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From BCCHR summer student to medical oncologist: Q&A with Dr. Dimas Yusuf
BCCHR’s Summer Student Research Program has been providing valuable research experience to undergraduate students and medical school students for more than 34 years. Students attend from around the world to learn about the latest in medical research and receive training in skills such as collaboration and public speaking.
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What can B.C. parents do to protect their kids from lead in water?
Lead exposure during childhood has been linked with growth abnormalities, neurodevelopmental conditions, behavioural problems, and reductions in IQ scores.
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What can parents do to support their teens in making healthy choices?
In Canada, obesity and overweight affect nearly 30 per cent of children aged 5-17. Health risks associated with obesity and overweight in this age group include type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, psychological issues (such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and behavioural disorders), asthma, sleep apnea, joint pain, and other conditions.
