Topics: Nursing
Revealing the risks of alternative medicine
Scientia | | Media coverage
Nursing Associate Professor Dr. Bernie Garrett discussed the risks associated with alternative medicines.
How academic institutions can build diversity in health care research
| Announcement
Dr. Sabrina Wong, Associate Director of Research at UBC’s School of Nursing, discusses the challenges that women face in academia, and suggests strategies for institutions to create more equitable representation in primary care research.
BC reverses course on changes to school tube-feeding program after backlash from family
CTV News Vancouver | | Media coverage
School of Nursing Assistant Professor Dr. Scott Ramsey explained that some children require tube feeding for various reasons.
What is 'phone pinky'? Breaking down the internet myth
CBC News | | Media coverage
School of Nursing Associate Professor Dr. Bernie Garrett commented on the “phone pinky” internet myth.
Several Surrey schools to begin staggered class schedule
CityNews Vancouver | | Media coverage
Nursing Professor Emeritus Dr. Wendy Hall suggested families adjust sleep schedules similarly to school times a week before classes to adjust easier.
Changing the face of long-term care
The Tyee | | Media coverage
School of Nursing professor Dr. Farinaz Havaei's research on resident and family councils was referenced in a story on their importance.
UBC expert sounds alarm on dangers of sleep deprivation during heat wave
The Province | | Media coverage
School of Nursing Professor Emeritus Dr. Wendy Hall discussed how to remain cool at night to improve sleep quality.
UBC Nursing researchers highlight resident and family councils’ impact on long-term care
| Announcement
Two new studies from UBC’s School of Nursing are examining how resident and family councils enhance the experience of long-term care home residents.
BC is in for an 'average' summer, but indoor heat still poses risk: experts
CTV News Vancouver | | Media coverage
Nursing Professor Emeritus Dr. Wendy Hall advised people invest in an air conditioner or buy a fan and place a bowl of ice in front of it to stay cool, as heat can disrupt sleep.
Dr. Scott Ramsay shapes the future of concussion care
The Ubyssey | | Media coverage
School of Nursing Assistant Professor Dr. Scott Ramsay discusses his work in concussion after-care for BC youth, looking at health outcomes after initial diagnoses.