Genomic test co-invented by UBC researchers can help millions of breast cancer patients safely avoid chemotherapy
Landmark international trial provides strongest evidence yet that a test co-invented and co-developed by UBC’s Dr. Torsten Nielsen can spare many high-risk breast cancer patients from chemotherapy and its potentially serious side effects
Millions of people with...
June marks Stroke Awareness Month: Know the signs so you can react F.A.S.T –...
As June begins, communities across the country turn their focus to...
Argentina expands hantavirus probe, sending teams to trap and test rats in Mendoza
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentina on Friday said it was expanding its investigation into the origins of the hantavirus outbreak that struck an...
Bat in Haldimand-Norfolk tests positive for rabies, public health says
Listen to this articleEstimated 2 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with...
As Congo grapples with Ebola, volunteers cook up meals to support patients and health...
BUNIA, Congo — For patients in an Ebola outbreak with no approved medicine or vaccine, there is little comfort. But Arlette Basekawike, a...
The scent of supper: Can mosquitoes learn to love DEET?
When it comes to keeping mosquitos from biting, DEET has long been considered the gold standard. Sprayed on before hikes and picnics and...


















