News releases
June 2019
Long-time pediatric residency volunteer honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
June 18, 2019
Michael Sugawara, a volunteer clinical faculty member with the UC Davis pediatric residency program, is the latest recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award.
UC Davis Children's Hospital ranked among nation's best by U.S. News & World Report
June 18, 2019
UC Davis Children's Hospital is nationally ranked among the nation’s 50 best in neonatology, nephrology, diabetes/endocrinology, orthopaedics and urology.
Scoop Scoot raises funds for UC Davis Child Life on July 12
June 13, 2019
Scoot over to William Land Park on Friday, July 12 for ice cream and raise funds for the UC Davis Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department.
Six tips to protect kids from the dangers of hot cars
June 10, 2019
Last year, 52 children died from heat stroke after they were left in hot cars. These cases happen when kids are left alone in a car – either they are mistakenly forgotten, or the child gets into an unlocked car without the parent knowing. Get the six tips that experts recommend for parents.
Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area teen shares gift with pediatric cancer patients
June 5, 2019
UC Davis Health patient Saul Dominguez received news that Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area granted his wish. What did he ask for? To help others.
Drowning: It takes seconds for your child to be in danger
June 3, 2019
To prevent drownings, safety precautions are crucial. Follow our recommendations.
May 2019
Frank Ing receives Master Interventionalists designation
May 31, 2019
Frank Ing, chief of pediatric cardiology and co-director of the UC Davis Pediatric Heart Center, received a Master Interventionalists of SCAI (MSCAI) designation by the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) this month.
Laura Kair named 2019 Eli Gold Prize recipient
May 29, 2019
Laura Kair, assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics, has been awarded the 2019 Eli Gold Prize this month.
Spanish language support group for Type 1 diabetic children created
May 28, 2019
UC Davis Children's Hospital nurse resident Diana Arellano noticed Spanish-speaking patients with Type 1 diabetes and their families faced language barriers that prevented them from learning. Together with her colleagues, she tackled the issue by creating a new support group to help.
UC Davis Pediatric Heart Center hosts cardiac care event
May 23, 2019
UC Davis Pediatric Heart Center welcomed a crowd of 200 to hear about the latest in innovations, research updates and extremes of cardiac care.
Filmmakers help pediatric patients express themselves through film
May 21, 2019
Thanks to UC Davis Children’s Hospital’s partnership with BayKids Studios, pediatric patients are transforming into directors, actors and heroes of their own stories.
Telemedicine brings care closer to pediatric patients in rural communities
May 9, 2019
While families may be able to find primary care close to home, specialty care is often scarce. To get specialized care for their children, many families are turning to innovations like telehealth – remote consultation through video or audio. James Marcin, director of the UC Davis Center for Health and Technology, answered questions that many parents ask about telehealth.
Warmer weather increases kids' risk of falling from windows
May 2, 2019
Each year, about 5,000 children are treated for window fall-related injuries in hospital emergency departments across the country. Here are some preventative tips to keep your family safe.
April 2019
Postpartum depression affects 1 in 9 women: What you should know
April 19, 2019
A UC Davis Health physician-scientist and his team researched and tested a new drug called Zulresso, which is the first to specifically treat postpartum depression.
Preventing 'whooping cough'
April 18, 2019
Pertussis, widely known as “whooping cough,” is a contagious bacterial infection of the respiratory system. It’s called “whooping cough” because children infected with it gasp for air between the fierce bouts of coughing that it causes.
Shaikh to serve on American Academy of Pediatrics' Council on Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
April 15, 2019
Ulfat Shaikh, professor of pediatrics and director of healthcare quality at UC Davis School of Medicine, has been elected to serve on the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Executive Committee of the Council on Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (COQIPS).
Empowering foster parents to become super parents
April 15, 2019
UC Davis Health now offers free trainings in child passenger safety, water safety and infant-safe sleeping for foster parents.
Kandice Duns named part of 2019 Emerging Leaders Cohort by AWHONN
April 15, 2019
The Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) has selected Kandice Dunn as part of the 2019 Emerging Leaders Cohort.
New show spotlights mother's disease, negative effects on daughter
April 12, 2019
A new show depicts an abusive relationship between a mother, who suffers from Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy, and her daughter who appears to be constantly sick.
