World policy-makers cite UBC-CFRI research in approving fewer HPV vaccine doses
The WHO and European Community have endorsed two doses, which is likely to boost usage.
World Health Day: Tiny bugs, big health threat
Mosquitoes can spread diseases such as malaria, dengue fever and West Nile Virus. Photo: James Gathany, CDC.
Cooking class study seeks to increase health outcomes for prostate cancer survivors and their partners
Funding from the Canadian Cancer Society supports a study aimed at increasing health for prostate cancer survivors through an innovative cooking class intervention.
Students win in Round 1 of Canadian Evaluation Society annual Case Competition
SPPH students Jackie Siegel, Zahra Remtulla, Petra Lolic, Laura Ball, and Crystal Sun form team which will compete in finals in June.
Less exam stress with Lola
Sign up for a pet therapy program for SPPH students only. Sessions happen on Wednesday, April 9th, from 9:30 am until 11:30 am.
Sugary drinks weigh heavily on teenage obesity
Students in B.C. schools where sugary drinks were available consumed them more often and were more likely to be obese on the BMI scale, according to new research. Photo: DdEeBb, iStock.
Canadians spend more on private health insurance for smaller payouts
A new study found that Canadians paid $6.8 billion more in premiums than they received in benefits in 2011. Photo: David Barcroft, iStockphoto
Texting for HIV care in Kenya receives Grand Challenges funding
The grant will enable expansion of a texting program to HIV patients in rural, remote parts of Kenya, increasing the likelihood that they remain on anti-viral therapy.
New leadership and CIHR funding renewal for CTN
Dr. Aslam Anis takes over as National Director of CTN as it enjoys a funding renewal from CIHR to the tune of $22.75 million over five years .
South African healthcare workers face greater risk for TB, HIV
UBC’s Annalee Yassi is helping South Africa implement World Health Organization occupational health guidelines. Photo: Martin Dee