Latest News for Patients and Visitors
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OCTOBER 20, 2026First-in-human study of dual-imaging catheter to assess heart attack risk, guide treatment
UC Davis researchers have concluded the first-in-human testing of a new device that simultaneously detects the biochemical composition and structure of plaque in coronary arteries. This technology could improve detection and personalized treatment of heart disease.
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OCTOBER 19, 2026UC Davis Health offers new accelerated treatment program for depression
The Advanced Psychiatric Therapeutic clinic is now offering SAINT therapy, which may help patients experience improvements more quickly.
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OCTOBER 16, 2026Good food is good medicine: UC Davis Health earns Snail of Approval
UC Davis Health earned Slow Food Sacramento’s Snail of Approval award, recognizing its commitment to local, sustainable, nutritious food and innovative patient-centered culinary care.
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OCTOBER 15, 2026The receptor behind chili-pepper burn may hold clues to pain treatments
The pain receptor triggered by hot peppers does not respond to every trigger the same way, potentially opening the door to new pain medicines.
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OCTOBER 14, 2026Record research funding for UC Davis School of Medicine
UC Davis School of Medicine secured record $439 million in external research funding— up 32% from the previous fiscal year.
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OCTOBER 09, 2026Your guide to flu and COVID-19 vaccines at UC Davis Health
UC Davis Health is offering 2026–27 flu and COVID-19 vaccines. This guide explains who should get them and how to schedule appointments.
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OCTOBER 08, 2026How a kidney transplant changed the life of a boy with rare genetic disorder
A boy treated for a rare genetic disorder is living life to the fullest, thanks to a kidney transplant, expert care and supportive family.
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OCTOBER 08, 2026MIND Institute lecture series opens with symposium on mental health and developmental disabilities
Experts at first Distinguished Lecturer Series presentation Oct. 14 will discuss mental health, anxiety, feeding challenges and gastrointestinal issues in free symposium.
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OCTOBER 07, 2026
What is pneumonic plague?
We asked Stuart Cohen, chief of infectious diseases at UC Davis Health, what you need to know about this form of plague, how it spreads and how deadly it is.
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OCTOBER 07, 2026
Clinical trial tests AI-assisted medication device for older adults with memory loss
New research tests if AI-assisted, home-based medication device can help people with cognitive impairment stick to medication regimens.
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OCTOBER 06, 2026Neurosurgeon David Brandman wins 2026 NIH Director’s New Innovator Award
UC Davis neurosurgeon David Brandman has received the 2026 NIH Director’s New Innovator Award to develop a brain-computer interface that can help restore speech for stroke survivors.
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OCTOBER 05, 2026UC Davis Health enhances and expands multidisciplinary Pregnancy Heart Team
UC Davis Health has expanded its multidisciplinary Pregnancy Heart Team, uniting cardiovascular and maternal-fetal specialists to improve coordinated care for high-risk pregnancies.
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