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October 2025
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Children's HealthOctober 07, 2025U.S. News & World Report names UC Davis Children’s Hospital among the nation’s best
UC Davis Children’s Hospital is ranked among the nation’s 50 best in pediatric orthopaedics, pediatric nephrology and pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery.
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Cancer CareOctober 07, 2025Teens in distress turn to tobacco but need more help to quit
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center study finds youth with mental health struggles are screened for tobacco use but rarely get advice on how to quit.
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Heart and VascularOctober 06, 2025Heart failure patients benefit from “whole health” approach
The Koa Family Program supports “whole health” for heart failure patients like Barbara Tiney and has shown positive outcomes in improving overall well-being.
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ResearchOctober 03, 2025Newly recognized pathway could protect diabetics from hypoglycemia
A new study by the University of California, Davis, shows how cells work together to avoid a sudden drop in blood sugar.
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Cancer CareOctober 03, 2025Genetic “Trojan horse” selectively kills cancer cells linked to Kaposi’s sarcoma
Cancer center researchers developed a safer, more targeted gene therapy to kill cancer cells linked to a common herpesvirus — potentially transforming treatment.
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SurgeryOctober 02, 2025Advanced tissue imaging to improve prostate cancer surgeries
A new imaging technology that could help surgeons preserve the prostate function after prostatectomy, shorten the recovery time and avoid unneeded post-surgery radiation.
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Children's HealthOctober 02, 2025Teen mysteriously loses mobility after common cold
An active teenager lost mobility after a common cold. Then a team from UC Davis Children’s Hospital provided the treatment that completely restored her movement.
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ResearchOctober 02, 2025Psilocybin increased postpartum anxiety and depressive symptoms in animal model
Psilocybin shows potential for treating mental health conditions, but a new mouse study indicates it may pose risks during and after pregnancy.
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Internal MedicineOctober 01, 2025
People and dogs caught in same fight against Valley fever
UC Davis physicians and veterinarians are working together to detect Valley fever sooner, treat it better and maybe even help prevent its spread.
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General Health NewsOctober 01, 2025UC Davis Health is expanding access to free mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
UC Davis Health is offering free mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month for women without health insurance.
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September 2025
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Children's HealthSeptember 30, 2025UC Davis Health earns FACT accreditation for adult, pediatric stem cell transplant programs
The adult and pediatric stem cell transplant programs have received reaccreditation this month from the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy.
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Cancer CareSeptember 26, 2025
UC Davis completes 100th prostate cancer procedure using high-intensity ultrasound
UC Davis Health is now a high-volume center to treat prostate cancer through advanced therapy using high-intensity focused ultrasound.
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Children's HealthSeptember 25, 2025Sleep apnea treatment improves quality of life for Redding teen
A teenager struggled with sleep ever since he was a toddler. But then his family found the UC Davis pediatric pulmonology and sleep medicine program.
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Mental HealthSeptember 24, 2025New series from The Lancet offers roadmap for Alzheimer’s treatment in a changing therapeutic landscape
New research from Geriatric Psychiatrist Helen C. Kales looks at strategies for integrating emerging and existing treatments for Alzheimer's disease.
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Cancer CareSeptember 23, 2025UC Davis Health to co-lead $16 million study examining AI’s role in reading mammograms
UC Davis Health is helping lead a national, multi-institutional $16 million research study to evaluate the impacts of AI on mammography.
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Heart and VascularSeptember 23, 2025Expert Q&A: What you need to know about the new hypertension guidelines
Experts discuss the updated hypertension guidelines that include a cardiovascular risk calculator, recommendations for managing blood pressure in special populations and guidance on GLP-1 medications.
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September 22, 2025Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists provide training for UC Davis Fire Department
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists partnered with the UC Davis Fire Department to train firefighters on how to use a new advanced airway management device.
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GI and Liver HealthSeptember 19, 2025UC Davis Health receives $2.8 million grant from NIH to create AI-based digital pathology tool
Gastroenterology researchers have received a $2.8 million grant from NIH to study the mechanisms of cell therapy using an AI-based digital pathology tool.
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MIND InstituteSeptember 18, 2025UC Davis scientists pioneer stem cell gene therapy for Angelman syndrome
UC Davis Health researchers are testing a groundbreaking new therapy for the rare neurodevelopmental condition Angelman syndrome.
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RheumatologySeptember 18, 2025UC Davis Health study finds potential keys to reversing bone loss
A new study from rheumatology and orthopaedic researchers reveals a promising new way to treat various bone loss conditions, including age-related osteoporosis.
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MIND InstituteSeptember 17, 2025Autistic children more likely to experience persistent gastrointestinal problems
Stomach issues in autistic children are linked to greater challenges with sleep, communication, sensory processing and behavior, finds a study by the UC Davis MIND Institute.
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Children's HealthSeptember 17, 2025Spirit Halloween raises funds for UC Davis Child Life
Spirit Halloween stores are once again raising funds for the Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department at UC Davis Children’s Hospital through Oct. 31.
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Cancer CareSeptember 17, 2025Casino Mine Ranch winery hosts cancer center fundraiser
Fundraiser at Amador County winery Sept. 27 to benefit research at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center. Tickets are available online.
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Mental HealthSeptember 16, 2025National Recovery Month: Taking a whole health approach for treating substance use disorders
UC Davis Health psychologist Nicole Schultz talks about the recovery process, relapses, stigma, support and the growing number of treatment options for substance use disorders.
