News releases
August 2020
Zulresso brings mother back from postpartum depression
August 5, 2020
The birth of her son should have been a happy time for this new mother. But for Bari, the first three months after she delivered her baby boy were dark. But after taking Zulresso, the first intravenous drug for the treatment of postpartum depression to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), she is able to find joy in her life once more.
Two UC Davis Health experts featured in national medical journal
August 4, 2020
Nancy Lane and Garen Wintemute each have featured commentaries in the Aug. 4 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine. Lane discusses a promising treatment for osteoarthritis. Wintemute has a call to action for health professionals to address disparities in society that are causing violence and harming health.
Larissa May named interim health officer for Yolo County
August 4, 2020
Yolo County has selected UC Davis Health's Larissa May as its interim health officer to help craft policy and guide the Board of Supervisors on its health strategies.
UC Davis Children's Hospital is named gold safe sleep champion by National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program
August 3, 2020
UC Davis Children’s Hospital has been recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a gold safe sleep champion for its commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep.
July 2020
Cardiac rehabilitation program achieves recertification
July 27, 2020
UC Davis Health’s Cardiac-Vascular Rehabilitation Program has been recertified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. This renewed certification recognizes UC Davis’ continuing commitment to improving the health and quality of life of patients with heart and blood vessel disease through a supervised, evidence-based exercise and education program.
North Addition’s new art connects to culture of the region and of UC Davis Health
July 24, 2020
More than 80 pieces of art from the UC Davis Health collection – ranging from paintings and full wall murals to medallions and digital images – bring depth, energy and beauty to the newest building on the Sacramento campus.
UC Davis Health, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial launch telehealth ICU services
July 23, 2020
UC Davis Health and Adventist Health Lodi Memorial have launched the Lodi hospital’s first telehealth intensive care unit to provide a link between clinicians at each hospital and enhance round-the-clock care for patients.
UC Davis Medical Center rated among the Best Maternity Care Hospitals by Newsweek
July 17, 2020
UC Davis Medical Center is one of Newsweek’s Best Maternity Care Hospitals in 2020, according to rankings released today.
UC Davis Children's Hospital gives local girl every opportunity to just be a kid
July 14, 2020
Isabella Lazzerini's two rare diagnoses warrant ongoing, specialized care but that doesn't stop her from enjoying life.
Burn center team braces for wildfire season
July 10, 2020
The number and intensity of Northern California wildfires trigger fear that there could be another one in 2020. Preparing for that possibility is a central mission of the Firefighters Burn Institute Regional Burn Center at UC Davis Medical Center.
Advanced heart pump and line dancing bring fuller life back to heart patient
July 8, 2020
Alice Marez says she was saved by UC Davis surgeons, an LVAD pump and line dancing. If she had to choose only one, 79-year-old Marez might just pick the line dancing.
Children’s Miracle Network at UC Davis announces local 2020 champion
July 8, 2020
Isabella Lazzerini has been a patient at UC Davis Children's Hospital since she was three days old.
Hospital patient and care team member discover their unique bond
July 7, 2020
Medical student Pauline Nguyen was amazed when she learned that a patient she was caring for had funded one of her scholarships.
UC Davis Medical Center again listed among ‘100 Great Hospitals in America’
July 1, 2020
In the annual list assembled by Becker’s Hospital Review, UC Davis Medical Center was selected based on analysis of ranking and award agencies that recognize excellence, leadership and innovation in the hospital and health care sector.
June 2020
Fireworks in the age of COVID-19: More dangers than ever
June 26, 2020
This year, with most public fireworks displays canceled due to COVID-19, personal use of fireworks and related injuries are expected to increase.
UC Davis Vascular Center lab earns reaccreditation
June 24, 2020
The UC Davis Vascular Center’s lab has been reaccredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission for vascular testing in extracranial cerebrovascular testing, peripheral venous testing, peripheral arterial testing and visceral vascular testing.
UC Davis Health helps bring triplets into the world during COVID-19 pandemic
June 24, 2020
When Amanda Boucher found out that she was expecting triplets, she turned to UC Davis Medical Center, which offers expertise across all areas of high-risk obstetrical care.
UC Davis Health provides telehealth services to 14 counties in new Partnership HealthPlan of California affiliation
June 23, 2020
UC Davis Health has entered into a new agreement to provide pediatric telehealth services to the 14 Northern California counties that Partnership HealthPlan of California (PHC) serves, starting July 1, 2020.
Wall of Hope gives families optimism and inspiration
June 23, 2020
The Wall of Hope, located next to the entrance of the NSICU, was started by certified neuroscience registered nurse Delia Christian about 13 years ago. Its location is intentional -- it’s the first thing patients and families see when entering the NSICU, and the last thing they see when they leave.
Defining paths to possible mother to child coronavirus transmission
June 23, 2020
UC Davis Health physicians defined the conditions of viral transmission from mother to baby during pregnancy and delivery.
Male contraception clinical trial launches in Sacramento
June 22, 2020
UC Davis Health is testing a potential new birth control option that could lead to the first male hormonal birth control on the market.
Among the nation’s best
June 16, 2020
UC Davis Children’s Hospital is nationally ranked in four pediatric specialties in the new 2020-21 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings by U.S. News & World Report, published online today.
With the help of UC Davis Children’s Hospital, pediatric patient gets to celebrate turning nine years old
June 16, 2020
Every birthday is a milestone when you have cystic fibrosis.
UC Davis Vascular Center named a TCAR Center of Excellence
June 12, 2020
The UC Davis Vascular Center has been named a TCAR Center of Excellence for the high quality of its care team and patient outcomes for transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR).
A teacher’s learning experience with stroke
June 11, 2020
Peter Dwyer’s birthday this year may not have happened at all. Last September, the retired high school teacher was raking leaves when his left side suddenly buckled. He had experienced an acute ischemic stroke.
Northern California hospital partnership saves local girl’s life
June 11, 2020
From Red Bluff to Redding to Sacramento, Harper Bruckenstein held on for dear life.
Falcons at UC Davis Medical Center
June 10, 2020
The nest is much less active these days as the young peregrine chicks at UC Davis Medical Center are now spreading their wings, practicing flight and rarely spending much time at home anymore.
UC Davis Dental Clinic reopens today using coronavirus best practices
June 9, 2020
By leveraging the strengths of UC Davis Health, the UC Davis Dental Clinic will reopen with a series of COVID-19 prevention protocols that are unique in the Sacramento region.
Davis teen suffers ski injury, has successful surgery during COVID-19
June 5, 2020
Audrey Adamchak's love for the outdoors took her to Dartmouth, but a fall brought her back to UC Davis Health.
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