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From heart evolution to greenhouse gas

From heart evolution to greenhouse gas

UBCO researchers are challenging established assumptions, innovating solutions and creating new knowledge that will have broad impacts on our society. Here are some of the accomplishments reached in 2019.

Moral challenges still exist around medical assistance in dying

Moral challenges still exist around medical assistance in dying

While Canada may have legalized medical assistance in dying in 2016, the moral challenges continue for primary care workers, including nurse practitioners who can legally assess eligibility for and provide assisted death.

UBCO nursing students host annual Global Gala

UBCO nursing students host annual Global Gala

UBC Okanagan nursing students are organizing a gala evening of food and entertainment as a fundraising initiative for the university’s Global Health Practicum program.

UBC Okanagan public event explores theme of gratitude

UBC Okanagan public event explores theme of gratitude

Maintaining a grateful perspective on life can be difficult even at the best of times. But how does one find gratitude when faced with significant adversity and personal tragedy?

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UBC Okanagan public event explores theme of gratitude

UBC Okanagan public event explores theme of gratitude

Maintaining a grateful perspective on life can be difficult even at the best of times. But how does one find gratitude when faced with significant adversity and personal tragedy?

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Nursing program at OC and UBCO recognized for innovative curriculum

Nursing program at OC and UBCO recognized for innovative curriculum

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at UBC Okanagan and Okanagan College has received long-term accreditation from the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP), which regulates nurse training in the province.

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Nursing program at OC and UBCO recognized for innovative curriculum

Nursing program at OC and UBCO recognized for innovative curriculum

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at UBC Okanagan and Okanagan College has received long-term accreditation from the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP), which regulates nurse training in the province.

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Future of Health Forum focuses on research and innovation in cancer care

Future of Health Forum focuses on research and innovation in cancer care

With cancer remaining the leading cause of death in BC, the first-ever Future of Health Forum will focus on research, innovation and strides to improve outcomes for all cancer patients.

UBC professor examines support programs for fresh nursing graduates

UBC professor examines support programs for fresh nursing graduates

This June, 130 students graduated from UBC Okanagan’s School of Nursing. While a new career is an exciting milestone, it can be challenging for new nurses. Statistics show high attrition rates, with many leaving the profession after just two years.

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UBC professor examines support programs for fresh nursing graduates

UBC professor examines support programs for fresh nursing graduates

This June, 130 students graduated from UBC Okanagan’s School of Nursing. While a new career is an exciting milestone, it can be challenging for new nurses. Statistics show high attrition rates, with many leaving the profession after just two years.

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