News releases
January 2021
UC Davis Health launches COVID-19 patient vaccinations (video)
January 12, 2021
UC Davis Health began vaccinating its first patients for COVID-19 today.
COVID-19 vaccine information for UC Davis Health patients announced
January 8, 2021
UC Davis Health began notifying its patients today about vaccinations for COVID-19.
New membership signals dedication to improving quality of nursing care for older-adult patients
January 5, 2021
NICHE membership demonstrates UC Davis Health’s organizational commitment and continued progress in improving quality and enhancing the patient and family experience of older adults.
December 2020
UC Davis Health launches new COVID-19 vaccine trial
December 30, 2020
Participants are needed for a new clinical trial at UC Davis Health to test another experimental COVID-19 vaccine that could help address the global pandemic.
Moderna COVID-19 vaccine arrives at UC Davis Medical Center: 10 things to know
December 22, 2020
UC Davis Health has received 4,300 doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine and will continue to inoculate its frontline health care workers. The vaccine is similar to Pfizer’s but has a few key differences, including the way it’s stored, and how far apart its two shots are spaced.
UC Davis Health is prepared to receive Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
December 10, 2020
With an allotment of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to arrive as early as Monday, UC Davis Health is preparing its storage space and its employees for one of the most significant inoculation efforts in recent history.
The ICU: life-saving care during COVID-19 and every day
December 7, 2020
The ICU at UC Davis Health provides care for critically ill patients from a huge region, including those with coronavirus. It can be expanded to adapt to the expected surge in COVID-19 cases.
November 2020
Health leaders struggle to warn people of the new dangers of COVID-19
November 23, 2020
With COVID-19 surging at record rates, health leaders are frustrated with efforts to convince people not to gather for small events or holiday meals. Two experts explain the consequences of ignoring the warnings.
Team Travis medical group visits UC Davis Medical Center
November 13, 2020
Medical reservists from Travis Air Force Base toured UC Davis Medical Center as part of an effort to develop new clinical training opportunities.
Military doctors battle against COVID-19
November 10, 2020
UC Davis Health’s military members have served around the world in a range of situations, including in combat zones. This year, they’ve helped protect their country against a worldwide enemy: COVID-19.