Former PICU patient named this year's Children's Miracle Network child champion for Sacramento
April 12, 2019
PICU patient Jackson Manning returned to UC Davis Children’s Hospital this week, not as a patient but as the new Children’s Miracle Network child champion for 2019 in the Sacramento region.
UC Davis Pediatric Heart Center sponsors Concepts in Congenital Cardiac Care symposium
April 4, 2019
The UC Davis Pediatric Heart Center will host its third annual Concepts in Congenital Cardiac Care symposium on May 11, 2019. It will provide a forum for collaboration within the multidisciplinary congenital cardiac community.
March 2019
Measles: What parents need to know
March 26, 2019
With measles outbreaks occurring now throughout the U.S., Dean Blumberg, chief of pediatric infectious diseases at UC Davis Children’s Hospital, answers some frequently asked questions about the disease and the MMR vaccine.
Jennifer Plant appointed new division chief of the UC Davis Pediatric and Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
March 22, 2019
Plant joined UC Davis in 2010.
What is child life?
March 22, 2019
The UC Davis’ Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy department offers support for children and their families to help minimize the anxiety of hospitalization, increase understanding and strengthen coping skills while helping children to continue their typical growth and development.
Baby born with large hole in her heart healed, thanks to innovative procedure
March 19, 2019
Redding resident Kacee Roberts was 13 weeks pregnant when an ultrasound detected a problem with her unborn baby. Learn how the UC Davis Health team repaired the defect.
UC Davis Children's Hospital honored in national Children's Hospital Association photo exhibit
March 12, 2019
A panel of distinguished judges chose three photographs of patients and caregivers at UC Davis Children’s Hospital for inclusion in the biennial Children’s Hospitals Photo Exhibit.
New pediatric tele-physiatry program helps children in rural and underserved communities
March 7, 2019
Using the power of telehealth, children with cerebral palsy, spina bifida, spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities now have access to UC Davis Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physicians, funded by a $2 million, five-year grant from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).
IHOP pancake drive-through raises funds for UC Davis Children's Hospital on March 11
March 6, 2019
On Monday, March 11, pancake lovers can drive through, eat their fill of short-stack pancakes and make a donation to support sick and injured children at UC Davis Children's Hospital, in recognition of IHOP’s National Pancake Day.
Researchers seeking a cure for spina bifida get a step closer to their goal
March 5, 2019
Researchers on the path to finding a cure for spina bifida have identified specific elements in stem cell secretions as key to protecting neurons and ultimately reducing the lower-limb paralysis associated with the birth defect. The team will use the results to optimize the neuroprotective qualities of a stem cell treatment they developed that improves mobility in lab animals and dogs with spina bifida.
Month of Giving at Jersey Mike's Subs benefits UC Davis Children's Hospital
March 5, 2019
Eleven Jersey Mike's Subs locations in the greater Sacramento area will donate to Children’s Miracle Network at UC Davis Children’s Hospital during March for the "Month of Giving."
February 2019
Heart conditions affect young patients, too
February 26, 2019
Adults are often the focus of American Heart Month in February, but children with heart defects and conditions are also being treated with innovative technologies at the UC Davis Pediatric Heart Center.
UC Davis Pediatric and Cardiac Intensive Care Unit honored with silver Beacon Award for Excellence
February 26, 2019
The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) recently conferred a silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence on the UC Davis Pediatric and Cardiac Intensive Care Unit.
New ER protocol would allow some infants with fevers to avoid painful tests
February 18, 2019
A national research team led by UC Davis Health clinicians and researchers has identified a new protocol for emergency departments that can determine which infant patients with fevers are at low risk of significant bacterial infections--a finding that has important implications for identifying cases in which infants may not need invasive medical care such spinal taps, antibiotics or hospitalizations.
Critical care transport nurses recognized for life-saving care
February 15, 2019
At UC Davis Children’s Hospital, the Critical Care Transport (CCTT) program is a dedicated children’s transport team available to a 33-county area – and sometimes beyond – 24-hours a day, seven days a week. The team specializes in bringing an advanced level of care to infants and children at surrounding community hospitals, where appropriate resources may not be available.
Spirit Halloween Stores' donations to UC Davis Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department tops $500K
February 15, 2019
Hospitalization is hard. It can be really scary, especially for children. But thanks to generous support from donors like Spirit Halloween Superstores, UC Davis Children’s Hospital can help through its Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department.
