Health

Man and woman stand at top of stairwell
In health care, time isn’t just valuable—it saves lives.
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The effects of fasting might be different for people living with obesity.
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Does the hype about protein match the science?
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This innovation could transform how scientists study lung disease.
Man in lab coat stands in lab
A UBC physics student would develop a breakthrough, protecting billions of people.
Lab worker in protective suit and gloves holds cotton swab over vial
Researchers found a way to measure insulin levels in saliva without needles or blood work.
Healthcare worker holding elderly person's hands
The factor most associated with cancer is unavoidable—it's one we will all experience.
A person in a mask standing in hazy air holds a hand to their forehead
UBC researchers examine the risks of extreme heat combined with air pollution.
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Reviving Indigenous languages may do more than preserve culture.
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What began as a passion for helping others turned into province-wide recognition.
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A report on Canadian men’s health highlights the gaps in our healthcare system.
Tristan Lai, Alex Tang, and Lillian Chen chat in front of a slideshow at a PRIDE-RX presentation
Two UBC pharmacy lecturers have developed a queer and trans-inclusive pharmacy curriculum.
Men doing stretches lying on floor of a changeroom
Obesity disproportionately impacts men’s health, yet few men take preventive action.
A vaccine bottle beside several syringes
RNA technology is powering a revolution — and Canada is uniquely positioned to lead it.
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New research challenges the belief that everyone needs the same amount of sleep.
Woman wears VR headset and gloves as another woman watches
Psychology and computer science students are advancing brain injury rehabilitation.
Couple having a picnic with smog-clouded city skyline in background
Those who produce pollution should pay for cleaning up any environmental damage.
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Understanding Alzheimer’s resilience could be the key to finding treatment.
Three young women taking a selfie together
A UBC study reveals how using social media intentionally could actually boost our wellbeing.
Annie Ciernia standing outside the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health
UBC researchers are decoding the factors that cause autism spectrum disorder.