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UBC experts on new SARS-CoV-2 variant ‘Omicron’

A heavily mutated variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus—designated “Omicron”—has emerged, with early cases concentrated primarily in South Africa. UBC experts are available to comment.

Nov 26, 2021

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Wildfires are here to stay: How to protect against smoky skies

As wildfires rage across many parts of Canada, the health effects of smoke remain a pressing concern for many people—particularly for those recovering from COVID-19 or anyone with pre-existing medical conditions.

Jul 22, 2021

Carved by Coast Salish artist Luke Marston, the Bentwood Box traveled with the TRC to its events throughout Canada, where people placed personal items into the box to symbolize their journey toward healing and expressions of reconciliation. Credit: National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation at the University of Manitoba

UBC Medicine responds to TRC’s Calls to Action

Today, Faculty of Medicine Dean and Vice-President Health Dr. Dermot Kelleher issued a formal apology for the faculty’s contributions to past and present harms to Indigenous peoples arising from Canada’s ongoing colonial history.

Jun 25, 2021

Carved by Coast Salish artist Luke Marston, the Bentwood Box traveled with the TRC to its events throughout Canada, where people placed personal items into the box to symbolize their journey toward healing and expressions of reconciliation. Credit: National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation at the University of Manitoba

Event: UBC Medicine responds to the TRC’s Calls to Action

On Friday, June 25, the University of British Columbia’s faculty of medicine will formally launch and reflect upon its response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action at a virtual event.

Jun 24, 2021