Aug 15, 2022 | Concussion, News, Sport and Recreation
BCIRPU Director Dr. Ian Pike will lead the Vancouver study site on injuries and concussions in female youth rugby, as part of a large study funded by World Rugby that will take place across Canada and the United Kingdom. Led by University of Calgary researchers Drs....
Mar 15, 2022 | Concussion, News, Sport and Recreation
More than half of concussions in North America are among youth, the most at-risk group for brain injury from sports. To tackle this issue, researchers at the University of British Columbia Vancouver are seeking participants to take part in the SHRed Concussions study...
May 26, 2021 | Concussion, News, Sport and Recreation
Concussions are the most common form of head injury. Young people who get concussions take longer to recover and are at higher risk of developing symptoms that persist for many months after their injury. We want to improve the ways in which concussions are prevented,...
Apr 23, 2021 | News, Sport and Recreation
Babies and children have sensitive skin that can be damaged easily by sun exposure. Did you know that you and your baby or child can sunburn in as little as 15 minutes? Babies burn more easily because they are not born with a developed skin protection system. Full...
Apr 15, 2021 | Concussion, News, Social Marketing, Sport and Recreation
Our partner in social marketing, the Community Against Preventable Injuries (Preventable) brought home several International Safety Media Awards (ISMA) this year. Congratulations to the Preventable team for all your hard work. ISMA are the Oscars of the safety...
Feb 10, 2021 | News, Sport and Recreation
When snow and freezing temperatures are in the forecast, make sure you’re prepared before venturing out in the snow. Playing outside is healthy for everyone, but frostbite can put a damper on the fun. Warm Clothing Dress appropriately for the weather. Any part of the...