From the emergency department to the Capitol: Emergency physician Ellen Shank shows how clinical insight can drive real policy change. Through a fellowship, she helped shape a state law that improves medication access and patient care across California. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

New research from our Emergency Medicine team suggests naloxone use during out-of-hospital cardiac arrest is associated with improved survival and neurological outcomes, particularly in drug-related cases. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

What happens when a humanoid robot becomes part of daily dementia care? Researchers are partnering with Eskaton and Andromeda Robots to study how Abi, a social companion robot, may help spark connections inside a memory care neighborhood. Image: An adult faces a small robot.

Ongoing outbreaks of Ebola cases are surging in parts of Africa. Dr. Angel Desai, infectious disease specialist, breaks down what Ebola actually is, how it is transmitted and why it is not spread through the air as many people assume. www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYqv...

This morning, pediatric patients at the @ucdavischildren.bsky.social enjoyed a special visit with A's players Zack Gelof, Max Muncy and Stomper the mascot. Thank you to the Athletics for making today feel like a home run! ⚾ Video: Two A's players in white jerseys are engaging with patients.

What are the most common food allergens in kids? Dr. Lena van der List breaks down the top 9 foods that cause the majority of food allergies in children, including cow’s milk, eggs, peanuts and more.   Video description: Dr. van der List is on camera, illustrations are shown for each allergen.

Researchers are working to uncover the root cause of some severe brain diseases in children. In addition to enabling new treatments, this discovery could help scientists identify dozens of other genetic diseases. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

We don’t always notice it, but plastic is everywhere. Over time, it breaks down into tiny particles called microplastics that end up in the air we breathe and the food we eat. An exposure scientist breaks down simple ways to reduce your exposure: health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultiva...

Does sunscreen cause cancer? Dermatologist Oma Agbai explains why that common online myth is not supported by evidence.   Video description: Dr. Agbai speaks directly to the camera from a studio. Images include people applying sunscreen.

A new clinical trial helped a father beat cancer and return stronger. Bryan Mazza finished his aggressive treatment plan at @ucdaviscancer.bsky.social and set out a goal: to enter a race. That one race turned into him competing in a 50-mile ultramarathon. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

Hai Trinh spent years fighting a rare bone marrow disease. His best chance of survival came from a donor he never expected: his own daughter. Viana's donation helped her dad and inspired her to pursue a medical career. Learn more about their journey: health.ucdavis.edu/welcome/news...

As we wrap up #NursesWeek celebrations, we asked our nurses to describe the nursing profession in one word. However, we know their lifesaving, incredible and compassionate care goes much further than just one. Here are their responses.   Video: Nurses individually speak directly to the camera.

Q&A: @ucdavishealth.bsky.social experts on what is hantavirus and why it is very unlikely to start a pandemic health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

We're expanding access to a next-generation breast imaging technique that gives a more detailed picture of potential cancer and with faster results. Learn more about how the technology works: health.ucdavis.edu/welcome/news...

Could hantavirus become the next pandemic like COVID-19? Dr. Dean Blumberg, Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, explains how it spreads and the rare possibility of transmission: https://youtu.be/Kr7f7Y50BtQ?si=GCqUfrIhR6HXYFpW

A recent hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has raised concerns about it spreading, but how worried should we be? Infectious disease expert Dean Blumberg breaks down how it spreads and the symptoms to watch for. While the illness can be serious, cases are rare. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

A new study shows that AI is most effective when humans stay involved in the review process. By combining explainable AI with interdisciplinary expert review, researchers can reduce bias, improve safety and build more trustworthy tools for patients and clinicians. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Dr. Kevin Gee joins Chancellor May in acknowledging the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans in the United States. They invite the community to learn more about the diverse histories, cultures and traditions.

Our researchers recently solved a medical mystery. They knew that TRPM4 gene mutations cause serious heart diseases or serious skin diseases, but never both. The team discovered that body temperature and other factors played a role in gene activation. Image: Researchers wear white coats in a lab.

Happy #NursesWeek from Dean of the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing, Stephen Cavanagh! @ucdavisbimson.bsky.social   Video description: Dean Cavanagh stands in front of a blue UC Davis Health background. A montage of photos of various nursing students.

“Cold hands, warm heart” may be more than a saying. UC Davis researchers solved why mutations in the same gene cause either heart disease or rare skin disease, but never both, by showing how body temperature controls where those mutations are active. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

@ucdavis.bsky.social researchers have discovered an inherited form of blindness in rhesus macaques that is comparable to inherited optic nerve disease in humans.

