Topics: Nursing
How AI social robots could support people living with dementia and their care providers
Beyond | | Media coverage
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…
B.C. teens trying cannabis, alcohol or tobacco at lowest rate in 30 years, study finds
The Globe and Mail (subscription) | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc commented on young people trying cannabis.
SOGI 123: What is it and why are people protesting over it?
Global News | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc commented on SOGI 123 in the classroom.
This clinic for gender-affirming health care went private. The founder wishes it didn't have to
CBC | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc said political messages around gender-affirming care can discourage providers from providing care to some patients, further affecting access.
Puberty blockers: What to know about the medication — and where Canadian politicians stand
Yahoo | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc commented on Alberta's proposed legislation to restrict trans youth health care.
Ready to spring forward? When daylight saving time 2024 begins in Canada
Global News | | Media coverage
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.
Canada postpones plan to allow euthanasia for mentally ill
Voice of America | | Media coverage
Nursing professor emeritus Dr. Sally Thorne commented on medical assistance in dying.
Puberty blockers can't be started at 18 when youth have already developed: experts
Toronto Star | | Media coverage
Nursing professor Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc said politicizing medical care could cause trans adolescents to be silent if they are being mistreated.
BC’s first seniors advocate steps down
The Tyee | | Media coverage
Nursing adjunct professor Dan Levitt has been appointed as B.C.’s new seniors advocate.
Advocates react to Alberta's legislation to restrict trans youth health care
CBC Early Edition | | Media coverage
UBC School of Nursing's Dr. Elizabeth Saewyc weighs in on how Alberta's legislation could impact trans youth.