The Crichton Health Systems and Policy Learning Fund
The Crichton Health Systems and Policy Learning Fund is a new fund created in honour of Dr. Crichton and her immense contributions to the wellbeing of Canadians. The fund will honour Dr. Crichton’s commitment to improve BC and Canada’s healthcare systems. It will help the School of Population and Public Health fund an annual prize […]
Spotlight on Staff: Michaela Butler
In this edition of Spotlight on Staff we present Michaela Butler.
New research comparing HIV medications set to change international recommendations
The WHO-funded study shows that dolutegravir is the optimal choice for first-line treatment of HIV.
2020 Policy Salon
Please join us for the 2020 Policy Salon on October 2: Co-hosted by SPPH and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.
Spotlight on Staff: Devon Reed
One of the School of Population and Public Health (SPPH)’s greatest assets is the people that support important research and facilitate the education of health leaders. In this new series, we will be featuring some of our incredible staff so you can get to know them better and learn about their impressive backgrounds. Devon […]
The Social Determinants of Following Public Health Advice
SPPH faculty on who is able to follow COVID-19 advice, and the importance of supporting those facing social and economic barriers
Spotlight on Staff: Kaitlyn Shannon
Get to know SPPH’s Senior Education Manager, Kaitlyn Shannon
Martin Guhn Appointed: Interim Director, HELP
Dr. Martin Guhn has been appointed as the Interim Director for HELP. Congratulations Dr. Guhn!
Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and the Ethics of Passive Surveillance in Health
Dr. Anita Ho on the ethical considerations of AI, big data, and surveillance in contact tracing.
Dr. Trevor Dummer collaborates on national COVID-19 project
SPPH’s Dr. Trevor Dummer is one of the scientists leading a nation-wide COVID-19 population research initiative with a $2.1 million CIHR grant.
Improving mental health from home
A project by two faculty members at the School of Population and Public Health (SPPH) aims to address the challenges of isolation, by reviewing existing research and resources in order to identify ways individuals can support their mental health at home.
July 5, 2020– More on Summer! and this past week’s anniversaries
Dear SPPH Community, Can you believe it’s already July? With the province in “Phase 3”, I’m sure we’re all looking forward to taking some well-earned down time, enjoying family and friends (safely, calmly, kindly), and exploring close to home. Summer should be warming us, although this last week of “Juneuary” had me wondering! […]
Meet Our Graduates: Harjot Bedi, MHSc
Meet Harjot Bedi, Master of Health Science graduate. Harjot is also an MD graduate and an Internal Medicine Resident. What motivated you to apply for the MHSc program? I have been interested in epidemiology and public health, and the UBC MHSc program seemed to allow the perfect balance of both of those fields, with […]
Dr. Chris Lovato Appointed: Vice Dean, Academic
Congratulations to Dr. Chris Lovato for her appointment as Vice Dean, Academic!
Workplace policy challenges during COVID-19
SPPH Professors and PWHS Co-Directors Dr. Chris McLeod and Dr. Mieke Koehoorn on the research and policy challenges of working from home, paid sick leave, and workplace issues during COVID-19.
The Inequity of Isolation
SPPH Faculty members and a UBC Clinical Psychologist talk about the health risks associated with isolation and how distancing is affecting all of us to varying degrees and in different ways.
Meet Our Graduates: Ehsan Hemmativaghef, MSc OEH
Meet Ehsan Hemmativaghef, Master of Sciencee in Occupational and Environmental Hygiene graduate. Ehsan studied Health, Safety and Environment at University of Tehran and worked as Quality, Health, Safety and Environment Supervisor with the multinational company SGS prior to joining SPPH in September 2018. What motivated you to apply for the OEH program? UBC is […]
COVID-19 Research at SPPH
Find out how SPPH students and researchers are fighting COVID19.
Causal Inference from Large, Real-world and Complex Healthcare Data in the Era of Data Science
SCHEDULE Presentation: May 6 2020, 1:00pm – 2:00pm Where: Zoom Meeting Presentation Survey: Link Here ABSTRACT Real-world data (RWD) gathered during the routine clinical practice in the form of electronic health records, health claims databases, clinical records, and disease-specific registries can help fill the knowledge gap between clinical trials and clinical practice. In the presence of known […]
Messages to SPPH Community Regarding COVID-19
Check this page for any new updates on the situation.
Leaving prison during the COVID-19 and overdose public health emergencies
SPPH PhD student Kate McLeod and Adjunct Faculty Dr. Ruth Elwood Martin published a blog post in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) this week, discussing the risks posed to individuals released from incarceration during the COVID-19 pandemic. The blog post follows a recent study on the value of Unlocking the Gates (UTG), a program that connects […]
The Impact of Presenteeism in the Workplace Due to Illness or Caregiving
Health problems can drastically affect one’s ability to work productively and perform at full capacity. From the general flu, to poor mental health, to cardiovascular disease, patients are often forced to take sick leaves or even stop working entirely, which can place significant financial and social burdens on their daily lives. When patients show up […]
SPPH 410
Syllabus. By collaborating interprofessionally, each student team will identify and research a critical public health issue, and develop a detailed practical and effective intervention. Restricted to Undergraduate students.
Bridging gaps in health care access with technology and innovation
From pharmaceutical vending machines to reaching your doctor by text message, SPPH researchers are finding technological solutions to overcome barriers to health care access at home and abroad.
2nd Annual Global Health Conference 2020: Role of health care workers in a resilient and robust health workforce
This year’s Global Health Conference brought global health researchers, students, and organizations together to discuss the next steps in achieving a robust health workforce. Held on January 22 2020, this half-day event was hosted by UBC’S School of Population and Public Health and Center of International Child Health (CICH) at BC Children’s Hospital and held […]
Dr. Michael Law awarded Aaka Pande and Sumit Majumdar Memorial Award from the Harvard School of Medicine
Associate Professor Dr. Michael Law was awarded the inaugural Aaka Pande and Sumit Majumdar Memorial Award from the Harvard School of Medicine for his work evaluating B.C. Fair Pharmacare and his contributions to health policy.
