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December 2023
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MIND InstituteDecember 01, 2023‘This data could help a kiddo 10 years from now’: Why one family takes part in Down syndrome research
A family who takes part in research at the UC Davis MIND Institute shares why they come back for study after study involving Down syndrome.
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Children's HealthDecember 01, 2023The rising health crisis of congenital syphilis: what physicians can do
In a recently published paper, UC Davis pediatricians highlight the rising health threat of congenital syphilis and offer potential ways to counter the problem.
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November 2023
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ResearchNovember 30, 2023Scientists find gene therapy reduces liver cancer in animal model
Researchers at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center have discovered that using gene therapy to inhibit a specific protein, galectin 1, can shrink liver cancer tumors in an animal model.
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AgingNovember 29, 2023Higher conscientiousness linked to less risk of dementia diagnosis
A new metanalysis of previous studies by researchers at UC Davis and Northwestern University reveals links between personality types and the risks of diagnosis with dementia.
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Children's HealthNovember 29, 2023Shaikh will lead American Academy of Pediatrics project on adolescent substance use and mental health
Ulfat Shaikh, medical director of health care quality at UC Davis Health, has been appointed project leader for the American Academy of Pediatrics' national primary care quality improvement collaborative.
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Children's HealthNovember 29, 2023State stem cell agency, Shriners Children’s award $15 million to UC Davis CuRe trial
Fetal surgeon Diana Farmer and bioengineer Aijun Wang have been awarded $15 million by the state’s stem cell agency and Shriners Children’s to test their stem cell treatment for spina bifida.
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MIND InstituteNovember 29, 2023Life with 22q: Parents of twin girls with the genetic condition share their story
November is 22q awareness month. A Sacramento-area couple whose twin girls have the condition, known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, share their inspiring journey.
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Children's HealthNovember 28, 2023
Child cured of epileptic seizures, thanks to neurological surgery team
On a typical day, 5-year-old Savon would endure six to nine seizures — some days, even more. But Savon received the surgery that changed everything for him this year.
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Cancer CareNovember 22, 2023Elisa Tong to help lead health equity-focused population science research
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center has appointed Elisa Tong assistant director for population sciences.
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Mental HealthNovember 22, 20237 tips for managing holiday stress
Winter holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas can be a time of joy, but they can also bring anxiety and depression. An expert offers tips for coping.
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Cancer CareNovember 22, 2023Cancer blood tests jumpstart diagnoses and targeted therapy
DNA fragments circulating in patients’ blood can reveal the presence of tumors long before CT scans and lead to more agile use of cancer drugs.
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Cancer CareNovember 21, 2023Cancer center appoints new interim physician-in-chief
David Tom Cooke has been appointed interim physician-in-chief of UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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Cancer CareNovember 21, 2023Edward Kim is the new medical director of the UC Davis Cancer Care Network
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center oncologist Edward Kim has been appointed medical director of the UC Davis Cancer Care Network.
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Emergency CareNovember 21, 2023Emergency medicine physician receives two national awards for advancing health equity
Emergency medicine physician Tiffani Johnson has received two national awards from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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Betty Irene Moore School of NursingNovember 20, 2023Family caregivers share common job but diverse experiences
A new report from the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing details the diverse experiences of caregivers in California.
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Children's HealthNovember 20, 2023
Support hospitalized kids during virtual holiday toy drive
Want to make the holidays brighter for sick and injured children treated at UC Davis Children’s Hospital? Donate a toy.
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Heart and VascularNovember 17, 2023UC Davis Health team travels to Kenya to help improve chronic disease management
A group of UC Davis Health providers from different specialties traveled to Kenya to help train providers and improve disease management for local Kenyans.
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Eye Health and Vision ScienceNovember 16, 2023FDA eye drop recall: Don’t use these CVS, Rite Aid, Walmart and Target brands
The FDA is again warning consumers to immediately stop using 27 over-the-counter eye drop products due to the potential risk of eye infections that could result in partial vision loss or blindness.
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School of MedicineNovember 16, 2023
UC Davis medical students reach underserved populations between Sacramento and Portland
A new training program sends UC Davis medical students to Klamath Falls, OR, in an effort to increase the number of doctors in underserved areas.
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GI and Liver HealthNovember 16, 2023Clinical trial results suggest potential new treatment for primary biliary cholangitis
Patients suffering from primary biliary cholangitis may soon have hope, thanks to encouraging results from a clinical trial administered at UC Davis Health and around the globe.
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Cancer CareNovember 15, 2023Cancer center clinical trial gives lung cancer patients hope
Lung cancer patient who was told seven years ago nothing more could be done, celebrates his 100th dose on clinical trial.
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Children's HealthNovember 15, 2023A valuable home dialysis procedure for children with chronic kidney disease
Clinicians at UC Davis and Oregon Health & Science University discuss an important procedure for children with advanced kidney disease: tidal continuous cycling peritoneal dialysis.
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SurgeryNovember 14, 2023
‘It brought me tears of joy’: Liver transplant gives patient a second chance at life
Juan Velasco became one of the first patients to receive a liver transplant at UC Davis Health after being diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver.
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Children's HealthNovember 14, 2023These are the cold and flu symptoms parents need to watch for this winter
Families need to know when their child should be seen in the emergency department, when they should contact their pediatrician and when they can care for their child at home.
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Eye Health and Vision ScienceNovember 13, 2023Infections from over-the-counter artificial tears: Implications for patients and clinicians
An expert in ophthalmologic product development explains why so many eyedrops have been recalled this year and gives advice for how clinicians can help patients stay safe.
