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Winter’s vacay rays may do more damage than summer sun

Perception that seniors’ poor sleep is ‘normal’ needs challenging

Ask an expert: How can I protect myself from brain injury and concussion?

Collaboration and ingenuity lead to safer transport and handling of cardiac surgery device

People in profile: Lidia Engel

Meaningful heart health care is made possible through clinical trials

Surgical screw cutter a promising device for orthopaedic care in developing countries

Patient care around addiction often out of step with current research findings

Ask an Expert: How are my eyes being affected by hours of screen time every day?

Younger women have significantly greater risk of dying after heart attack than young men

Well done VCHRI Sun Run Team! + People in profile: Colleen Lau

Females often left out of neuroscience research around stress and depression

Making every dollar count in the fight against HIV in B.C.

Ask an expert: Angelina Jolie got the public discussion started — what do I need to know about my own risks for ovarian cancer?

Breakthrough blood test personalizes and optimizes prostate cancer treatment

Balance and other simple physical function measurements can predict cognitive decline

People in profile: Peter Raven

Paediatric palliative care offers value beyond comfort for families

Rehabilitation research site proves far-reaching and influential among health care providers

Ask an expert: Even though I don’t drink alcohol, do I still need to worry about liver disease?

Catching our breath: Why lung research needs to ‘outpace’ persistent air pollution

People in profile: Peggy Assinck

Kids can jump, skip, spring, and run their way to stronger bones

Simple audio-conferences potentially bridge wide gaps in patient care