Headlines
February 2026
-
Medical CenterFebruary 02, 2026The birds are back in town: Peregrine falcons return
A pair of peregrine falcons has once again returned to their nest atop UC Davis Medical Center.
Read More -
Heart and VascularFebruary 02, 2026Clinical trial offers first-of-its-kind heart failure treatment
A new clinical trial offers patients a minimally invasive procedure that seeks to reduce extra pressure in the heart and improve heart failure symptoms.
Read More
January 2026
-
Emergency CareJanuary 30, 2026A record year: UC Davis Emergency Department cares for over 100,000 patients in 2025
Emergency Medicine reached a major milestone in 2025, caring for more than 100,000 patient visits in a single year for the first time.
Read More -
Betty Irene Moore School of NursingJanuary 29, 2026Rethinking how health research is done
A School of Nursing doctoral student’s experience with the T32 ReACH program reveals how improving health begins with people and place.
Read More -
Children's HealthJanuary 28, 2026Free youth heart screening set for March 22
A free heart screening will help identify young people who may have an undiagnosed heart condition.
Read More -
Neurological HealthJanuary 26, 2026Protecting newborn brains: A conversation with neonatal neurologist Courtney Wusthoff
Neonatal neurologist Courtney Wusthoff discusses cooling treatment and EEG monitoring as best practices for newborns with potential hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy and seizures.
Read More -
Children's HealthJanuary 26, 2026Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Program now CCS-approved
The Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Program at UC Davis Health is now a fully approved California Children’s Services Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Center.
Read More -
Children's HealthJanuary 22, 2026Virtual Holiday Toy Drive raises more than $32K
The holidays were merry and bright for hospitalized kids, thanks to the Virtual Holiday Toy Drive donors.
Read More -
Public HealthJanuary 21, 2026Trees — not grass and other greenery — associated with lower heart disease risk in cities
Living in in urban areas with a higher percentage of trees is associated with a 4% decrease in cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.
Read More -
Cancer CareJanuary 21, 2026Inspiring the next generation of cancer fighters
UC Davis Health has launched a unique program at Sheldon High School to motivate students to pursue cancer-related professions.
Read More -
Orthopaedic CareJanuary 16, 2026Pioneering fracture repair research wins gold in Switzerland
Augustine Saiz, a traumatologist at UC Davis Health, was awarded the Gold Medal for outstanding research at the third annual AO Trauma Research Olympiad held in Davos, Switzerland.
Read More -
Children's HealthJanuary 16, 2026Pediatric pulmonology and sleep medicine services now offered at Folsom Turn Pike Clinic
UC Davis Health pediatric pulmonology has expanded its services to Folsom’s Turn Pike Clinic on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Read More -
Children's HealthJanuary 15, 2026Pregnant woman hit by car, UC Davis care team fights to save lives
A devastating accident almost claims the life of a pregnant woman. But her care team was there in a race against time.
Read More -
RadiologyJanuary 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.
Read More -
Children's HealthJanuary 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.
Read More -
MIND InstituteJanuary 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.
Read More -
OtolaryngologyJanuary 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.
Read More -
Violence PreventionJanuary 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.
Read More -
Neurological HealthJanuary 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.
Read More -
Orthopaedic CareJanuary 02, 2026Innovative spinal implants relieve pain from degenerative disc disease
Procedure relieves severe neck and arm pain and numbness for emergency department nurse.
Read More
December 2025
-
General Health NewsDiciembre 30, 2025
¿Qué hacer para tratar y prevenir un ataque cerebral?
Una experta nos habla sobre las prácticas médicas y las rutinas de estilo de vida necesarias para evitar los derrames cerebrales.
Leer más -
Infectious DiseasesDecember 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.
Read More -
GI and Liver HealthDecember 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.