Expert in pediatric neurology to speak at North Pacific Child Neurology Colloquium
February 15, 2019
Tallie Baram, an internationally-recognized expert in pediatric neurology and neuroscience, will give the keynote address at this year’s North Pacific Child Neurology Colloquium on April 5 at the UC Davis Alumni Center.
UC Davis Children's Hospital launches early mobility program for pediatric heart patients
February 12, 2019
The UC Davis Pediatric Cardiac and Intensive Care Unit launched the Pediatric A-F Bundle and Early Mobility Program specifically for pediatric cardiology patients this week. A ribbon cutting was held to mark the start of this program for patients with congenital heart defects and other heart conditions.
Pediatric heart health lunch lecture scheduled for Feb. 21
February 8, 2019
UC Davis Health faculty, staff, students and the public are invited to attend a free lunchtime lecture about pediatric heart health entitled "The Latest in Congenital Heart Disease: Collaboration Between Interventional Cardiology and Surgery." The event will be held Thursday, Feb. 21 from 12-1:30 p.m. at the Education Building's Third Floor Breezeway, 4610 X Street, Sacramento.
Young Adult Bereavement Art Group begins Feb. 28
February 4, 2019
The UC Davis Hospice Program and UC Davis Children's Hospital Bereavement Program will offer an eight-week Young Adult Bereavement Art Group for individuals aged 17 to 24 who are coping with the recent loss of a loved one.
Sacramento radio host, IHOP partner to raise funds for UC Davis Children's Hospital
February 1, 2019
Hot 103.5’s SugaBear in the Morning is embarking on a Sacramento-area breakfast tour to raise awareness and generate donations for Children’s Miracle Network (CMN).
Wild Bill's Tattoo-a-thon raises funds for UC Davis Children's Hospital on Feb. 23
February 1, 2019
Wild Bill’s 18th annual Tattoo-a-thon will take place on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 8 a.m. to midnight. Thirty tattoo artists have volunteered to work 16 hours during this year’s event and all proceeds – including tips – will be donated to UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
January 2019
UC Davis Children's Hospital joins program to test critically ill newborns
January 31, 2019
UC Davis Children's Hospital this month joins Project Baby Bear, the first California state-funded program to offer rapid whole genome sequencing for critically ill newborns.
Neonatal doctor receives national award for webcam program
January 31, 2019
UC Davis neonatologist Kristin Hoffman was selected by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals to receive the CMN Achievement Award, a national honor that goes to one caregiver, team, or unit which has significantly elevated the care of children and has specifically been impacted by Children's Miracle Network Hospitals’ funds.
UC Davis pediatric heart patient enters Rock Your Scar contest
January 28, 2019
Four-month-old UC Davis patient Leo Woo has entered the Rock the Scar contest, a national photo contest to raise awareness about congenital heart defects.
Join the Donut Dash for chance to win a donut party!
January 24, 2019
The 11th annual Donut Dash will take place Saturday, March 2, at 8:30 a.m. at William Land Park in Sacramento. Proceeds will benefit the UC Davis Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department.
10-year-old Kameron Fox to be honored at Aggies men's basketball game on Saturday
January 18, 2019
Like many boys his age, 10-year-old Kameron Fox loves sports. He loves to compete. He loves to win.
Six tips for flu prevention
January 14, 2019
Depending on your age and health status, influenza or “the flu” can act as a very achy nuisance or a threat to your life.
More than 150 UC Davis Health physicians named "Top Docs"
January 11, 2019
Annual Survey by Sacramento Magazine highlights expertise in primary and specialty care delivery.
San Diego Zoo Kids TV begins broadcasting at UC Davis Children's Hospital and Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern California
January 10, 2019
Young patients, their families and invited guests were treated to a visit with some amazing animal ambassadors—including a hedgehog, a great horned owl, and a blue and gold macaw.
Drums of the Pacific concert to benefit Children's Miracle Network at UC Davis
January 9, 2019
The inaugural Drums of the Pacific benefit concert will take place Saturday, March 2 from 5-7p.m. at The Colonial Theater in Sacramento. Proceeds will benefit Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) at UC Davis and provide funding for the Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department at UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
Top 15 foods you should be eating in 2019
January 4, 2019
New year, new diet, right? But which foods should we be eating in 2019 to optimize our health? We asked UC Davis Health experts which foods they recommend to help us all glean health benefits in the new year.
