Researchers at the Vancouver Prostate Centre have discovered that prostate cancer cells use a property in the androgen receptor to enhance the production and spread of the disease. The groundbreaking study, led by Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher Dr. Nada Lallous and Dr. Joerg Gsponer, and published in Nucleic Acids Research, lays the foundation to investigate novel therapies to target and destroy prostate cancer.
A Study of Bortezomib, Lenalidomide and Dexamethasone (VRd) Followed by Cilta-cel, a CAR-T Therapy
Directed Against BCMA Versus VRd Followed by Lenalidomide and Dexamethasone (Rd) Therapy in Participants With
Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma for Whom ASCT is Not Planned as Initial Therapy (CARTITUDE-5 MMY3004)
As the world continues to experience the effects of climate change, there is an urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, including within the health sector. Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher Dr. Andrea MacNeill explains why making this move can be good for the environment and people’s health.
The end of a year is a time to reflect on what we have accomplished and to plan for what lies ahead. As we gradually emerge from the global pandemic, I would like to take a moment to consider how 2022 has, in many ways, been a year of renewal and growth.
While many people often associate sunburns with summer heat, there is still a significant risk of sun damage during the colder, cloudier winter months. This can lead to the development of skin cancer as well as premature ageing, in addition to other seasonal concerns such as dry and itchy skin. VCH dermatologist Dr. Harvey Lui shares his recommendations on staying sun safe year-round.
A connection between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and early life antibiotic exposure has been found in some studies. However, research led by Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute investigator, Dr. Gillian Hanley, found no relationship between the development of ASD among children born to mothers who took antibiotics during labour and delivery of their infant.
Sport-related head injury is a significant health concern that can lead to harmful effects down the line, such as permanent brain injury. Research led by Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher Dr. Lyndia Wu and Ahmad Rezaei used a novel computer vision algorithm to create a head injury baseline that could help protect sports participants from short- and long-term negative outcomes from head impacts.
