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January 13, 2026First in region advanced CT scanner now deployed at UC Davis Health 48X Complex
Photon-counting CT helps doctors spot heart disease and cancer earlier with sharper scans and less radiation.
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January 09, 2026Registration now open for annual Donut Dash fundraiser
Fun run that supports UC Davis Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department is March 7 at William Land Park in Sacramento.
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January 09, 2026Popular MIND Institute lecture series will address ADHD, autism subtypes, disparities in care and more
The UC Davis MIND Institute’s Distinguished Lecturer series focuses on research and innovation in care for people with neurodevelopmental conditions. The free events are open to all.
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January 08, 2026UC Davis Health performs Northern California’s first procedure with new hypoglossal nerve stimulation device
UC Davis Medical Center is the first hospital in Northern California to use a new nerve stimulation device to treat moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea.
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January 07, 2026
Kitten’s brain surgery at UC Davis could transform care for human patients
A tiny kitten and a big breakthrough. UC Davis surgeons teamed up across human and animal health to save Viggo — and open doors for future treatments.
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January 07, 2026When (and why) doctors might ask patients about guns
A new paper from researchers at the BulletPoints Project outlines why conversations about firearms belong in the exam room and how clinicians can approach the sensitive subject with their patients.
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January 06, 2026Neurosurgery, maternal-fetal medicine team save pregnant woman of risky spinal fluid cyst
Only after becoming pregnant did Darlene Hildebrandt realize her congenital neurological condition threatened two lives — hers and her developing baby’s — until UC Davis Health doctors intervened.
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January 02, 2026Innovative spinal implants relieve pain from degenerative disc disease
Procedure relieves severe neck and arm pain and numbness for emergency department nurse.
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December 24, 2025Norovirus is surging again. Tips for how to dodge the 'stomach flu'
Hand sanitizer doesn’t work well on this common, contagious illness. Washing your hands is best.
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December 23, 2025New trial at UC Davis Health shows promising results for rare liver disease
A new monoclonal antibody for a rare liver disease, primary sclerosing cholangitis, showed promising efficacy in a recent multicenter study led by UC Davis Health.
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December 22, 2025UC Davis expands clinical trials to rural communities
Rural patients can now join clinical trials at hospitals in Truckee, Chico, Marysville and Cameron Park, thanks to the UC Davis Cancer Care Network
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December 22, 2025New endowed professorship will expand impact of light-based technologies in health care
Laura Marcu, professor in the Departments of Neurological Surgery and Biomedical Engineering and director of NCIBT, has been appointed to the Endowed Professorship of Neurosurgical Research.
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December 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, 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 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, 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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December 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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December 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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December 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, 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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