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May 2026
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Betty Irene Moore School of NursingMay 12, 2026Assistant Professor Alex Fauer receives UC award to advance cancer care for older adults
School of Nursing Assistant Professor Alex Fauer has received an early career recognition award to support his School of Nursing research on improving care for aging cancer patients.
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Medical CenterMay 11, 2026Mother’s Day hatch marks start of falcon family’s newest chapter
Chicks have hatched in the campus falcon nest, marking a Mother’s Day milestone for the resident peregrine pair.
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Children's HealthMay 11, 2026Uncovering the root cause of some severe brain diseases in children
A UC Davis team has mapped the structure and mechanics of a critical cellular machine that malfunctions in children with rare, debilitating brain diseases.
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May 11, 2026Construction activity: Street paving and striping at 2nd Avenue and 48th Street
Update: On Monday, May 11, and Saturday, May 16, the CUPx team will pave and stripe 2nd Avenue at 48th Street, resulting in a slight shift to east and west bound traffic.
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May 11, 2026UC Davis Health opens the region’s first adult congenital colorectal clinic
New clinic will care for patients with anorectal malformations, Hirschsprung disease, cloacal anomalies and other congenital colorectal and pelvic conditions.
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Infectious DiseasesMay 08, 2026
Expert Q&A: What is hantavirus and what you need to know
With a recent hantavirus outbreak reported on a cruise ship, infectious diseases expert Dean Blumberg explains what you need to know and how to stay safe.
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ResearchMay 08, 2026Why human review is key to the success of AI in health care
Professor Courtney Lyles discusses ways to detect and prevent bias in AI models and how UC Davis Health is building fairer and more reliable AI systems to serve patients and physicians.
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May 08, 20265 years of first impressions: Guest Relations elevates the UC Davis Health experience
The team shapes how patients and families feel the moment they arrive — offering compassion, clarity and connection when they need it most.
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Cancer CareMay 08, 2026Contrast-enhanced mammography offers clearer view of breast cancer
UC Davis Health expands contrast-enhanced mammography to two more clinics, offering clearer and faster breast cancer detection for patients.
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May 08, 2026Discover what the Ombuds Office can do for you on June 2
To help keep employees informed and engaged in two-way dialogue on key issues, the Public Affairs and Marketing team launched a virtual Lunch and Learn series in 2021. Each session features a brief discussion about an important topic, initiative or campaign, followed by a question-and-answer session.
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May 08, 2026Central Utility Plant expansion marks major milestone with topping-out ceremony
UC Davis Health celebrated a major milestone May 7 with a topping-out ceremony, marking the structural completion of the new CUP Annex.
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May 08, 2026Stockton Boulevard on-ramp closing for 11 days starting May 8
Caltrans announced it will close the Stockton Boulevard on-ramp to westbound Highway 50 for 11 days starting at 10 p.m. Friday, May 8.
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May 08, 2026From mother to mentor: A UC Davis Health duo making a difference together
Jeanelle Rosario submitted a story suggestion via the Insider link about how amazing it has been to work at UC Davis Health alongside her mother, Joan. With Mother’s Day taking place on May 10, it’s the perfect time to spotlight a mother-daughter duo that has worked side-by-side right here at UC Davis Health.
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May 08, 2026UC Davis Staff & Retiree Food Drive accepting donations through the month of May
Donate essential items to support colleagues facing food insecurity and help strengthen the campus community.
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May 07, 2026Leadership Message: Celebrating National Nurses Week 2026
May 6 through May 12 is National Nurses Week during which UC Davis Health honors nurses both here and beyond our health system.
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May 07, 2026School of Medicine announces 2026 Cultivating Team Science Awards
The School of Medicine recently announced Laura Borodinsky, professor in the Department of Physiology & Membrane Biology and Clifford Pereira, professor in the Department of Surgery, as the 2026 recipients of the Cultivating Team Science Awards.
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May 07, 2026Be the face of care: UC Davis Health seeks staff stories for open enrollment
The UC Davis Health marketing team is inviting staff and their families who receive care through UC Davis Health to participate as volunteer models in this year’s open enrollment advertising campaign.
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MIND InstituteMay 07, 2026Autism research in 2026: Strong and diverse, despite funding uncertainty
MIND Institute researcher Christine Wu Nordahl recently served as scientific program chair for the INSAR conference and shares her take on what’s next for autism research.
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May 07, 2026UC Davis CAARE Center participates in Child Abuse Prevention Month
"Child Abuse Prevention Month," recognized annually in April, provides organizations an opportunity to promote children’s well‑being, strengthen families, and elevate prevention‑focused efforts across California.
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May 06, 2026May 13: Free cookies celebrating Hospital Week
In appreciation of our healthcare professionals and in celebration of Hospital Week, UC Davis Health leadership is pleased to distribute free salted chocolate chunk cookies from RED DOOR Desserts and Saint John's Program for Real Change in recognition of your dedication to providing exceptional patient care.
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May 06, 2026Inside the Town Hall Meeting: Leaders share updates and answer employee questions
Employees who were unable to attend the recent Town Hall Meeting can now watch the full recording and hear directly from UC Davis Health leaders on key priorities, updates and what’s ahead.
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May 05, 20262026 Nurses Week: Events & Activities
Nurses Week is just around the corner (May 6-12)! Explore a variety of events and activities happening across the organization to honor and celebrate our nurses.
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May 05, 2026UC Davis Health recognized for advancing stigma-free access to mental health care for health workers
The Wellbeing First Champion designation from the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation is awarded to organizations that have taken clear steps to eliminate intrusive or stigmatizing mental health questions from licensing and credentialing applications.
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May 05, 2026Discover free wellness experiences all May long
Several events and activities are happening the month of May, including multiple meditation sessions, a financial workshop about dealing with debt, a UC systemwide virtual wellness challenge and more.
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May 05, 2026Town Hall Zoom registration now open
UC Davis Health will host a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, May 6, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. via Zoom, featuring a panel of health system leaders sharing key updates and insights.
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May 05, 2026Believe in Better—Continuing the work that matters
At UC Davis Health, “Believe in Better” is not simply a campaign – it is a reflection of who we are and what we stand for. First launched in 2024 and recently extended, this award-winning effort is grounded in a clear understanding – improving the health for all is possible.
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School of MedicineMay 04, 2026Two decades of health equity: How the Center for Reducing Health Disparities became a national model
The UC Davis Center for Reducing Health Disparities marks 20 years of advancing health equity nationwide
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May 04, 2026From farm to Aggie Square: Mobile market brings produce to campus
On select Wednesdays, something fresh is pulling into Aggie Square, and it’s more than just a truck full of produce.
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May 04, 2026UC Davis Health strengthens community impact through new procurement commitment
In recognition of National Small Business Week, May 3–9, 2026, UC Davis Health announced that it has signed the Healthcare Anchor Network’s Impact Procurement Commitment for 2026–30 for the first time, marking an important milestone in its ongoing efforts to strengthen communities through purchasing practices.
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May 04, 2026Air Force Surgeon General’s visit highlights military-civilian partnership
Senior leaders and their teams from the U.S. Air Force visited the Sacramento campus on April 23 to gain a closer look at their military-civilian partnership with UC Davis Health on medical readiness, trauma care and physician training.
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