December 2018
Five facts families need to know about JUULing
December 28, 2018
It looks like a harmless USB flash drive, easily hidden in a school backpack or back pocket. But the JUUL, a slim electronic delivery device for nicotine, has become the e-cigarette of choice for many teens in the U.S.
Register for Donut Dash: Proceeds benefit UC Davis Child Life
December 28, 2018
The 11th annual Donut Dash will take place Saturday, March 2, at 8:30 a.m. at William Land Park in Sacramento. Proceeds will benefit the UC Davis Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department.
Using antibiotics wisely
December 21, 2018
Antibiotic resistance is a growing problem, both in the U.S. and around the world. Learn how to be a part of the solution to preserve the life-saving power of antibiotics.
Cardiothoracic surgery team brings advanced heart care to Mexico
December 19, 2018
A team led by UC Davis cardiothoracic surgeons Gary Raff and Victor Rodriguez recently traveled to Torreón in the state of Coahuila, Mexico, to treat children — from newborns to teens — with congenital heart defects.
Reminder: UC Davis Children's Hospital hosts toy drive Dec. 19-23
December 19, 2018
To make the donation of toys and other gifts easier for generous businesses, non-profit organizations and donors, UC Davis is offering donors the opportunity to drive up and drop off donations for the holidays.
Pediatric HIV/AIDS patients receive gifts of the season, thanks to donation
December 19, 2018
The holidays will be brighter for UC Davis Pediatric HIV/AIDS patients, thanks to a donation of gifts from the Progressive Insurance office on Harvard Avenue in Sacramento.
November 2018
Home-based telemedicine project for children with diabetes awarded at national conference
November 27, 2018
Pediatrics associate professor and CTSC scholar Stephanie Crossen is using technology to help children better manage Type 1 diabetes.
Votes for UC Davis Children's Hospital could result in $50,000 to help local kids
November 27, 2018
UC Davis Health employees and the general public are invited to cast their votes to support UC Davis Children’s Hospital, the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.
Promising approach to curing spina bifida gets $5.6 million
November 21, 2018
California's state stem cell agency has awarded a $5.66 million grant to UC Davis Health researchers who are pursuing a promising approach to repairing the birth defect that causes spina bifida.
New UC Davis Children's Surgery Center now open
November 15, 2018
UC Davis Children’s Hospital opened its new Children’s Surgery Center, a 20,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art pediatric facility this week.
Nominations sought for Children's Miracle Achievement Award
November 8, 2018
Children's Miracle Network at UC Davis is currently accepting nominations for the Children's Miracle Achievement Award. This award honors a caregiver who has significantly elevated the care of children and has specifically been impacted by Children's Miracle Network Hospitals' (CMN) funds. The deadline is Nov. 26.
Leading researchers call for a ban on widely used insecticides
November 1, 2018
Public health experts have found there is sufficient evidence that prenatal exposure to widely used insecticides known as organophosphates puts children at risk for neurodevelopmental disorders.
October 2018
Music therapy helps UC Davis Children's Hospital patient through pain, fear of hospitalization
October 22, 2018
When Genesis Oliva contracted a dangerous cellulitis infection which required multiple, painful surgeries, she was terrified. But music helped to ease her fear.
Nursing excellence at UC Davis Medical Center again receives national recognition
October 19, 2018
This week, the American Nurses Credentialing Center announced that it has renewed the hospital’s Magnet® designation for another four-year term.
UC Davis pediatric cancer patient has wish granted to be a Sacramento Republic FC player
October 10, 2018
Wishes do come true. If in doubt, ask pediatric cancer patient Matthew Harding. The 15-year-old boy from Elverta received the surprise of a lifetime on Wednesday when he became the youngest soccer player in Sacramento Republic FC history to be signed to a contract, as part of his Make-a-Wish wish.
UC Davis Child Life Internship program receives ACLP accreditation
October 9, 2018
The UC Davis Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department's internship program was just granted clinical internship accreditation by the Association of Child Life Professionals(ACLP). This designation has been given to only three children’s hospitals in the state. UC Davis Children’s Hospital is the only ACLP-accredited child life internship program in Northern California.
First UC Davis fetal surgery patient turns 2
October 3, 2018
Matthew Saetern-Angeles, the first fetal intervention at the UC Davis Fetal Care and Treatment Center, turned 2 years old last week.
UC Fetal Consortium meeting hosted at the UC Davis Sacramento campus
October 3, 2018
Members of the University of California Fetal Consortium (UCFC), representing all five UC Health campuses, gathered for a day-long meeting on Monday at Betty Irene Moore Hall in Sacramento.