Read More -
Cancer CareDecember 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
Read More -
Neurological HealthDecember 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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
General Health NewsDiciembre 15, 2025Las pruebas genéticas salvan vidas, pero muchos desconocen riesgos hereditarios de cáncer
UC Davis Health inicia un estudio para conocer las barreras que enfrentan las sobrevivientes latinas de cáncer de mama para acceder a consejería y pruebas genéticas.
Leer más -
Cancer CareDecember 15, 2025
Genetic 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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
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.
Read More -
Emergency CareDecember 09, 2025What you need to know about wild mushroom poisoning
After an outbreak of poisonings linked to the consumption of wild mushrooms, a UC Davis toxicology expert answers questions about how you can stay safe.
Read More -
Stem CellsDecember 08, 2025UC Davis Health designated as a NORD Rare Disease Center of Excellence
UC Davis Health is now designated as a NORD Rare Disease Center of Excellence for its leadership in providing research and expert care for people with rare diseases.
Read More -
General Health NewsDecember 04, 2025Anchor Institution Mission empowers local communities in equitable, lawful ways
UC Davis Health's Anchor Institution Mission leverages the health system's resources to create healthier, more resilient communities in the region while also abiding by federal laws and Proposition 209.
Read More -
Betty Irene Moore School of NursingDecember 04, 2025Rural older adults face big gaps in care
UC Davis nursing researchers release a new set of statewide policy recommendations to build aging equity across rural California.
Read More -
Cancer CareDecember 03, 2025New research shows species-specific ‘shedding’ may distort conventional testing of cancer drugs targeting TIGIT
A new study finds that TIGIT, an immune checkpoint receptor targeted by cancer immunotherapy drugs, triggers different responses in macaques and humans.
Read More -
Neurological HealthDecember 02, 2025A neurologist’s personal call to study, treat and educate about Parkinson’s disease
Neurologist and movement disorders expert Norika Malhado-Chang dedicates her life to studying and treating Parkinson’s disease as a tribute to her mother who passed away from the disease.
Read More -
OtolaryngologyDecember 01, 2025UC Davis Health opens new temporal bone lab
The Otolaryngology Department has opened a state-of-the-art temporal bone lab for team members to refine techniques for complex ear and skull base surgeries.
Read More -
SurgeryDecember 01, 2025UC Davis Health Center for Lymphatic Disease named Comprehensive Center of Excellence
UC Davis Health’s Center for Lymphatic Disease is one of only 20 centers worldwide recognized as a Comprehensive Center of Excellence by the Lymphatic Education and Research Network.
Read More
November 2025
-
Cancer CareNovember 26, 2025High risk of metastatic recurrence among young cancer patients
Study of 48,000 AYAs finds nearly 1 in 10 develop metastatic recurrence after non-metastatic cancer, highlighting urgent need for tailored survivorship care and early detection strategies.
Read More -
Neurological HealthNovember 25, 2025Search for top spinal surgeon led Alaskan family to UC Davis
An Alaska family traveled 3,000 miles to UC Davis Health, where neurosurgeon Kee Kim restored hope through life-changing spine surgeries for both father and daughter.
Read More -
Infectious DiseasesNovember 25, 2025Now is the time to get your flu shot to help prevent serious illness
As projections point toward a severe flu season, a UC Davis infectious disease expert answers questions about why getting a flu shot matters.
Read More -
Children's HealthNovember 25, 2025Powne receives national fetal nurse award
Amy Powne, a pediatric surgery nurse practice manager with UC Davis Health, was honored with the 2025 Lori J. Howell Excellence in Fetal Nursing Award.
Read More -
AgingNovember 24, 2025You’re not alone in caregiving
UC Davis Health’s Caregiver Consultation service provides personalized education and coaching to support caregivers.
Read More -
Neurological HealthNovember 24, 2025
Two years after epilepsy surgery, 8-year-old is seizure-free and medication-free
Savon suffered up to 10 seizures each day. Now, thanks to the UC Davis Comprehensive Epilepsy program, he lives seizure free and without medications.
Read More
