Featured Projects

Psychological impact of natural disaster

Psychological impact of natural disaster

February 16, 2019 A new study is underway to explore the psychological impact of floods, wildfires and other natural disasters that result from climate change.  Leading this study are UBC Okanagan researchers Dr. Carolyn Szostak, Associate Professor in Psychology, and Dr. Nelly Oelke, Associate Professor in Nursing and IHLCDP Associate.  The researchers are interested in […]

Caregiver Decision Guide

Caregiver Decision Guide

Indigenous Pathways for Diabetes and Obesity Prevention

Indigenous Pathways for Diabetes and Obesity Prevention

Work with 6 BC Interior Friendship and Métis Centres to blend traditional and western knowledge to optimized health and health equity in holistic, patient-centred diabetes and obesity care.

Finding Keys to Reducing Obesity

Finding Keys to Reducing Obesity

IHLCDP Associate, Dr. Sanjoy Ghosh is a biologist and pharmacist leading research at UBC Okanagan on polyunsaturated fats and their role, along with physical inactivity, in increasing rates of obesity and diabetes.

Smoking Cessation Program for Indigenous Dads

Smoking Cessation Program for Indigenous Dads

The DIG Indigenous program is the first group program in the world to support Indigenous fathers and grandfathers in their efforts to quit smoking cigarettes and chewing tobacco.

The ABCs of Assessing Physical Literacy in Older Adults

The ABCs of Assessing Physical Literacy in Older Adults

This innovative tool will to improve the quality of life and increase older adult’s ability to remain actively engage in society.

The Virtual Atrial Fibrillation Clinic

The Virtual Atrial Fibrillation Clinic

Addressing the lack specialty (cardiac) care in rural communities shown to reduce emergency department use and improve older adults’ ability to manage Atrial Fibrillation (AF).

Supporting Mental Health in Rural Communities

Supporting Mental Health in Rural Communities

Focused on improving services and supports for adults 50 and over with mental health concerns in the South Okanagan and Similkameen