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Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management

The Stronger Together project connects patients with expert resources, online counselling, daily health trackers and opportunities to build social connections with Canadians experiencing similar health circumstances.

New UBC research partnership connects patients with virtual health communities

By Patty Wellborn on January 6, 2021

Researchers with the UBC Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management (CCDPM) have teamed up with digital health company Curatio to provide Canadians with virtual health support during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Posted in Media Releases | Tagged Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management, Health, Research, Southern Medical Program

With gyms, recreation centres and sports programs closed due to COVID-19, people living with disabilities are looking for creative ways to stay active at home.

Researchers team up to support people with disabilities

By Patty Wellborn on May 7, 2020

For many people, staying active during COVID-19 isolation can be a struggle. More so for people living with disabilities, says UBC Okanagan’s Kathleen Martin Ginis.

Posted in Media Releases | Tagged Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management, Faculty of Health and Social Development, Learning, Research, Southern Medical Program

Vernon’s Josh Dueck is one of many people who have given the physical activity guidelines a test drive. Photo by: OI Canada

UBCO professor simplifies exercise advice for spinal cord injury

By Patty Wellborn on March 2, 2020

A team of researchers has developed an online platform of tried and true resources to help people living with spinal cord injury (SCI) lead a more active life.

Posted in Media Releases, Spotlight | Tagged Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management, Faculty of Medicine, Research

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