Topics: Nursing
Men likely to develop mental health issues after a breakup, according to study
The Daily News | | Media coverage
A study led by nursing professor Dr. John Oliffe found that men are at an increased risk of developing a mental illness after a breakup.
As possible recession looms, advocate warn domestic violence could increase
CTV News | | Media coverage
Nursing professor emeritus Dr. Colleen Varcoe discusses how domestic violence will only continue to be magnified by economic downturns if changes and policies aren't made to support victims.
Interdisciplinary health research involving UBC Applied Science awarded $225,000
| Announcement
Nine interdisciplinary research projects affiliated with UBC Applied Science are each receiving up to $25,000 in funding for innovative health research.
Reframing masculinity: Connecting men to mental health supports that work
| Announcement
Dr. John Oliffe, founder and lead researcher of the Men's Health Research Program at UBC, is working to provide science-backed mental health resources for men as well as help men build better relationships.
Celebrating diversity and fostering inclusion to improve the health of 2SLGBTQ+ youth
| Announcement
Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc, Executive Director of the Stigma and Resilience Among Vulnerable Youth Centre (SARAVYC) at UBC explores the question of how we can create more inclusive and supportive environments for 2SLGBTQ+ youth.
Teen marijuana poisonings have skyrocketed. How to keep your child safe
Time | | Media coverage
Associate nursing professor Dr. Emily Jenkins discussed the value of trust in creating a "sense of safety" when parents speak to their children about cannabis.
From expert Registered Nurse to novice Nurse Practitioner
| Spotlight
My professional journey began in 2010, when I graduated in France with a Degree in Nursing. My first clinical placement as a student nurse was eye-opening, as I simply loved the complexity of nursing with its multi-faceted knowledge components.…
BE Brave, BE Relevant, STAY Relevant
| Spotlight
Se:ko! My name is Olivia Maracle, and my pronouns are she/her. I am a daughter, a sister, and a granddaughter. I am of the Turtle Clan and identify as Kanien'kehá:ka (People of the Flint) or Mohawk from the Bay of Quinte. My…
Young and old more likely to face severe flu. Here's why doctors think it happens
CBC News | | Media coverage
UBCO nursing professor Dr. Marie Tarrant said she's concerned about the uptick in hospitalizations from flu for patients and health-care systems.
Dealing with a breakup? UBC study looks at healthy ways to cope
CityNews Everywhere | | Media coverage
A study by nursing professor Dr. John Oliffe, founder of Men's Health Research Program, explained how men can find healthy ways to recover from a partner-initiated breakup.