UC Davis Pediatric Heart Center earns echocardiography reaccreditation by IAC
October 2, 2018
The UC Davis Pediatric Heart Center's Pediatric Echocardiography Laboratory has been granted an additional three-year term of accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in pediatric transthoracic, pediatric transesophageal and fetal echocardiography. This latest accreditation demonstrates the facility's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
Tickets and tables available for Rocktoberfest 2018 to benefit CMN at UC Davis Children's Hospital
October 1, 2018
A fun night of music, food and drink under the stars awaits at Rocktoberfest 2018.
September 2018
UC Davis Children's Hospital expands services at Sacramento Native American Health Center
September 28, 2018
In partnership with UC Davis Children's Hospital, new programs for children are now offered at the Sacramento Native American Health Center.
New Children's Hospital's online newsletter published
September 26, 2018
The Pediatric Press, UC Davis Children's Hospital's online newsletter, has published its fall issue.
Children's Miracle Network at UC Davis raises funds, breaks records during Walmart, Sam's Club miracle balloon campaign
September 26, 2018
The annual Walmart and Sam’s Club miracle balloon campaign to benefit Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) and UC Davis Children’s Hospital kicked off Aug. 27. Although there are still a few days left of the campaign, numbers released from CMN corporate indicate that CMN at UC Davis already holds several top spots based on their fundraising efforts.
UC Davis Children's Hospital first to offer patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) closures without surgery in tiny premature babies
September 18, 2018
Marcellus Brown was born prematurely at 24 weeks and his ductus arteriosus, an artery in the heart that normally closes after birth, didn’t close.
UC Davis Children's Hospital launches 'Two Peds in a Pod' podcast
September 17, 2018
UC Davis Children’s Hospital today launches ‘Two Peds In A Pod,’ a podcast featuring two pediatricians, Dean Blumberg and Lena Rothstein, who discuss child health topics of interest to parents in plain, non-medical language.
Patient travels from Dubai for life-changing heart procedure at UC Davis Children's Hospital
September 14, 2018
Doctors told them nothing more could be done; that they’ve done all that can be done. They said their daughter Yuvna’s heart condition was too severe. It was too complex. She had surgery and cardiac catheterizations, but now she was at the end of the road.
Adventist Health Lodi Memorial celebrates partnership with UC Davis Health at community event
September 14, 2018
The Lodi community gathered Thursday evening to celebrate the expansion of pediatric and neonatal services available at Adventist Health Lodi Memorial, thanks to its new partnership with UC Davis Health.
Spirit Halloween gives back to UC Davis Children's Hospital
September 12, 2018
Spirit Halloween Superstores won't have tricks, but they will be giving plenty of treats to UC Davis Children's Hospital this Halloween season.
August 2018
Grief support group for young adults will begin Sept. 19
August 30, 2018
The Young Adult Bereavement Art Group will be offered for eight weeks by UC Davis Hospice and the UC Davis Children's Hospital Bereavement Program, starting Sept. 19.
Pediatric patient receives life-changing care for double aortic arch
August 16, 2018
When Elk Grove resident Brooke Peoples was 1 year old, she was diagnosed with a double aortic arch, a rare congenital cardiovascular malformation.
Q&A with Laura Kester: Eating disorders and what families need to know
August 15, 2018
In her role as an adolescent medicine physician at UC Davis Children's Hospital, Laura Kester diagnoses and treats children and teens with eating disorders and helps to provide them with the resources and support that they need. The following is a Q&A with Kester, providing advice and help for families on this topic.
UC Davis Diabetes Summer Camp offers friendship, fun
August 15, 2018
The UC Davis Diabetes Summer Camp, held last month in Davis, provided a week of friendship, fun and diabetes education for patients battling Type I Diabetes.
UC Davis Children's Hospital Symposium set for Nov. 1
August 13, 2018
The UC Davis Children’s Hospital Symposium will be held Thursday, Nov. 1 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Betty Irene Moore Hall, Room 1000.
Organ donor patients honored in Honor Guard procession
August 10, 2018
Since 2016, the UC Davis Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) staff has been honoring organ donors with an honor guard procession. Now this tradition been extended to the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) and, soon, other intensive care units in UC Davis Medical Center.