In Memoriam: David Sterling
The School of Population and Public Health is sad to announce the passing of Dr. David Sterling. David had recently retired to British Columbia following an illustrious academic career at the University of Northern Texas (https://www.unthsc.edu/school-of-public-health/dr-david-sterling/). He was generously donating his precious retirement time to teach students in the MSc(OEH) degree program. Although David’s time […]
Congratulations to Kim McGrail and Rosemin Kassam on their new Appointments with UBC Health
Dr. McGrail has been announced as the New Director of Research for UBC Health, while Dr. Kassam has been confirmed as the New Director of Research for UBC Health.
TrueNTH: Peer Support for Men with Prostate Cancer
Dr. Arminee Kazanjian at the School of Population and Public Health addresses the unique needs of men living with prostate cancer in her one-on-one peer support program, the TrueNTH (True North) Peer Navigation Solution.
Helping hands, thriving families
Prof. Patti Janssen was featured by Peter Wall Institute for Advanced Studies for her extensive work in prenatal education and improving health outcomes in mothers & children in BC and worldwide. To read more about this publication, please click on this link.
Dr. Nadine Caron named founding First Nations Health Authority Chair in Cancer and Wellness at UBC
Dr. Nadine Caron, co-Director of the SPPH Centre for Indigenous Health and Canada’s first female First Nations general surgeon, has been appointed to a newly created UBC position dedicated to improving cancer outcomes and wellness among Indigenous peoples.
Alumni Profile: Major Heath Robson
The MHA set me up for success in my current role as the Primary Care Network Manager with the Canadian Forces.
When Antibiotics Fail
The report estimates that resistant bacterial infections were responsible for over 14,000 deaths in Canada in 2018, with around 26% of bacterial infections currently resistant to first-line antimicrobials. Those with weaker immune systems and/or pre-existing medical conditions are most susceptible to AMR exposure and developing resistant infections. The Panel asserts that action must be taken to protect vulnerable populations, including socially marginalized groups, those living in poverty, the homeless, and people with substance use disorders.
Young Alumna Shares Wisdom With Current Students
Bianca Malouf attributes much of her professional success to being at the right place at the right time and the MScOEH program provided her key opportunities to become an Industrial Hygienist.
UBC becomes a member of the Consortium for Universities for Global Health (CUGH)
The University of British Columbia is excited to announce that it is now a member of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH).
Congratulations to Dr. Perry Kendall on his recent appointment to the Order of Canada!
The School of Population and Public Health (SPPH) congratulates Dr. Perry Kendall on his recent appointment to the Order of Canada. Dr. Perry Kendall is a Clinical Professor at the SPPH and has dedicated his professional life to helping and pursuing innovative health care, focusing on preventing disease and improving public health. For more information […]
2019 MSFHR Health Professional Investigator Awards
The 2019 recipients of the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR) Health Professional-Investigator (HP-I) awards have been granted funding for their work and research in direct patient care. School of Population and Public Health (SPPH) Associate Member Dr. James Johnston is among the 11 awardees. A tuberculosis physician at the British Columbia Centre for […]
Plaque Unveiling – Roberta Ellis Award
The Roberta Ellis Award is bestowed annually to one student from SPPH who has demonstrated excellence in coursework, practicum, or research in the area of occupational and environmental health.
Reducing stigma saves lives
Several UBC researchers are featured in a recent UBC story for their contributions to find solutions to the overdose crisis. Among them is SPPH Professor, Dr. Jane Buxton.
Congratulations to our MHA Award recipients for our 2019 graduating class
Five graduating MHA students received awards recognizing their leadership in health care administration.
Thank you for making the 10th anniversary a success!
With over 150 attendees, 24 speakers (including three alumni and two students), and 12 student and trainee posters, the event was a well-rounded snapshot of the outstanding work that has come out of our School.
Dr. Gina Ogilvie awarded $10 million from Federal Government for Cervical Cancer Research
Research led by SPPH’s Dr. Gina Ogilvie has been given $10 million in funding by the federal government for the continuation of research which would help achieve the goal of eventually eliminating cervical cancer.
MHA Presents: CEO Forum on Lessons in Leadership
Join us on June 21 for our year-end event featuring three CEOs from BC’s Health Authorities on their strategies for building teams, setting priorities and leading change.
Federal Government to Invest $81m into SPOR Data Platform
The Canadian government has announced an investment of $81 million over seven years into the Strategy for Patient-Oriented Research Canadian Data Platform (SPOR), which is spearheaded by Dr. Kim McGrail from the School of Population and Public Health.
School of Population and Public Health’s 10 Year Anniversary
RSVP for our June 17, 2019 event to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of our School.
Mo Korchinski from the Collaborating Centre for Prison Health and Education Nominated for YWCA Women of Distinction Award
Mo Korchinski, Project Administrator for the Collaborating Centre for Prison Health and Education, SPPH has been nominated in the category of Community Champion for the 2019 YWCA Women of Distinction Awards.
Indigenous Health – SPHA 580B Selected Topics
Clinicians and managers alike should have an understanding of the unique history of First Nations and Indigenous peoples in Canada as related to health, health policy, and health administration.
SPPH Faculty Members Awarded more than $1.3 million in CIHR Project Grants
SPPH Faculty members Nick Bansback, Eugenia Oviedo-Joekes, Amee Manges, Bonnie Henry, Wei Zhang were awarded more than $1.3 million in CIHR project grants.