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How AI social robots could support people living with dementia and their care providers
At UBC’s Innovation in Dementia and Aging (IDEA) Lab, headed by Dr. Lillian Hung, researchers consult with the tech industry to develop more equitable technology, bridging the gap between developers and people living with dementia, their families and care providers.
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The Globe and Mail (subscription)
B.C. teens trying cannabis, alcohol or tobacco at lowest rate in 30 years, study finds
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc commented on young people trying cannabis.
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Global News
SOGI 123: What is it and why are people protesting over it?
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc commented on SOGI 123 in the classroom.
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CBC
This clinic for gender-affirming health care went private. The founder wishes it didn't have to
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc said political messages around gender-affirming care can discourage providers from providing care to some patients, further affecting access.
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Forbes
Mind the gap: A failure of communication in mining
The Bradshaw Research Institute for Minerals and Mining at UBC was mentioned for excellence in mining education.
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Yahoo
Puberty blockers: What to know about the medication — and where Canadian politicians stand
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc commented on Alberta's proposed legislation to restrict trans youth health care.
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Vancouver Is Awesome
'Smart gloves' could transform therapy for stroke patients, UBC researcher says
Electrical and computer engineering professor Dr. Peyman Servati and PhD candidate Arvin Tashakori developed a wearable “smart glove” that may help stroke survivors regain their hand functions. B.C. stroke survivors will be testing the glove as part of a study led by physical therapy professor Dr. Janice Eng.
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Daily Hive
I took a driverless taxi and here’s why it freaked me out
Dr. Alex Bigazzi, civil engineering professor, said self-driving technology is not ready for full deployment in Canada as it needs more development.
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Vancouver Sun
Advocates identify sites to address gap in seniors housing, health care in Vancouver's Chinatown
SCARP PhD candidate Louisa-May Khoo authored a report which found that only 2,905 out of 12,788 units of affordable housing in Chinatown, Strathcona and the Downtown Eastside are designated for seniors.
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Global News
Ready to spring forward? When daylight saving time 2024 begins in Canada
Nursing professor emeritus Dr. Wendy Hall said the return to standard time in the fall makes people less active in the evening and may cause depression because of shorter exposure to sunlight.