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Using cannabis can ease cravings for street-level drugs, UBC research suggests

Using cannabis can ease cravings for street-level drugs, UBC research suggests

New findings from researchers at the University of British Columbia suggest that cannabis could play a role in addressing the ongoing opioid overdose crisis.

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UBCO author’s book about who owns your data nominated for top prize

UBCO author’s book about who owns your data nominated for top prize

Professor talks about the digital age, data collection and what’s to worry about

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UBCO research gives stroke survivors control

UBCO research gives stroke survivors control

Dr. Sarah Kraeutner shifts stroke research to recovery as Canadians survive longer.

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Nana drives a Benz: An African success story

Nana drives a Benz: An African success story

How female entrepreneurs built an economic textile monopoly

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UBCO faculty members to voice concern at Columbia River symposium

UBCO faculty members to voice concern at Columbia River symposium

Two-day virtual event highlights the history and governance of the Columbia River Basin

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How the arts can help us live with climate change

How the arts can help us live with climate change

Dr. Astrida Neimanis wants to create spaces where we can practice living differently in response to the climate crisis.

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Take control of your data, UBC Okanagan professor says

Take control of your data, UBC Okanagan professor says

Dr. Wendy Wong explores privacy, data rights, human rights

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The doctor is in

The doctor is in

Dr. Lesley Lutes’ vision is for a healthier future where everyone gets the psychological care they need, when they need it.

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Two hours in nature for better health

Two hours in nature for better health

UBC Okanagan’s Distinguished Speaker Series to feature internationally recognized physician, nature advocate Dr. Melissa Lem

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Supreme Court of Canada Justice to speak at UBCO

Supreme Court of Canada Justice to speak at UBCO

Who should have the final say on laws? The judiciary or parliament

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