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December 2025
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December 19, 2025
Paws, paper & holiday magic: UC Davis Health facility dogs take on the viral wrapping challenge
‘Tis the season for joy, comfort, and creativity at UC Davis Children’s Hospital! Our highly trained facility dogs, members of the Child Life & Creative Arts Therapy Department, took a playful break from event prep to try the viral holiday wrapping challenge.
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Orthopaedic CareDecember 19, 2025Mako SmartRobotics knee replacement helps retiree re-gain her mobility
Recent retiree Hilary Vos overcame severe knee pain with joint replacement surgery using Mako SmartRobotics now available at UC Davis Health. It often leads to quicker recovery times and longer-lasting joint implants.
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December 18, 2025Construction notification: CUPx California Tower offsite utility loop phase 2C
Monday, Dec. 22, through Monday, Feb. 2, the CUPx team will conduct traffic control modifications on the east lanes of 48th Street, between Y and X Streets.
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December 18, 2025Leadership Message: Wishing happy holidays to our employees
As the holiday season arrives and the New Year approaches, let’s reflect on our accomplishments and look ahead with optimism and a sense of purpose.
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Medical CenterDecember 18, 2025Program that brings comfort and joy to patients at UC Davis Medical Center inspires donation
After receiving compassionate care from The CARE Project, Judy Lines' family established a memorial fund to support patient wellness.
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December 18, 2025Save the date: Principles of Community Showcase coming March 2026
Save the date! The Principles of Community Showcase at UC Davis Health has moved to March in 2026.
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December 17, 2025Celebrating 3 recent UC Davis Health staff achievements
Several inspiring stories have come in through The Insider’s story suggestion link, highlighting remarkable accomplishments by UC Davis Health staff.
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December 17, 2025Be Smart About Safety: Funds available for improvement projects
If you have an idea about how to improve safety at UC Davis Health in your area, apply for funding for your program or project through the UC Be Smart About Safety (BSAS) program.
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December 17, 2025Veterans Employee Association honors service at Wreaths Across America
UC Davis Health’s Veterans Employee Association (VEA) joined volunteers at Sacramento Valley Veterans Cemetery in Dixon to lay wreaths and speak the names of fallen service members — a solemn tradition that ensures no veteran is forgotten.
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December 17, 2025UC Davis Health seeks national anthem singer for March community events
The Office for Health Equity by Design for Inclusive Excellence (HEDI) is seeking a talented vocalist to perform the national anthem at the Principles of Community showcase.
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December 17, 2025UC Davis Hospice provides Thanksgiving meals for patients, families
For the 18th year, UC Davis Hospice volunteers provided meals for hospice patients and their families.
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December 16, 2025UC Davis Health earns Tree Campus recognition from Arbor Day Foundation
Through sustainable landscape management and climate-focused campus initiatives, UC Davis Health has been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation.
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Obstetrics and GynecologyDecember 16, 2025Exploring how patients feel about AI transcription
Patient feedback helped UC Davis Health adopt an AI scribe that records and transcribes medical visits, giving doctors more time to focus on patients.
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December 16, 2025Donate blood on Wednesday, Jan. 14
Nearly 6,000 patients receive life-saving blood transfusions at UC Davis Health each year. That's why we have partnered with the American Red Cross for an employee blood drive on Wednesday, Jan. 14.
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RadiologyDecember 16, 2025Opening doors to the future of radiology: Inside the RaISS Program at UC Davis Health
UC Davis Health’s RaISS program introduces community college and early undergraduates to radiology by fostering diversity and early exposure to medical imaging careers.
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Cancer CareDecember 15, 2025Genetic testing saves lives — many don’t know they carry an inherited cancer risk.
UC Davis Health has launched a study to identify barriers preventing Latina breast cancer survivors from accessing or understanding genetic testing and counseling.
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Emergency CareDecember 15, 2025‘Simple fix’ restores vertigo patient’s quality of life
Within minutes, trained physical therapists can provide relief from an extremely disorienting condition.
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Medical CenterDecember 12, 2025Connecting through food: UC Davis Health chefs visit with local students
Chefs Jet Aguirre and Santana Diaz inspired local high school students by sharing their passion for cooking and the importance of healthy, locally grown food.
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December 11, 2025Watch: Santa visits the UC Davis Children’s Hospital
Children staying in the UC Davis Children's Hospital had a special visitor earlier this week: Santa Claus!
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December 11, 2025Two free Aggie Football tickets per employee, plus this month's discounts and bright spots
Enjoy this December with free Aggie Football tickets, Mondavi discounts, Nutcracker tickets, and more.
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Children's HealthDecember 11, 2025Program helps kids reintegrate into school after cancer battle
Children returning to school after a long illness get a reliable ally: A child life specialist who attends class to support their re-entry.
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December 11, 2025
Construction activity: Research Building I and III crane pick
Saturday, Dec. 13, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m., ACCO will conduct a crane pick behind Research Buildings I and III.
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December 11, 2025Recognizing excellence: Emma Blackmon receives DAISY Award for nurse educators
Emma Blackmon, PhD, RN, CCRN, director of nursing excellence, patient care services, has been awarded a DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurse Educators.
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December 11, 2025Leadership Message: How mechanical forces shape the fragile newborn gut
By studying how the immature intestine senses mechanical forces and generates motility, our work is laying the groundwork for smarter feeding strategies and innovative therapies to support and protect fragile newborn guts.
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December 10, 2025How AI is prolonging this physician’s practice
Dr. Styne has never let disability define the limits of his career.
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School of MedicineDecember 10, 2025Wendy Marie Campana appointed chair of Department of Cell Biology and Human Anatomy
Wendy Marie Campana has been appointed chair of the UC Davis Department of Cell Biology and Human Anatomy.
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Children's HealthDecember 10, 2025
Why the hepatitis B vaccine is critical for newborns
A pediatric infectious diseases expert explains why it is important for children to be vaccinated for hepatitis B and debunks common myths about the disease.
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December 10, 2025Photos: Ethics and Compliance Week’s ‘Ethics in Action’
Earlier this fall, the Ethics and Compliance team held its annual “Ethics and Compliance Week.” The week, beginning Nov. 3 and themed “Ethics in Action,” included games, giveaways, virtual lunch and learns, and more!
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December 09, 2025Honoring 25 years of service: Longtime employees celebrate milestone with executive leaders
A special UC Davis tradition honored nearly 400 employees whose 25 years of service have helped shape the university’s mission and community.
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Cancer CareDecember 09, 2025Cancer center earns National Pancreas Foundation Center of Excellence designation
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center earned a National Pancreas Foundation Center of Excellence designation. The honor recognizes its expert care, leading-edge research and commitment to patients with pancreatic cancer.
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