Health & Medicine
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Blood vessel-like coating could make medical devices safer for patients
The new material, designed to mimic the natural behaviour of blood vessels, could allow for safer use of blood-contacting devices, especially in cases where blood clots are a significant concern.
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How fall vaccines keep pace with evolving viruses
UBC medicine researchers share how new vaccines are handled to ensure they are safe and effective against evolving strains of influenza and SARS-CoV-2.
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Scientists develop tool to predict sepsis in apparently healthy newborns
This discovery could help with earlier recognition of critically ill babies to implement life-saving treatment.
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Inconsistent sleep regulations in childcare could harm children’s health
Pediatric sleep expert and nursing professor emeritus discusses why consistent national standards about sleep and rest are necessary to ensure children’s health and well-being, particularly in early care settings.
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Modified plant compound shows promise as next weapon in fight against drug-resistant TB
The discovery shows promise for further testing with the ultimate goal of finding new drugs to treat TB, the leading infectious killer after COVID-19, according to the World Health Organization.
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Enhanced resources available at UBC to help prevent overdoses
500 additional doses of nasal naloxone will be held in 250 new naloxone cabinets that were received from the province. These cabinets will be installed across UBC’s campuses and residence buildings.
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Drug discovery could prevent spread of childhood bone cancer
The researchers demonstrate that the compound can reduce lung metastasis in mice by over 90 per cent, while also shrinking the primary tumour site.
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Why an eye exam should be on your child’s back-to-school checklist
It’s vital that impairments are identified early, as some treatments only work when the child is young.
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UBC research pinpoints how early-life antibiotics turn immunity into allergy
The findings open up many new avenues for exploring potential preventions and treatments.
