfish harvesting areas and beaches from long closures.
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UBC study challenges alarming U.S. maternal death rate reports
While new research suggests U.S. maternal death rates are stable, researchers say persistent racial and ethnic disparities need addressing.
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Young people at the centre of the toxic drug poisoning crisis
A new book by UBC’s Dr. Danya Fast traces the experiences of young people who use drugs in Vancouver amidst a public health overdose emergency.
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People of colour less likely to be screened for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders: new study
New analysis involving 2,700 pregnant and postpartum people across the U.S. reveals a disproportionate lack of mental health screenings for people of colour.
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