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There’s no cure for measles; here’s how to protect yourself from one of the most contagious pathogens on Earth

Larry Loyie paved the way for Residential School Survivors to use writing as a way to process experience, thrive and educate others

Aging often brings losses to different social connections that can put healthy eating at risk

Individuals can help strengthen democracy, and doing so can even be social and celebratory

Land-based learning programs can help address ecological grief and foster community

Getting tougher on building codes, regulating development and creating FireSmart incentives for homeowners could help, UBC experts say

Tips include planning meals, sharing food and making the most of leftovers

Learning to use social media in smarter ways can help make you feel less lonely and reduce stress

Identifying barriers to EI, CPP and more can help overcome wealth inequality

People may respect authority, group loyalty and group traditions more strongly at certain times of year.

Society collapses when we cannot collectively meet the basic needs of the majority of the population

How we can make Canadian cities more flood-proof

Planning is needed to balance overcrowding, wildlife protection, say UBC Okanagan researchers

More resilient buildings help people get back in their homes faster after an earthquake

How to build sun-safe and creative outdoor play environments

Olympic and Paralympic initiatives can help advance sports at lower levels—but there’s more to be done

Like Residential Schools, Indian Hospitals were created as a method to segregate, isolate and control Indigenous people in Canada

Everyday choices can help to reduce emissions in our food systems

Tips for maintaining energy, meal prep and managing medications while fasting

Exploring the evolution of Black women’s voices, from blues to Beyoncé

Artificial intelligence could help personalize care at home and in long-term settings

Why we need to treat substance-use disorders as a public health crisis and stop an international spread

Researchers must work with the most vulnerable populations to build a more resilient city

Generations of viewers recognize the long struggle for queer liberation

Tips for conserving water in British Columbia

The 1923 Chinese Immigration Act banned Chinese immigration to Canada for 24 years

Here’s how the community could help newcomers find a sense of belonging

Climate activist Naomi Klein shares insights on tackling climate injustice in BC, Canada and beyond

How social media advocacy can lead to positive, real-life change

Supporting change in your own sphere of influence is just one way to make a difference.

The length of time partners must live together to be considered “common law” may surprise you—and it’s different in BC and federal law.

Gig work is much broader than Uber drivers and food-delivery workers

Gig workers must balance the risks and benefits as employment law starts to catch up

Communities can save lives by incorporating safe bathroom practices and raising awareness about overdose

What to expect and where to get your influenza vaccine, along with answers to some common questions

Microaggressions reinforce power structures and actually harm our health

Like residential schools in Canada, Indian days schools were created to assimilate Indigenous children and eradicate their culture

From reducing your plastic use to choosing sustainable seafood, every action counts

Despite learning that climate change is hitting the planet faster than scientists predicted, society has been slow to decrease the use of fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Climate storytelling can help us navigate the complexity and find solutions.

Artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing consumer behaviour, putting privacy at risk

This Q&A with a UBC addictions expert answers some key questions about the decriminalization of illegal drugs in BC

Why we need to address the inequities that communities face in dealing with wildfires

Director of the UBC Innocence Project explains what this means for Klassen and how his case highlights problems with the legal system

Silvia Moreno-Garcia interviews author Nalo Hopkinson on finding allies and empowering diverse voices

Teaching children about boundaries can help shift our culture around interpersonal trauma

A new way of valuing housing density could lead to truly affordable housing

More support for doctors will increase access to timely health care for Canadians

A new tool co-developed by UBC experts helps to estimate how much affordable housing a city needs

Practices that help slow the spread of COVID-19 can also reduce your risk of the flu, colds and other illnesses

UBC’s Dr. Michael Curry weighs in on how to reduce your risk of getting sick

Knowing what to look for and how to use a take-home naloxone kit can save a life, says the Executive Director of the BC Centre on Substance Use

UBC experts say we need to normalize the conversation, as we’ve done with other health conditions

UBC Faculty of Medicine’s Dr. Ran Goldman offers tips for parents to protect children who are not yet immunized against COVID-19 in Canada

The Citizen’s Coolkit offers ideas for action to help cool your neighbourhood

Vaccine researcher Anna Blakney answers questions about travel and transmission after vaccination

Strategies such as exaggerating eye expressions can help us better understand one another

The demographics of Black people in the British Columbia population are unique to the rest of Canada

Worldwide survey seeks input on everyone’s mental health

Stigma leads to social, health and economic distress

You might be surprised at how people could transform pockets of city land

Physical distancing has disrupted the lives of many active seniors; here’s how to adapt

Community members and organizations can help older adults connect online during the COVID-19 pandemic