Young Indigenous people who use drugs in BC 13 times more likely to die than young Canadians
A new study by The Cedar Project demonstrates that young Indigenous people who use drugs in BC are dying at an alarming rate – nearly 13 times Canadians their age.
Future health professionals receive new training to better care for Indigenous people
Students from 11 of UBC’s health-related programs will come together for the first time for a new learning experience designed by the Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health to help students better serve Indigenous people.
Meet our alumni: Shannon Waters, PHPM Residency Program
As a family doctor, Shannon Waters became frustrated at seeing people coming in to her clinic still unwell, despite having treated them previously. So she decided to pursue a residency in Public Health & Preventive Medicine.
FNHA and UBC establish chair to prevent cancer and improve wellbeing
The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and the University of British Columbia have created a faculty position dedicated to improving cancer outcomes and overall wellness among First Nations and Indigenous people, based in the School of Population and Public Health and the FNHA. Credit: Lindsey Donovan Photography