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. 

Going against one’s moral compass can generate a sick feeling in the stomach. It is also a contributing factor to the emotional distress that is pushing some health care workers out of the profession.

A research study led by Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher Dr. Peter Dodek investigated the effectiveness of a novel approach to help reduce moral distress among health care workers at a Vancouver-based, 11-bed intensive care unit (ICU).