British Columbia Centre for Excellence
The BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS (BC-CfE) is Canada’s largest HIV/AIDS research, treatment and education facility—nationally and internationally recognized as an innovative world leader in combating HIV/AIDS and related diseases. The made-in-BC Treatment as Prevention® strategy (TasP® ) pioneered by Dr. Julio Montaner, inspired the ambitious global UNAIDS 90-90-90 Target to end AIDS as a global pandemic by 2030.
27-DEC-2024
Vancouver-based artist and activist Joe Average dies at age 67
Beloved Vancouver-based artist and activist Joe Average has passed away at the age of 67.
Friends and family confirm he died on Christmas Eve.
Known for his vividly colourful art pieces depicting people, animals and flowers, Average was also a champion of LGBTQ2+ rights.
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The executive director of the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS is calling on governments across the country and abroad to implement a comprehensive strategy to reduce deaths and infections after new research identified solutions towards the goal of an HIV-free generation. Dr. Julio Montaner’s call comes after research published
Doctors working to limit the spread of syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea — and their potential complications if left untreated — are turning to a promising new means of prevention. It’s known as DoxyPEP, which stands for doxycycline (an antibiotic) post-exposure prophylaxis. Some liken it to a “morning-after pill,” as you
Megan Obermayer: FHS Award for Outstanding Service to the Faculty of Health Sciences Throughout her undergraduate degree, Megan Obermayer was involved in various aspects of the health sciences community, including volunteering with the Health Sciences Undergraduate Journal and the FHS Peer Mentorship Program. One of her most memorable experiences was
The Faculty of Health Sciences is pleased to highlight the work of four students who received funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) in support of their graduate research. Maggie Duncan CIHR Canada Doctoral Graduate Scholarship 2023 competition Doctoral
VANCOUVER – An expanded Hope to Health clinic will help more people with complex health, mental-health and addiction challenges in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside (DTES). “When someone makes the brave decision to ask for help, they need to be met with compassion, support and receive immediate access to treatment,” said Premier
B.C. is taking action to make illicit drug use illegal in all public spaces, including inside hospitals, on transit and in parks. It’s part of several new measures introduced by the Province, focused on providing police with more tools to address public safety while offering support and access to treatment
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