A recent study led by Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI) researcher Dr. Daljeet Chahal, and supported by VCHRI researchers Drs. Peter Kwan and Eric Yoshida, has unveiled that a significant portion of the Greater Vancouver population is living with undiagnosed metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD).
Up to 43 per cent of women will experience low sexual desire at some point in their lifetimes, often accompanied by significant distress and relationship strain. New research headed by Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher Dr. Katrina Bouchard is filling a gap in psycho-social care for this population, testing a new couple therapy designed specifically for those experiencing sexual interest/arousal disorder (SIAD).
While regular physical activity is one of the most effective ways to make the heart stronger and more efficient, pushing the body past its limits can place unique demands on the cardiovascular system. For athletes and highly active individuals, especially those over 35 years of age or with underlying heart conditions, sustaining a healthy and challenging exercise routine for years to come requires understanding how to manage risk.
A prevention strategy developed by B.C. researchers reduces the risk of the most common and deadly form of ovarian cancer by nearly 80 per cent, according to a new study published today in JAMA Network Open.
The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has announced the results of its Fall 2025 project grant competition. Congratulations to all the VCHRI researchers who were awarded project grants.
GRACE: Gynecologic Risk Assessment for Cancer Evaluation — Self-Collect Vaginal Swab as a Novel Testing Strategy for BRCA Germline Carrier Identification: A Validation Study
Gamifying daily fitness using carrots instead of sticks was the goal of a step-tracking smartphone app called Carrot Rewards. Under the direction of Dr. Guy Faulkner, a Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher and specialist in applied public health, researchers examined associations between the app’s micro-incentives and which users reached their daily step goals.
Despite being a natural part of the lifecycle, much is still unknown about the process of dying. In their groundbreaking study, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI) researcher Dr. Mypinder Sekhon and PhD candidate Jordan Bird reframe the moments before death as a biological transition, rather than a single moment, filling in missing pieces of the puzzle to understanding the final stages of life.
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Stirling Bryan as Interim Executive Director, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute (VCHRI) and Associate Dean Research, Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia (UBC), effective February 1, 2026.
Winter conditions can increase the risk of falls, especially for older adults and individuals with mobility conditions, particularly from snow, ice and reduced daylight. Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute researcher Dr. Jennifer Davis shares practical strategies for staying safe and confident during the winter months.
