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January 2025
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MIND InstituteJanuary 17, 2025Playgroups where children with exceptional needs can ‘fully be themselves’
Children with exceptional needs such as autism, physical disability or chronic illness thrive in new playgroups.
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School of MedicineJanuary 17, 2025Medical students lead effort to boost bone marrow registry
The Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association led an effort that resulted in 73 people signing up for the national bone marrow registry.
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AgingJanuary 16, 2025Mini Medical School 2025 program starts soon
Registration is open for the 2025 Mini Medical School: A Healthy Aging Education Series Program, which begins Feb. 1.
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Children's HealthJanuary 15, 2025Virtual Holiday Toy Drive raises more than $27K
The holidays were merry and bright for hospitalized kids, thanks to the Virtual Toy Drive donors.
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Cancer CareJanuary 14, 2025Child life services is lifeline for daughter of nurse practitioner with cancer
A cancer diagnosis is especially hard when the patient has children. A mom who works at UC Davis Health found a free program that helps.
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Obstetrics and GynecologyJanuary 14, 2025Wrong place, wrong time: Why Zika virus hijacks a protein needed for brain growth
A new study published Jan. 13 in mBio shows that the Zika virus hijacks a host protein called ANKLE2, which happens to be important for brain development, to assist its own reproduction.
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Children's HealthJanuary 13, 2025Free heart screening for 12- to 25-year-olds scheduled for March 9 in Davis
A free youth heart screening event in Davis will help identify young people who may have an undiagnosed heart condition.
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Public HealthJanuary 10, 2025LA fires are producing hazardous smoke: How to protect yourself
Smoke and ash from urban wildfires, like those in Los Angeles, may put people at risk of short- and long-term health problems.
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Orthopaedic CareJanuary 08, 2025Meniscus tears in kids and teens are on the rise. What’s the best treatment?
UC Davis Health pediatric orthopaedic surgeon Brian Haus is leading a North American effort to find the best treatment for meniscus tears in young patients.
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Heart and VascularJanuary 08, 2025UC Davis Health cardiology team is one of the first in the nation to use novel pVAD system
Cardiovascular Medicine is among the first in the country to utilize a novel pVAD to support blood flow in patients undergoing high-risk stent procedures.
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Children's HealthJanuary 07, 2025Registration now open for annual Donut Dash fundraiser
Fun run that supports the UC Davis Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department scheduled for March 8 at William Land Park in Sacramento.
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SurgeryJanuary 06, 2025Andrew Barleben named the new UC Davis Aortic Center director
Renowned vascular surgeon and researcher Andrew Barleben joins UC Davis Health as director of the Aortic Center.
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Food and NutritionJanuary 03, 2025Do collagen, omega-3 and whey supplements help your bones?
In a Q&A, Professor of Neurobiology and Physiology Keith Baar discusses the effects of collagen, whey protein and omega-3 supplements on bone, tendons and joint health.
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Internal MedicineJanuary 02, 2025Dry January: How to stay alcohol-free for a month
Giving up alcohol can mean improved health, weight loss, better sleep and more energy.
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December 2024
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Emergency CareDecember 30, 2024New study finds significant number of serious crashes involve drugs and alcohol
Data from an ongoing study on local roadway injuries shows a high prevalence of drugs or alcohol in crashes.
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Cancer CareDecember 20, 2024UC Davis researchers help decode the cause of aggressive breast cancer in women of color
Cancer center researchers may have uncovered the specific biomarker that causes Black women to get triple-negative breast cancer at higher rates than other women.
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Children's HealthDecember 20, 2024First dual chamber leadless pacemaker implanted in a child
UC Davis pediatric cardiologist Dan Cortez is first in the world to implant a dual chamber leadless pacemaker in a child.
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Physical Medicine and RehabilitationDecember 19, 2024
UC Davis Health premieres new documentary on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy treatment
“John-John’s Journey” documents a family’s urgent journey across the globe to enroll their toddler in a clinical trial at UC Davis.
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School of MedicineDecember 18, 2024
Student-run Clínica Tepati celebrates 50th anniversary
Clínica Tepati, the UC Davis student-run free clinic in Midtown Sacramento, celebrates 50 years of caring for underserved patients.
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RheumatologyDecember 18, 2024New report highlights ways to advance women’s health research
A committee of experts, including UC Davis Health’s Nancy E. Lane, advised Congress on how to address gaps in research on women’s health.
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Children's HealthDecember 18, 2024
Baby born at 22 weeks gestation, saved by Sacramento firefighters and UC Davis Health
Born on the side of Highway 99, a preterm baby gets the best chance at life, thanks to Sacramento Fire Department Engine 6 and UC Davis NICU teams.
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SurgeryDecember 17, 2024
Newly available surgery gives lymphedema patients new hope
The Center for Lymphatic Disease at UC Davis Health earns designation as a Lymphatic Education and Research Network Surgery Center of Excellence.
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General Health NewsDecember 16, 2024UC Davis Health Veterans Employee Association honors heroes with Wreaths Across America
Members of the UC Davis Health Veterans Employee Association took part in the annual Wreaths Across America event at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery and Camellia Memorial Lawn Cemetery.
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Betty Irene Moore School of NursingDecember 13, 2024Personal experience propels student to improve mental health for other Californians
A collaborative program among UC nursing schools aims to meet need for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners.
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Emergency CareDecember 13, 2024UC Davis Health awarded grant to study impairment-related, motor-vehicle crashes
The Department of Emergency Medicine has received a grant to extend its study on the role that intoxication plays in roadway crashes.
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Awards and HonorsDecember 10, 2024Pharmacology chair receives prestigious honorary fellowship from The Physiological Society
Donald M. Bers, chair of the Department of Pharmacology, received an Honorary Fellowship from The Physiological Society, the group's highest honor presented to an individual.
