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January 2026
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Children's HealthJanuary 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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December 2025
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Children's HealthDecember 30, 2025Children’s Miracle Network at UC Davis awards more than $2 million in grants
Children’s Miracle Network at UC Davis has awarded 24 grants totaling more than $2 million to clinicians and researchers at UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
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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.
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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.
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Children's HealthDecember 09, 2025KNCI Radiothon raises funds for UC Davis Children’s Hospital Dec. 11-12
During this season of giving, the inaugural Country Cares for Kids Radiothon will be given back to UC Davis Children’s Hospital, a fundraiser that airs live on KNCI 105.1 FM on Dec. 11 and 12.
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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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.
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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.
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MIND InstituteNovember 18, 2025UC Davis launches major study on language development in children with Down syndrome
A new NIH-funded study led by Professor Angela John Thurman aims to build a roadmap for communication support for children with Down syndrome.
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Children's HealthNovember 18, 2025Fetal surgery at UC Davis Health gives Ohio baby new hope
A stunning diagnosis led one Ohio couple to UC Davis Children’s Hospital, where fetal surgery offered them hope for their first child.
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Children's HealthNovember 07, 2025UC Davis NICU launches groundbreaking bedside ultrasound program
UC Davis Children’s Hospital launched a pioneering Point-of-Care Ultrasound program in its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, led by internationally renowned neonatologist Yogen Singh.
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Children's HealthNovember 05, 2025UC Davis Children’s Hospital fall newsletter now available
The fall issue of Progress Notes newsletter features research developments, patient milestones, staff awards and more.
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October 2025
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Cancer CareOctober 15, 2025Study finds higher risk of chronic illnesses among young cancer survivors
Adolescent and young adult cancer survivors face significantly higher risks of chronic conditions, highlighting the urgent need for proactive health management strategies.
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Children's HealthOctober 10, 2025American Academy of Pediatrics honors two UC Davis Health faculty
Two UC Davis Children’s Hospital physicians were among more than 90 pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists and trainees recognized this year by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Children's HealthSeptember 10, 2025Kawatu named interim associate chief medical officer of children’s health
David Kawatu, professor of pediatrics and pediatric gastroenterologist, has been selected as the interim associate chief medical officer for children’s health at UC Davis Medical Center, effective Sept. 1.
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MIND InstituteSeptember 08, 2025Program helps over 800 families navigate resources and services for autism and other conditions
The UC Davis MIND Institute’s Family Navigator Program offers help accessing services, therapies and resources after a diagnosis of autism or another neurodevelopmental condition.
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August 2025
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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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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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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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Children's HealthAugust 08, 2025Summer issue of Children’s Hospital newsletter now available
The summer issue of Progress Notes newsletter features research developments, patient milestones, institutional awards and other news about UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
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MIND InstituteAugust 04, 2025Conference on neurodevelopmental disabilities for Spanish-speaking community Sept. 20
The seventh annual conference on neurodevelopmental disabilities for the Spanish-speaking community will be held Sept. 20 at the UC Davis MIND Institute.
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Children's HealthAugust 01, 2025From patients to artists: Children honored at Creative Arts Festival
More than a dozen children were honored for their work as artists, musicians and filmmakers at the fifth annual Creative Arts Festival.
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