FHS Professor Emeritus (and former dean) Tania Bubela was part of this research team that investigated patient preferences for sharing of their health and genomic data. #oncologyresearch #cancerresearch #datasharing #datagovernance #healthdataresearch

NEW #KnowledgeMobilization job opportunity. This Knowledge Mobilization Specialist position will include working with partners across Canada as part of the Agricultural Genomics Action Centre. tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/care…

It is the last week of exams for the summer semester at #SFU. Good luck to all of our students studying and writing final exams during the next few days. You're almost there! 🌟

New research from investigators at the Faculty of Health Sciences and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that racialized and gender minority healthcare workers in British Columbia experienced greater moral distress and turnover, and that impacts differed by profession. #SFUFHS #SFUResearch

Last chance to apply for the #VanierCanada Graduate Scholarships competition. Students: check with your nominating institution for the submission deadline. Nominating institution deadline: Oct. 30, 2024 (20:00 EST). vanier.gc.ca/en/home-accuei…

A huge congrats to SFU Health Sciences alumnus Xiran Jay Zhao 🍉 on winning the Astounding Award for Best New Writer at the 2024 Hugo Awards! 🎉 See the list of winners: ow.ly/LA0W50SXg3f

FHS assistant prof and "rat detective" Kaylee Byers, PhD explains why rat populations in Vancouver can't be controlled via birth control, and why humans need to address underlying environments to resolve rodent infestation concerns. #SFUFHS #SFUResearch #HealthEquity

Excited to congratulate Aniqa Shahid on successfully defending her PhD! 👏🎉 We're incredibly proud of you and your work to improve #HIV and #Covid19 public health efforts both in BC and globally. Can't wait to see what you'll do next! #SFUFHS #SFUResearch

Weight is a bad indicator of health. In head-to-head studies, waist circumference is a better health indicator than weight or BMI. This blog discusses why where fat rests on your body matters. And that might be more important than how much you have. drscottlear.com/2019/11/06/wha…

Latest publication from FHS researchers at the Child Health Policy Centre found that early intervention programs for children that teach skills and resilience have impacts that last well into adulthood, and help prevent opioid misuse. #SFUFHS #SFUResearch #OpioidCrisis

CONFERENCE: Our Planetary Health Research Group is inviting SFU and Burnaby Mountain community members to learning about and take action to make Burnaby Mountain more resilient to our changing climate. Details: sfu.ca/fhs/planetary-… #SFUFHS #SFUResearch #ClimateAction

FHS professor Jeremy Snyder's latest study investigates why crowdfunders are seeking alternative cancer treatments in Tijuana, Mexico and discusses the varied outcomes from these campaigns. cancer.jmir.org/2024/1/e52018 #SFUFHS #SFUResearch #Ethics #CancerTreatment

🚨 Job Opportunity 🚨 Come work with me and my amazing colleagues on Pathway 10 as a Project Coordinator on the global Indigenous-led ⴰⵔⵔⴰⵎⴰⵜ The Ărramăt Project Deadline to apply: Aug 27, 2024 #Indigenoushealth SFU Health Sciences

Call for papers about Advancing Indigenous rights and self-determination to improve wellbeing. *EOI deadline passed but late submissions may be accepted* Send a preliminary indicative title with corresponding author details to: [email protected] PDF🔗 bit.ly/46R1bsK

Looking for something to do this summer? SFU alumni can access savings for PNE/Playland! 🎠🎢 Learn more: ow.ly/Bzyf50SYG6a

There's a new project in the line up for FHS Assistant Professor Elizabeth King. She'll be supported by Amanda Yonkman for this study which examines the impact of physical, mental, and sociodemographic factors on co-morbidities in women with and without HIV. #SFUFHS

LAST CHANCE! SFU Ceremonies & Events is looking for alumni or students to sing O Canada at convocation this Oct. 10-11. 🎶 Email [email protected] to express your interest by TOMORROW, Aug. 28. Unavailable this fall? You can still reach out to be in the loop for future convocations.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED! SFU CERi & Climate Emergency Unit are looking for volunteers to help conduct a content analysis of climate crisis and election coverage in British Columbia broadcasting. No prior experience needed! Apply by Sept 9, 2024: sfu.ca/ceri/job-posti…

FHS student Jaden Gornall's reflects on the interconnection of his life-changing injury, his experiences during field school in rural BC , and the essential need to name our deeply felt emotions as part of healing eco-social systems and addressing planetary health. #SFUFHS

Mark your calendars for SFSS Clubs Days! Find your community with clubs dedicated to culture, sports, interests, career goals, and more. 📍 SFU Burnaby, Convo Mall ⏰ September 10 - 12 | 11 AM - 3 PM 📍 SFU Surrey, Mezzanine ⏰ September 18 | 11 AM - 2 PM