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June 2026
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MIND InstituteJune 23, 2026
Can friendly social robots help ease a child’s anxiety at the doctor’s office?
A study at the UC Davis MIND Institute is examining if social robots, called LOVOTS, can reduce stress for children at medical appointments.
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June 23, 2026Q&A: Learn more about the Systematizing Tobacco Cessation in Primary Care Quick Start Guide
The UC Davis Center for Healthcare Policy and Research’s Healthy Living Clinic Initiative found that a system-based, quality improvement approach can significantly improve tobacco cessation services in primary care. The team created a Quick Start Guide to help clinics strengthen their efforts.
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Medical CenterJune 23, 2026First flights: three falcon chicks launch into the sky
Christina, Annie and Genevieve have officially taken flight!
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June 23, 2026Feeling burned out or stretched thin?
Coaching is a collaborative process in which a trained professional works with you to set meaningful goals and develop practical strategies for achieving success. If you’re a UC Davis Health employee interested in learning more about complimentary coaching, try an initial strategy session and discover what coaching can do for you.
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MIND InstituteJune 22, 2026Virtual Summer Institute will focus on tech use and neurodevelopmental disabilities
The 2026 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities will highlight the use of technology: research, risks and strategies for support.
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June 22, 2026OEHC transitions employee health communications to MyUCDavisHealth (MyChart)
Employees will use MyUCDavisHealth to complete and submit OEHC requirements, including annual TB, flu, and respiratory questionnaires, and to receive communications about occupational exposures such as bloodborne pathogen and infectious disease exposures.
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June 22, 2026Volunteers needed: Teams power supply recovery effort across UC Davis Health
UC Davis Health continues to navigate supply chain challenges stemming from the Medline warehouse fire while maintaining uninterrupted patient care.
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June 22, 2026Rerouting Traffic in North Addition Office Building (NAOB)
To support the efficient receipt, inventory management and distribution of supplies through the new Distribution Hub in NAOB Room 1001, employee traffic flow within the building is being temporarily adjusted.
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June 18, 2026School of Medicine announces interim chair appointments
The UC Davis School of Medicine announced two interim chair appointments, naming Joshua J. Fenton to lead the Department of Family and Community Medicine and Arta Monjazeb to lead the Department of Radiation Oncology. Both appointments are effective July 1, 2026.
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Children's HealthJune 18, 2026“Stool School” helps parents master infant ostomy care
When Michael Randel was born with no anal opening, his family enrolled in a unique program to learn how to care for his ostomy.
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Children's HealthJune 18, 2026Delivering better care for premature infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia
A study has demonstrated a new computational method that could better predict which infants will develop bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
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Cancer CareJune 18, 2026International Day of Light highlights cancer research and community partnerships
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center hosted the International Day of Light, uniting cancer center researchers and their community partners.
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June 18, 2026Folsom MCC staff celebrates growth with frozen treats
Nearly a year into opening, the Folsom Medical Care Clinic's success shines.
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Children's HealthJune 17, 2026UC Davis Children’s Hospital names new surgeon-in-chief
Accomplished academic pediatric surgeon Kathleen van Leeuwen has been appointed surgeon-in-chief of UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
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June 17, 2026Like father, like daughter: A shared path in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Both Jeff and Jessica Mann work in outpatient physical therapy. Because it’s quite unique for a father and daughter to not only work in the same field, at the same organization, in the same department and in a similar role, Internal Communications asked the Manns a few questions about their experience.
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Cancer CareJune 17, 2026Historic study looks at cancer risk in Asian Americans
ASPIRE study recruits Asian Americans in Sacramento to examine cancer disparities, risk factors, with the aim of improving prevention, screening and culturally tailored interventions.
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June 17, 2026UC shares General Salary Increase Program details for policy-covered employees
Eligibility requirements, effective dates and additional compensation review information are now available.
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June 17, 2026Cool photo: Pediatric diabetes staff who also have Type 1 diabetes
Our team knows what it is like to have Type 1 diabetes because they have also been there!
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June 16, 2026Photo gallery: 2026 PRIDE Information Hub
Hundreds of UC Davis Health employees, students, family members, friends and allies came together to celebrate Sacramento Pride, filling downtown with color, energy and community spirit.
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Violence PreventionJune 16, 2026Data suggests ‘red flag’ laws are linked to sustained reductions in arrests
Individuals issued extreme risk protection orders, also known as “red flag” laws, had lower arrest rates during the order — and even after it expired.
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Neurological HealthJune 16, 2026Neuroscientist Sergey Stavisky wins prestigious Pew Biomedical Scholar Award
UC Davis neuroscientist Sergey Stavisky will join the Pew Scholars Program in the Biomedical Sciences to continue his work studying how the brain encodes speech and language.
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Neurological HealthJune 15, 2026
Brain-computer interface enables independent, accurate communication for man living with ALS
A new UC Davis study, published in the journal Nature Medicine, shows a brain-computer interface system allows man living with ALS to ‘speak’ clearly, unassisted for a prolonged period.
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June 15, 2026Paws for Celebration: 3rd Annual Perioperative Quality and Safety Koala-TY Awards
Perioperative Services held its third annual Perioperative Quality and Safety Koala-TY Awards to highlight the contributions the staff have made toward process improvement, quality initiatives, and safety projects over the past year.
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Children's HealthJune 15, 2026UC Davis pediatrics leader appointed to American Academy of Pediatrics’ national committee
Pediatrician-in-chief Satyan Lakshminrusimha will serve on a national committee that advises the American Academy of Pediatrics board of directors on child health financing issues.
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June 15, 2026Leadership Transition and Strategy Team Update
UC Davis Health has made the difficult decision to eliminate the position of Chief Strategy Officer, effective July 1.
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June 12, 2026What happens to beehives on campus that don’t leave on their own?
Readers may recall that back in February, a massive beehive formed on the eighth floor of the University Tower. Recently, another swarm of bees set up near Aggie Square. So, what happens to them if they don't leave on their on. Watch!
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Betty Irene Moore School of NursingJune 12, 2026School of Nursing honors graduates and certificate recipients at commencement
The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing honors 171 graduates and certificate recipients prepared to lead, serve and shape what’s next in healthcare.
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Children's HealthJune 12, 2026NIH grant to fund innovative bladder repair option for children
A UC Davis pediatric urologist and bioengineer are developing grafts designed to grow their own blood supply.
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June 12, 2026UC Davis Orthopaedic Sports Medicine strengthens shoulder expertise with returning faculty, Christopher Bayne
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UC Davis Health is welcoming Associate Professor Christopher Bayne back to its orthopaedic sports medicine team following the completion of advanced fellowship training in Nice, France.
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June 12, 2026Grief support group series for UC Davis and UC Davis Health employees, starting July 14
Join a 4-week grief support group led by an Academic and Staff Assistance Program counselor.
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