Health care

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May 26 featuresElena Massing with Illustrations by Ayla Cilliers

A healthy understanding

Two scientists in lab coats examine a computer screen displaying a glowing green network of neurons. One of them points to the display.

‘Hiding in plain sight’: UBC researchers discover a new type of brain cell that reshapes our understanding of memory

In a study published in Nature Communications on February 12, the pair along with other researchers in the UBC Faculty of Medicine discovered a new type of brain cell called ovoid cells that play a key role in our ability to recognize and remember objects.

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March 12 scienceYomna Bedaiwy with Illustrations by Emilija Vītols Harrison

Help BC Hear Better is advocating for better hearing health care across the province

Three adult groups in BC have hearing health costs covered by the provincial health care system — people with disabilities, veterans (who are primarily covered federally) and workers who develop hearing loss due to work-related noise exposure, thanks to WorkSafe BC. The rest of the population? No coverage.

A photo of the outside of the AMS/GSS health & dental plan office. The sign is on a blue wall and in front if a desk with flyers.

February 24 newsSophia Samilski

Updates to AMS health and dental plan boosts savings with partnerships

At the February 5 AMS Council meeting, an overview and update was given on the status of the AMS/GSS Health and Dental plan, including talks of a slight increase in certain areas of coverage.

Photo of <i>Critical Care</i> game box with a stethoscope and two specimen cups.

October 25 scienceStuti Sheth

Critical Care demystifies health care one card at a time

If you've ever wanted to step into the shoes of a doctor saving lives in the intensive care unit (ICU), Critical Care offers that experience — minus the stress of medical school.

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October 3 scienceSophia Russo with Illustrations by Adriel Yusgiantoro

How donors to the UBC Body Donation Program shape medical training at UBC

Donors to the UBC Body Donation Program are shaping the next generation of medical staff as part of their legacy.

Illustration of a desk with a stack of books, a small potted plant and a desktop computer. The desktop computer has the words, "IT'S MY CHOICE" on the screen with a button that says "BEGIN" underneath with the cursor hovering over it.

September 26 scienceViyan Handley

'It's my choice': How a UBC student's website helps you navigate abortion options

Navigating choices around abortion can be daunting — that’s why Kate Wahl created the interactive website, It’s My Choice.

September 1 scienceTova Gaster with Illustrations by Emilija Vītols Harrison

UBC medical students call to ‘resuscitate’ emergency medicine system in crisis

BC EDs are experiencing record levels of overcrowding and understaffing. Paiero-Keeler is part of a group of UBC medical students advocating to the provincial government for policies and funding to ease an emergency medicine system in chronic crisis.

April 27, 2024 scienceYomna Bedaiwy

Early age onset colorectal cancer is on the rise

In 2022, researchers found a 29.6 per cent increase in colorectal cancer (CRC) rates in 20-34 year olds from 2001 to 2011, projecting a 42.8 per cent increase by 2030.

February 27, 2024 magazineElena Massing with Illustrations by Cynthia Wang

Side effects may include: How GLP-1 agonists push the boundaries of medical treatment

Ozempic, like Wegovy and Rybelsus, is part of a group of drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes called glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists. They are successful in helping diabetics control their blood sugar levels, but users noticed another unexpected effect during clinical trials: they were experiencing significant weight loss.