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Obstetrics and GynecologySeptember 15, 2025Mitchell Creinin receives national lifetime achievement award
Mitchell Creinin has received the Society of Family Planning Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Betty Irene Moore School of NursingSeptember 15, 2025Physician assistant graduates pledge to serve with compassion and skill
Graduating PA students recited their Professional Oath, marking 27 months of study and preparing for certification and clinical practice.
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Infectious DiseasesSeptember 12, 2025New global collaboration uses UC Davis experts and AI to spot the next pandemic
An infectious diseases team from UC Davis is taking a leading role in an international collaboration to identify viruses that may cause the next global pandemic.
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September 11, 2025Honoring service through action: VEA volunteers on 9/11 Remembrance Day
On September 11, UC Davis Health employees from several different teams gathered at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery to participate in the National Day of Service.
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Cancer CareSeptember 11, 2025
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
It is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and the UC Davis cancer center is urging eligible patients to get screened.
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General Health NewsSeptiembre 10, 2025Está abierta la inscripción para la Mini Escuela de Medicina 2025 en español
La inscripción ya está abierta para la 15ta Mini Escuela de Medicina en español, un programa educativo sobre el envejecimiento con salud que tiene lugar el 4 de octubre.
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CoronavirusSeptember 10, 2025COVID is surging again: What you need to know about the new vaccine
COVID is surging again, and a new vaccine is making its way to medical providers. An infectious diseases expert shares the latest information.
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School of MedicineSeptember 10, 2025UC Davis Health’s IFM Fund backs Delix Therapeutics in first investment
UC Davis Health Ventures announced the first investment from its Investing in the Future of Medicine Fund, backing UC Davis spinoff Delix Therapeutics.
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Internal MedicineSeptember 09, 2025Improving health outcomes by connecting with patients on a cultural level
The 2025 Dr. Ifeanyi Onyeji Resident/Fellow Inclusive Excellence and Equity Award was presented to Debby Lee, a trainee in internal medicine.
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Physical Medicine and RehabilitationSeptember 08, 2025A spinal cord injury from a fall turns a baker’s life upside down
A fall left Patti Dailey with a spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury. Her recovery at UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital took perseverance and an outstanding team.
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Cancer CareSeptember 08, 2025Summer issue of Synthesis is available online
The latest issue of Synthesis is online. Keep abreast of cancer center news and follow the progress being made in the fight against cancer.
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Cancer CareSeptember 05, 2025Safeway Foundation helps UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center provide free mobile mammograms
Safeway Foundation has given the cancer center $32,000 to help fund free screenings for the uninsured onboard its mobile mammography clinic.
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General Health NewsSeptember 04, 2025
2025 Spanish Mini Medical School set for Oct. 4
Registration is now open for the 15th annual Spanish Mini Medical School, a healthy aging educational program that takes place Oct. 4
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ResearchSeptember 03, 2025Dream team to develop in utero gene editing therapy for a rare neurological genetic disorder
Professor Aijun Wang won a $3.2 million NIH grant to develop a cure to Dup15q syndrome using an in-utero gene editing formula.
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Heart and VascularSeptember 02, 2025Treating varicose veins: What you need to know
Vascular surgeon Mimmie Kwong shares her insights on varicose veins and the latest treatment options available.
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ResearchSeptember 01, 2025Total-Body PET imaging takes a look at long COVID
A new project involving UC Davis and UC San Francisco researchers will use total-body PET imaging to get a better understanding of long COVID disease. The effort is funded by a $3.2 million grant from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
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August 2025
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Children's HealthAugust 29, 2025Free heart screening for 12- to 25-year-olds on Nov. 2
A free youth heart screening will help identify young people who may have an undiagnosed heart condition.
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Heart and VascularAugust 28, 2025New study shows stress impacts the heart at a molecular level
New research reveals that stress affects more than just the mind — it also alters heart function at the molecular level.
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Eye Health and Vision ScienceAugust 27, 2025Thiran Jayasundera appointed chair of Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science
Kanishka Thiran Jayasundera has been appointed professor and chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science in the UC Davis School of Medicine.
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MIND InstituteAugust 26, 2025MIND Institute event to spotlight path to adulthood for neurodivergent individuals
The MIND Institute kicks off its popular lecture series with a symposium on the transition to adulthood for individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
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Mental HealthAugust 25, 2025Having a sense of purpose may protect against dementia
People who reported a higher sense of purpose in life were about 28% less likely to develop cognitive impairment, according to a new UC Davis study.
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Children's HealthAugust 21, 2025
Football injury leads to discovery of a tumor in boy’s leg
An 8-year-old boy needed treatment for an osteoid osteoma. His family turned to UC Davis Children’s Hospital to get him back in the game.
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Medical CenterAugust 20, 2025UC Davis Medical Center to become first Special Pathogen Treatment Center in Northern California
UC Davis Medical Center is on track to become the first Special Pathogen Treatment Center in Northern California, to handle patients with contagious infectious diseases.
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Emergency CareAugust 19, 2025James F. Holmes appointed chair of Emergency Medicine
James F. Holmes has been named the chair and Bo Tomas Brofeldt Endowed Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine.
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MIND InstituteAugust 18, 2025Autism, ADHD or both? Research offers new insights for clinicians
New UC Davis Health research offers insights for clinicians about the connections between autism and ADHD, which commonly occur together.
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General Health NewsAugust 15, 2025
‘A beacon for our community’: UC Davis Health unveils Folsom Medical Care Clinic
UC Davis Health has unveiled its new Folsom facility, which offers primary and specialty care and new services, including infusion, MRI and bone density scans.
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