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August 2026
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Children's HealthAugust 24, 2026Initiative led by UC Davis pediatrician drives dramatic improvements in adolescent behavioral health screening nationwide
An initiative led by UC Davis Health helped pediatric clinics across the country dramatically improve adolescent behavioral health screening.
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MIND InstituteAugust 24, 2026Applications now being accepted for unique federally funded autism research program
The Autism Research Training Program at the UC Davis MIND Institute and the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is accepting applications.
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Children's HealthAugust 20, 2026Children’s Hospital receives Adult Congenital & Pediatric Cardiology Award
UC Davis Children’s Hospital has earned national recognition for its commitment to high-quality care for patients with adult congenital heart disease and pediatric cardiology.
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MIND InstituteAugust 10, 2026Conference aims to help Spanish-speaking families navigate services for autism, other developmental disabilities
The eighth annual conference for the Spanish-speaking community is hosted by the MIND Institute and community partners.
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Children's HealthAugust 07, 2026Physicians call for urgent reforms to sustain the future of neonatal critical care
Physicians warn that neonatal critical care is facing a significant workforce and professional identity crisis, despite the specialty’s essential role in caring for the sickest newborns.
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School of MedicineAugust 05, 2026UC Davis medical student awarded prestigious grant to advance maternal-fetal research
Fourth-year medical student Maria Clarke has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Daniel T. O’Connor, M.D. Memorial Research Grant to research reproductive health
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Children's HealthAugust 05, 2026Saadai appointed chief of Pediatric General, Thoracic and Fetal Surgery
Payam Saadai, associate professor and fellowship-trained pediatric and fetal surgeon, has been appointed chief of the Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic and Fetal Surgery.
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Mental HealthAugust 04, 2026A good night’s sleep may help adolescents thrive in school and with friends
Sleep may matter more than screen time, exercise or diet for young people to succeed in school and maintain healthy friendships.
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July 2026
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Children's HealthJuly 29, 2026Phase 3 trial shows investigational cell therapy slowed disease progression in Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Researchers have reported positive results from a late-stage clinical trial evaluating deramiocel, an investigational cell therapy infusion for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
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Children's HealthJuly 28, 2026Courage, trust and expertise save ‘miracle baby’ at UC Davis Health
Elizabeth Randel’s pregnancy faced severe complications. Her water broke early, and her son required complex surgeries. Yet, through expert care, hope triumphed.
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Cancer CareJuly 28, 2026Hyundai Hope on Wheels donates $100,000 to UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center
The Hyundai Hope on Wheels team visited UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center with a $100,000 check to help fight childhood cancer.
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Children's HealthJuly 13, 2026UC Davis Children’s Hospital welcomes new facility dog Jerome
Jerome, the hospital’s new facility dog, is winning hearts with his dedication and gift for brightening kids’ days.
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Children's HealthJuly 10, 2026UC Davis Health now offers pediatric gastroenterology services at Folsom Turn Pike Clinic
Infants, children and teens with gastrointestinal conditions can now receive care at Folsom Turn Pike Clinic.
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Children's HealthJuly 09, 2026Early SCFE diagnosis saves child from debilitating complications of hip disorder
When unexplained hip pain left Jordan Magaña struggling to walk, his parents sought care at UC Davis where surgery was expedited to prevent further damage.
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Children's HealthJuly 07, 2026New biologic therapy at UC Davis Health delays onset of type 1 diabetes
UC Davis Health now offers Tzield (teplizumab), a first-in-class biologic therapy designed to delay the onset and progression of type 1 diabetes.
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Eye Health and Vision ScienceJuly 01, 2026Fourth of July fireworks can cause serious eye injuries, doctor warns
Nearly 1 in 5 fireworks injuries involve the eyes. An eye doctor explains the risks and shares tips to protect yourself and your family.
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June 2026
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Children's HealthJune 23, 2026Children’s Miracle Network honors award recipients at annual kickoff
Children’s Miracle Network honored three champions at its 2026 kickoff after raising $4.4 million in 2025 to support pediatric care at UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
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MIND InstituteJune 23, 2026
Can friendly social robots help ease a child’s anxiety at the doctor’s office?
A study at the UC Davis MIND Institute is examining if social robots, called LOVOTS, can reduce stress for children at medical appointments.
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MIND InstituteJune 22, 2026Virtual Summer Institute will focus on tech use and neurodevelopmental disabilities
The 2026 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities will highlight the use of technology: research, risks and strategies for support.
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Children's HealthJune 18, 2026Delivering better care for premature infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia
A study has demonstrated a new computational method that could better predict which infants will develop bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
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Children's HealthJune 17, 2026UC Davis Children’s Hospital names new surgeon-in-chief
Accomplished academic pediatric surgeon Kathleen van Leeuwen has been appointed surgeon-in-chief of UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
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Children's HealthJune 15, 2026UC Davis pediatrics leader appointed to American Academy of Pediatrics’ national committee
Pediatrician-in-chief Satyan Lakshminrusimha will serve on a national committee that advises the American Academy of Pediatrics board of directors on child health financing issues.
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Children's HealthJune 12, 2026NIH grant to fund innovative bladder repair option for children
A UC Davis pediatric urologist and bioengineer are developing grafts designed to grow their own blood supply.
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Children's HealthJune 10, 2026Newsweek names UC Davis Children’s Hospital among America’s best
UC Davis Children’s Hospital has been named one of America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by Newsweek magazine and Statista, a global market research and consumer data firm.
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Children's HealthJune 01, 2026Children’s Miracle Network at UC Davis awards more than $492K in grants
Children’s Miracle Network at UC Davis has awarded nine grants, totaling $492,007, to clinicians and researchers at UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
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May 2026
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MIND InstituteMay 27, 2026UC Davis MIND Institute seeks research partners in the community
The UC Davis MIND Institute is partnering with community members to make sure research and care meet the needs of people with neurodevelopmental disabilities
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Children's HealthMay 22, 2026New research provides important insights into diabetic ketoacidosis
Study identifies inflammatory profile associated with sometimes fatalUC Davis Health researchers have identified many of the inflammatory molecules that increase during diabetic ketoacidosis. These findings could help clinicians determine why complications occur during treatment.
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Neurological HealthMay 18, 2026From paralysis to cheer practice: Neurosurgeons help Emily “be a kid again”
Emily Roberts awoke one morning with her left leg paralyzed. She was airlifted to UC Davis Children’s Hospital, where neurosurgeons performed three surgeries to get her walking (and jumping!) again.
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May 11, 2026UC Davis Health opens the region’s first adult congenital colorectal clinic
New clinic cares for patients with anorectal malformations, Hirschsprung disease, cloacal anomalies and other congenital colorectal and pelvic conditions.
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Children's HealthMay 11, 2026Uncovering the root cause of some severe brain diseases in children
A UC Davis team has mapped the structure and mechanics of a critical cellular machine that malfunctions in children with rare, debilitating brain diseases.
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