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SurgeryNovember 09, 2023‘It has completely changed my life’: Robotic procedure helps patient struggling with endometriosis
After struggling with pain from endometriosis for nearly 30 years, Soli Redfield is now living pain-free after undergoing robotic surgery to remove her uterus.
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AgingNovember 08, 2023When isolation increased, telehealth use went down for older adults. Why?
A new study sheds light on disparities in telehealth access and use among older adults, particularly concerning social isolation and loneliness.
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GI and Liver HealthNovember 08, 2023American College of Gastroenterology honors UC Davis Health physicians
Four physicians from gastroenterology and hepatology were recognized this month by the American College of Gastroenterology.
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Cancer CareNovember 07, 2023UC Davis surgeon recognized nationally for commitment to diversity in medicine
UC Davis thoracic surgeon Luis Armando Godoy awarded The Association of American Medical Colleges Herbert W. Nickens Faculty Fellowship in recognition of his leadership in fighting inequities in medical practice and education.
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MaternityNovember 07, 2023Interested in volunteering as a doula? Check out UC Davis Medical Center's program
UC Davis Medical Center is now accepting applications for doula volunteers. No experience is necessary to take part in the program.
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AgingNovember 07, 2023Mini Medical School registration open for 2024 program
Registration for the 2024 Mini Medical School: A Healthy Aging Education Series Program opens online Nov. 7. Classes begin Feb. 3, 2024.
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OtolaryngologyNovember 07, 2023Clinical trial results suggest potential treatment for recurrent respiratory papillomatosis
Patients suffering from recurrent respiratory papillomatosis may soon have hope, thanks to the positive results from a clinical trial administered at UC Davis Health.
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Cancer CareNovember 06, 2023
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center launches new lung cancer clinic
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center opened a new lung cancer clinic to help save lives and address the deadliest of cancers.
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School of MedicineNovember 02, 2023Medical student receives national award for diversity efforts
Andrés Maldonado is the latest UC Davis medical student to win the prestigious Nickens Scholarship from the Association of American Medical Colleges for his leadership in diversity initiatives.
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Neurological HealthNovember 02, 2023UC Davis bioengineer and neuroscientist receives NIH Director’s New Innovator Award
Christina Kim received the 2023 Director’s New Innovator Award from the NIH, providing her with $2.3 million in research funding.
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Cancer CareNovember 01, 2023Love Your Lungs event to pre-screen people who may be at risk of lung cancer
The cancer center will pre-screen people for lung cancer at a Love Your Lungs event Monday to mark Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
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Obstetrics and GynecologyNovember 01, 2023Mother-daughter nurses started their careers on the same birthing unit
Mary Rose and Cresencia Corey are now officially UC Davis Health coworkers and advocates for women's health.
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October 2023
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Violence PreventionOctober 31, 2023Domestic violence involving firearms increased during COVID-19 pandemic
Firearm domestic violence increased in three major U.S. cities during the pandemic according to a new study from the Violence Prevention Research Program.
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Cancer CareOctober 31, 2023New report: Higher rates of lung, liver and other cancers among Californians living in poverty
A recent report illuminates disparities between cancer patients in persistent poverty and non-persistent poverty areas of California.
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Obstetrics and GynecologyOctober 27, 2023Stockton prenatal clinic opens new location
A new UC Davis Health Stockton clinic location for patients with high-risk pregnancies has opened this week.
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Children's HealthOctober 26, 2023Local teen walks again after tubing accident, thanks to UC Davis Children’s Hospital
An active teenager and top gymnast, Julia Lynn could not stand after a tubing accident at Shasta Lake. UC Davis Children’s Hospital got her back on her feet.
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Cancer CareOctober 26, 2023Viral reprogramming of cells increases risk of cancers in HIV patients
Cancer center scientists have identified a combination of biological effects that likely make some people with HIV vulnerable to cancer.
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Physical Medicine and RehabilitationOctober 26, 2023UC Davis Health team physician: How to care for elite athletes
Marcia Faustin, UC Davis Division I Athletics associate head team physician and co-head team physician for USA Gymnastics women’s national team, shares advice about caring for elite athletes.
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Cancer CareOctober 25, 2023The missed cancer diagnoses: Impacts from COVID-19
Research shows that many cancers have likely gone undiagnosed during the pandemic, especially for California’s most vulnerable residents.
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ResearchOctober 25, 2023Meet the UC Davis Good Manufacturing Practice Facility’s new homegrown leader
A Q&A with the new director of UC Davis Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facility Brian Fury to learn about the GMP’s plans and recent California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) $1.7 million award.
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MIND InstituteOctober 25, 2023MIND Institute’s Fall Festival draws huge crowd
The UC Davis MIND Institute's annual trunk-or-treat event drew hundreds of families last weekend. The free, public event is geared toward individuals with autism, fragile X syndrome, Down syndrome and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
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Internal MedicineOctober 24, 2023Study shows thyroid cancer is more common among transgender female veterans
A study by endocrinology researchers shows a high prevalence of thyroid cancer among transgender female veterans, the first evidence of such a disparity.
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Betty Irene Moore School of NursingOctober 23, 2023
‘One Health’ team cares for people and their pets
Volunteers from the UC Davis veterinary and nursing schools partner to care for pets and residents of the Knights Landing community.
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Cancer CareOctober 23, 2023Researchers identify ‘switch’ to activate cancer cell death
UC Davis researchers identified a crucial mechanism that can cause cells to self-destruct. This new ability to trigger cell death could open the door for improved cancer treatments.
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Neurological HealthOctober 20, 2023Researchers hope to study protein as an intervention for stroke patients
UC Davis Health researchers are part of a global study to determine whether giving stroke patients a high dose of a natural protein can improve stroke recovery.
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