Faculty of Health and Social Development

UBCO experts provide tips for heading back to school
Defining chronic pain for high-performance athletes with disabilities
Fire-breathing research: Clearing the air of wildfire dangers

Fire-breathing research: Clearing the air of wildfire dangers

UBC Okanagan’s Madden Brewster is cutting through the smoke, dust and ash firefighters breathe.

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Ali Rashid Bawumia holds a vision for health promotion

Ali Rashid Bawumia holds a vision for health promotion

“My goal is to contribute to a healthcare system that is inclusive, equitable, and responsive to the diverse needs of all individuals.” Meet Ali Rashid Bawumia, UBC Okangan School of Nursing Master’s student. Ali came to the program with a strong background as a Senior Research Assistant and Nursing skills instructor at the University for […]

Breathing cleaner air thanks to works of ART

Breathing cleaner air thanks to works of ART

UBC Okanagan is taking a unique approach to tackle indoor air quality, one Aerosol Removing Tapestry (ART) creation at a time

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Deep diving with elephant seals offers unique insights into human health
UBCO study raises concerns about partner violence in queer relationships
Finding a Home Far and Away

Finding a Home Far and Away

For recent UBC Okanagan School of Nursing graduate Nomawn Shahzad, doing a rural and remote practicum in Haida Gwaii turned out to be a life-changing decision. On the morning walk to his shift at the hospital, Nomawn watches the clouds glide along the shoreline. He passes the wharf where fishers prepare for their day. He […]

Olympic marathoner raises money so that all kids can play
Olympic marathoner raises money so that all kids can play