UBC research examines living well while dying
A UBC professor has determined that people diagnosed with terminal cancer—who have hope, positivity and family support—are able to live well during the advanced stage of the disease.
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UBC researcher adopts play-by-play method to understand how counsellors can promote health
Using a page from a coach’s playbook, a UBC researcher has come up with a method to analyze behaviour change counselling sessions and determine what makes them work.
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Princeton residents focus on mental health
Mental health is a major health issue in Canada. Adults 50 and over continue to experience an increase in mental health concerns, especially in rural areas, and there is little information about their experiences.
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Having trouble making that New Year resolution stick?
It’s New Year’s and you have great aspirations. You’ve made resolutions, this is your year, and you’re going to make great strides to improve your lifestyle. But how?
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Defying gravity and making a difference
EMILY GIROUX CAN DEFY GRAVITY. For more than 15 years […]
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UBC Okanagan alumna clinches national research prize
UBC Okanagan alumna Emily Giroux was recognized on the national stage this week for her innovative work in helping to shape research priorities for those living with spinal cord injury (SCI).
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Evaluating the effects of repetitive impacts
YOU GOT YOUR BELL WRUNG. You’re dizzy and dazed, seeing […]
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UBC Okanagan offers its expertise to struggling parents
UBC Okanagan’s School of Social Work Mental Health Clinic is a key partner in the new on-campus walk-in well-being clinic. The Social Work walk-in clinic is specifically designed to support parents who have concerns about their children’s mental health.
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UBC researcher discusses diabetes prevention programs
On world diabetes day, one of UBC Okanagan’s leading diabetes researchers will talk about prevention programs at a special event.
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Bringing the healthcare mountain to the patient
With health information just one-click away, it’s not surprising that 70 per cent of Canadians consult the internet before their doctor. And if a patient has to travel to see a physician, the numbers of internet searches increase.
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