UC Davis CAARE Center awarded grant to provide trauma training for staff, mental health providers
August 9, 2018
The UC Davis CAARE Center was recently awarded a $300,000, two-year grant by Sacramento County Behavioral Health Service to provide training and consultation for mental health providers and support staff treating youth with a history of sexual exploitation.
Children's Miracle Network Care-a-thon listeners show how much they care, donations total $170,304
August 8, 2018
Sacramento’s Entravision radio stations teamed up for the annual Children’s Miracle Network Care-a-thon, which raised a total of $170,304 to support pediatric programs, equipment, research and patient care at UC Davis Children's Hospital. The event is part of the annual CMN Hospitals Entravision Radiothon
Mediathon nets $521,547.33 for UC Davis Children's Hospital
August 8, 2018
The annual Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN) Mediathon on ABC10 raised more than $500,000 for UC Davis Children's Hospital, the local Children's Miracle Network Hospital in Sacramento. Funds raised stay local, meaning all funds donated benefit the children in the 33-county service area served by the hospital.
UC Davis Children's Hospital receives $74,000 from CMN Friendship Invitational
August 8, 2018
Community members and corporate partners took to the links at the 2018 CMN Friendship Invitational Golf Tournament, raising close to $75,000 to benefit Children’s Miracle Network at UC Davis.
Walmart superhero campaign to benefit UC Davis Children's Hospital begins end of August
August 7, 2018
Help Walmart help sick and injured children by making a donation at your local Walmart Aug. 27-Sept. 30 during the store’s annual Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals miracle balloon campaign. Donations stay local to support children in UC Davis Children’s Hospital 33-county service area.
Children's Miracle Network (CMN) awards grants for 2018-2019
August 7, 2018
Thirteen grants totaling nearly $400,000 have been awarded by Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) at UC Davis to clinicians and researchers at UC Davis Medical Center. Grants in the amount of $225,388 will enhance the clinical care of children and $169,883 was awarded for research directly improving the health and welfare of children.
Acupuncture provides help for pediatric GI patient
August 7, 2018
Twelve-year-old Samantha Rickards was not one to complain. But when her stomach hurt and every day the pain got worse, her parents were alarmed … especially after a visit to her pediatrician, a gastroenterologist and two-and-a-half months of tests and medications with no answers or relief.
Entravision stations raise funds for UC Davis Children's Hospital Aug. 2-4
August 2, 2018
Entravision's 72-hour Radiothon kicks off today, raising funds for Children’s Miracle Network at UC Davis.
Dairy Queen® Miracle Treat Day benefits UC Davis Children's Hospital Aug. 2
August 1, 2018
Help hospitalized kids by celebrating Miracle Treat Day at Dairy Queen (DQ) locations[this Thursday, Aug. 2. When you purchase a Blizzard® Treat, $1 or more from every Blizzard Treat sold will go to UC Davis Children’s Hospital, Sacramento’s only Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.
July 2018
Ronald McDonald House Northern California gifts new caring cart to UC Davis Children's Hospital
July 31, 2018
Ronald McDonald House Northern California has donated a new caring cart to UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
Kantamneni appointed director of pediatric epilepsy at UC Davis Health
July 31, 2018
Trishna Kantamneni has joined the UC Davis Department of Neurology as director of pediatric epilepsy, effective July 1, 2018.
Papa Murphy's pizza sales support UC Davis Children's Hospital on Aug. 3-4
July 30, 2018
In celebration of ABC10's Children's Miracle Network Mediathon on Aug. 3, Papa Murphy's Pizza is offering two ways to give back to UC Davis Children's Hospital.
ABC10 airs Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Mediathon on Aug. 3
July 26, 2018
The Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Mediathon will be broadcast on ABC10 KXTV in Sacramento beginning Friday, Aug. 3 at 4:30 a.m. ending at 11:35 p.m. Funds raised will benefit UC Davis Children’s Hospital, the local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.
USS La Jolla sailors visit UC Davis Children's Hospital
July 26, 2018
In celebration of Sacramento Navy Week, sailors from the USS La Jolla, a Los Angeles-class submarine, visited pediatric patients and families at UC Davis Children's Hospital last Friday.
Natale named chief of staff at UC Davis Medical Center
July 13, 2018
JoAnne Natale, professor of pediatric critical care and director of quality and safety at UC Davis Children’s Hospital, has been elected chief of staff of UC Davis Medical Center, effective July 1.
