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August 2026
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Children's HealthAugust 24, 2026UC Davis-led initiative drives dramatic improvements in adolescent behavioral health screening nationwide
An initiative led by UC Davis Health helped pediatric clinics across the country dramatically improve adolescent behavioral health screening.
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August 24, 2026UC Davis Health readers share favorite books to inspire your next read
UC Davis Health community members recommended books across genres such as fantasy, historical fiction, memoir, thrillers, nonfiction, romance, social justice and more. Check out the UC Davis Health book recommendation list.
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August 24, 2026Free Little Library coming to 48X — Help fill the shelves!
Book donations are now being accepted to help create a welcoming resource for patients, visitors and staff.
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Obstetrics and GynecologyAugust 21, 2026Small Dose, Big Impact: Patient grateful for OB/GYN’s peer collaboration
This patient admired when her physician took an extra step behind the scenes.
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August 21, 2026Recognizing excellence in patient experience: FY26 Q4 Diamond Docs
UC Davis Health is proud to recognize 155 physicians as recipients of the Diamond Doc Award for the fourth quarter of FY26. This distinguished honor celebrates providers who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to patient-centered care, earning scores in the 90th percentile or higher on patient experience surveys.
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Cancer CareAugust 20, 2026UC Davis Health expands cancer care services in Marysville, honors longtime oncologist
UC Davis Cancer Care Network is expanding cancer services in Marysville with new infusion chairs, added staff and advanced technology, bringing more world-class care closer to home.
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August 20, 2026Leadership Message: The CARE Project—Advancing healing through compassion
As employees of UC Davis Health, we are in the unique and privileged position of helping people heal. While patients come to us for our expertise and innovation, it is often our compassion, humanity, and everyday acts of kindness that leave the greatest impact.
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Children's HealthAugust 20, 2026Children’s Hospital receives Adult Congenital & Pediatric Cardiology Award
UC Davis Children’s Hospital has earned national recognition for its commitment to high-quality care for patients with adult congenital heart disease and pediatric cardiology.
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August 19, 2026Aijun Wang named director of new Center for Bioengineering in Medicine
Aijun Wang, professor of Surgery and Biomedical Engineering, has been appointed director of the School of Medicine’s new Center for Bioengineering in Medicine.
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August 19, 2026POP Award: The leader who turns simple ideas into stronger teams
From plant swaps to holiday crafting breaks, Melissa creates meaningful opportunities for connection, belonging and collaboration among colleagues.
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August 18, 2026Staff Assembly: Breakfast with the Chancellor
UC Davis Health staff and senior leaders gathered Aug. 13 for the Staff Assembly Health’s Annual Awards and Welcome Breakfast, celebrating outstanding employee contributions, a year of Staff Assembly accomplishments and the beginning of a new term for the Staff Assembly Executive Committee.
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Betty Irene Moore School of NursingAugust 18, 2026Nursing school founding dean Heather M. Young retires from UC Davis faculty
Heather M. Young, founding dean of the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis, retires from faculty role to focus on national fellowship program.
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August 18, 2026Construction activity: Temporary SESP third-floor OR shutdowns
On August 22, 23 and 29, Swinerton/Steris will shut down ORs 36, 37 and 38, respectively, to install monitors.
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Cancer CareAugust 17, 2026Cancer center earns renewed ‘comprehensive’ designation
The National Cancer Institute recognizes UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center among the nation’s elite and awards nearly $18 million grant.
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August 17, 2026Horses & Hogs revs up for second lap
The Health Administrative Services building team is excited to announce that, due to the popularity of the 2025 Horses & Hogs event, it will take a second lap.
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August 17, 2026
Construction activity: Concrete drilling in SESP Basement
Monday, August 17, through Friday, August 28, the California Tower project team will begin concrete drilling in the SESP basement.
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ResearchAugust 14, 20263 UC Davis Health researchers awarded state grants to advance health equity through precision medicine
Three UC Davis Health researchers will soon begin projects to advance health equity, thanks to grants from the California Initiative to Advance Precision Medicine.
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August 14, 2026Physicians: Earn extra pay by signing up for Access Plus clinics
Help increase patient access and reduce wait times, especially for new patients.
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August 13, 2026Leadership Message: Evolution of exercise—from competitive sport to precision digital medicine
As we recognize National Wellness Month this August, it is a great time to reflect on how movement, community, and evidence-based exercise can support lifelong well-being.
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August 13, 2026New Regulated Waste Disposal Guide and updated waste resources now available
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) has updated several regulated waste posters and flyers to reflect the transition to Clean Harbors as UC Davis Health's regulated waste vendor.
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August 13, 2026Employee’s locked car highlights helpful, no-cost service
An employee accidentally locked herself out of her car. Luckily, UC Davis Health's Parking and Transportation has a free service to help!
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August 13, 2026Change coming soon to dual campus parking
Beginning Sept. 1, 2026, UC Davis Health will no longer issue Temporary Notice of Virtual Permits for dual campus parking. UC Davis Health D permit holders who wish to use dual campus parking benefits must claim a monthly UC Davis Dual Campus permit.
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August 12, 2026Student-led research highlights innovative tobacco treatment for Asian American communities
Faculty mentorship and community-engaged research helped UC Davis students develop and publish a study evaluating a proactive tobacco cessation outreach strategy at a student-run free clinic.
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August 11, 2026There's still time to submit your art to Healing HeARTS
Submit your creation for a chance to be displayed in the employee art gallery! Deadline is October 1.
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August 11, 2026Vice Chancellor, delegation cultivate partnerships in Taiwan
Vice Chancellor Mark Rosenblatt traveled to Taiwan during Aug. 3–8, leading a UC Davis Health delegation focused on strengthening partnerships with technology companies, research institutes, and universities.
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MIND InstituteAugust 10, 2026Conference aims to help Spanish-speaking families navigate services for autism, other developmental disabilities
The eighth annual conference for the Spanish-speaking community is hosted by the MIND Institute and community partners.
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August 10, 2026Sign up today: Honor, remember and serve on Sept. 12
Join the Veterans Employee Association on Sept. 12 for a day of service, remembrance and community engagement honoring those who served our nation.
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Diabetes and EndocrinologyAugust 10, 2026UC Davis Health improves inpatient diabetes care with team approach that puts safety first
UC Davis Health improved blood sugar control and patient safety through a coordinated team approach to inpatient diabetes care.
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August 10, 2026UC Davis Health opens new Organ Donor Care Unit to expand donations and save more lives
UC Davis Health has opened a new Organ Donor Care Unit, expanding its partnership with Sierra Donor Services and strengthening its efforts to advance organ donation and transplantation throughout the region and beyond.
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Children's HealthAugust 07, 2026Physicians call for urgent reforms to sustain the future of neonatal critical care
Physicians warn that neonatal critical care is facing a significant workforce and professional identity crisis, despite the specialty’s essential role in caring for the sickest newborns.
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