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MIND InstituteDecember 06, 2024
Top 10 questions about the UC Davis Redwood SEED Scholars Program
Applications are being accepted for the fall 2025 class of Redwood SEED Scholars, an inclusive program at UC Davis for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
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Stem CellsDecember 04, 2024Health Net grant for UC Davis Stem Cell Program to improve access to CAR T-cell therapy
UC Davis Health’s Stem Cell Program received a grant from Health Net to improve cancer patients’ access to life-saving CAR-T therapies and clinical trials.
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ResearchDecember 03, 2024Reality bite: How a tiny insect reshaped one scientist’s research and family life
When epidemiologist Kristen Aiemjoy’s son was infected with the very disease she studies, her family experienced the same fear she’s trying to prevent for others.
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Children's HealthDecember 03, 20243D models provide road map to cloacal repairs
Three-dimensional printed models, created at the 3D PrintViz Lab on the UC Davis Health campus, have helped surgical teams plan for cloacal surgery in children. These models provide a veritable road map that makes all the difference.
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November 2024
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Betty Irene Moore School of NursingNovember 26, 2024
New advanced practice providers get boost transitioning into workplace
Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing program seeks applicants to address shortage of primary care clinicians.
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School of MedicineNovember 26, 2024Medical student shares passion for Native American tradition through beading workshops
A second-year UC Davis medical student shares her passion for Native American culture by hosting lunchtime beading workshops for fellow students.
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Eye Health and Vision ScienceNovember 26, 2024Early-stage trial finds stem cell therapy for retinitis pigmentosa is safe
An early-stage trial finds that CD34+ stem cells are a safe — and possibly effective — treatment for vision loss from retinitis pigmentosa.
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Children's HealthNovember 25, 202417-year-old Roseville girl nearly dies of walking pneumonia
Two months after her hospital stay, 17-year-old patient returns to thank the team who saved her life.
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Medical CenterNovember 22, 2024UC Davis Medical Center ranks among nation’s top performers
UC Davis Medical Center has been nationally recognized as a top performing hospital by Healthgrades, receiving excellence awards in eight specialty areas.
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Cancer CareNovember 22, 2024UC Davis Health is first in the region to launch unique bladder cancer clinical trial
A new clinical trial is available for bladder cancer patients in Northern California who previously faced few treatment options.
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OtolaryngologyNovember 22, 2024‘I’m just thankful to have teeth’: UC Davis Health surgeons rebuild patient’s jaw in a day
A multidisciplinary team completed a jaw restoration procedure ― removing a tumor, placing a bone implant and prefabricated dental prosthetic ― all during one surgery.
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Heart and VascularNovember 21, 2024Sidewalk CPR treats heart attack steps from hospital
A nurse performs life-saving chest compressions in her bike helmet, and later reunites with the patient’s family.
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Children's HealthNovember 21, 20242-year-old lives his best life after groundbreaking spina bifida clinical trial
Two years ago, Tobi was the second patient to receive a first-of-its-kind surgery at our Fetal Care and Treatment Center. Look at him now!
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Children's HealthNovember 20, 2024UC Davis Medical Center recognized for exceptional care for patients on life support
UC Davis Medical Center has received the Gold Level ELSO Award for Excellence in Life Support from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization.
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Cancer CareNovember 19, 2024Dogs get head and neck cancers, too
Cancer center scientists are collaborating with veterinary oncologists to roll out a new cancer clinical trial in canines that may help humans with the disease.
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Medical CenterNovember 19, 2024UC Davis Health named one of 'America’s Dream Employers'
Forbes has named UC Davis Health as one of “America’s Dream Employers” after assessing areas like career growth, work-life balance, diversity and workplace culture.
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Cancer CareNovember 15, 2024UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center names physician-in-chief
David Tom Cooke is now the permanent physician-in-chief of UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center after serving in an interim capacity for the past year.
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ResearchNovember 15, 2024New study shows how salmonella tricks gut defenses to cause infection
A study led by distinguished professor Andreas Bäumler uncovered how Salmonella, a major cause of food poisoning, can invade the gut despite the presence of protective bacteria.
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ResearchNovember 14, 2024Want to learn about Alzheimer’s disease and help fight it? Be a Beta Catcher!
Researchers are calling people of Hispanic descent to help find and trace plaques linked to dementia. Their work, supported by an NIH grant, helps speed up research on Alzheimer’s.
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Mental HealthNovember 14, 2024Anti-anxiety and hallucination-like effects of psychedelics mediated by distinct neural circuits
A new UC Davis study suggests it may be possible to separate treatment from hallucinations when developing new drugs based on psychedelics.
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MIND InstituteNovember 13, 2024Community partners key to success of vaccine clinic focused on neurodevelopmental conditions
Community partnerships led to a specialized clinic delivering COVID and flu shots to individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions like autism at the MIND Institute.
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Children's HealthNovember 13, 2024Asthma may place children at risk of memory difficulties, new UC Davis research finds
Asthma is associated with memory difficulties in children, and early onset of asthma may exacerbate memory deficits, according to a new study.
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ResearchNovember 12, 2024Vice Dean for Research Kim Barrett wins John Snow Public Health Innovation Prize 2024
In recognition of her outstanding research on gut health, Vice Dean for Research Kim Barrett was awarded the John Snow Public Health Innovation Prize 2024.
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School of MedicineNovember 07, 2024Willow Clinic student volunteers host health and resources fair Saturday in Sacramento
Physical exams, flu vaccines and housing resources are among the services students will provide Saturday at the annual Veteran’s Day Health Fair.
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