Keenan Gibson, one of our vascular surgery residents, is one step closer to his goal of improving vascular surgery care, not only for patients in Sacramento but around the world. Image: Keenan Gibson and another health care professional in a surgical environment.

New Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients data ranks the UC Davis Transplant Center among the nation’s top liver transplant programs, highlighting superior survival rates, fewer waitlist deaths and faster access to life‑saving transplants. Learn more: health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

New @ucdavismind.bsky.social research sheds light on how long-banned PCB chemicals still affect the brain, revealing key sex differences and unexpected protective effects, including the role of folic acid.

Wondering if an autism evaluation might be helpful for your child? Our experts at the UC Davis MIND Institute explain what signs to look for: https://health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultivating-health/do-you-think-your-child-may-have-autism-learn-when-to-seek-an-autism-evaluation/2023/04

Orthopaedic surgeon Cassandra Lee shares her top tips to protect your body by preventing injuries in the gym and keep you feeling strong while you maintain your fitness.   Video description: Cassandra Lee speaks to the camera while holding a mini microphone and wearing a pink blazer.

This National Infant Immunization Week, it's important to keep up with your child's routine immunizations to prevent serious diseases. Learn more about the childhood vaccine schedule and what parents need to know: health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultiva...

A new study suggests low thyroid hormone levels during critical illness may weaken the heart more than previously thought. Our researchers found that severe hypothyroidism directly impaired cardiac function, even when standard measures looked normal. Read more: health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

Today, we celebrate National Healthcare Decisions Day. Advance care planning is about ensuring care reflects what matters most to patients. How dedicated social workers, innovative screening tools and a focus on equity are helping patients: health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

Can "wellness" be bought? Check out Dr. Scott Fishman on this week's episode of Minds Over Matters! @ucdavis.bsky.social @ucdavishealth.bsky.social

#AutismAcceptanceMonth is an opportunity to build understanding and support for those with neurodevelopmental conditions. Veronica Tuss shares why autism acceptance matters to her as a provider and as a mother. @ucdavismind.bsky.social   Video: Veronica sits on a bench speaking to the camera.

A new @ucdavishealth.bsky.social study reveals that transportation challenges create major barriers for patients with end-stage kidney disease who receive hemodialysis at a clinic. The study calls for more coordination between health and transportation systems. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

"Breastfeeding is natural, but it doesn't mean it's easy." Being a new parent is filled with challenges and questions about whether you're doing the right thing and if your baby is getting enough breast milk. Our lactation experts answer some of the top questions: health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultiva...

Our GI doctors are using AI to improve the quality of colonoscopies. By using the tool in patient medical records, our team can more accurately track adenoma detection rates, a key measure linked to lower colorectal cancer risk and mortality. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

Congratulations to Simon Cherry, distinguished professor emeritus of radiology and biomedical engineering, for receiving the ESMI Award from the European Society of Molecular Imaging (ESMI)! Image description: From left to right: Irene Marco Ruiz, Simon Cherry and Bernd Pichler stand and smile.

As the region grows rapidly, so does the demand for health care. We are proud to be at the cutting edge of academic medical center research. As @chancellormay.bsky.social says, we can't bring those innovations to our community without protecting federal funding: www.bizjournals.com/sacramento/n...

Two new studies from the @ucdavismind.bsky.social highlight the possible role of immunosuppressive cells on neuroinflammation and behavior associated with autism. Learn how the study of regulatory T cells (Tregs) could aid in biological therapies: health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

It's been nearly a year since Aggie Square held its formal inauguration, and the innovation district is already making a strong impact on the community! Image: Aggie Square stands on a sunny corner with trees, sidewalks, and people walking nearby under a blue sky.

How much can AI really help with clinical documentation? A new national study published in JAMA suggests it can, at least a little. @jama.com @ucsdhealth.bsky.social @ucdavisresearch.bsky.social jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

NIH awards $15.8 million to @ucdavishealth.bsky.social for major Hispanic-Latino brain health study health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

Researchers @ucdavis.bsky.social found in a mouse study that chemicals commonly found in disinfectant sprays may be more harmful than once thought. @ucdavisvetmed.bsky.social www.ucdavis.edu/health/news/...

When routine blood pressure checks revealed a dangerously low heart rate, our Remote Patient Monitoring team acted quickly, leading to a lifesaving pacemaker for one of our patients. How early intervention made the difference: health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

Congratulations to our professors Janine LaSalle and David J. Segal for being elected as American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellows! Learn more about how our scholars are shaping the science of neurological conditions: health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...

Fevers in kids are common and often normal. Our pediatric experts explain how to safely manage fevers at home, what warning signs to watch for and when it may be time to contact your child’s care team: health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultiva...

Tuberculosis is a global disease that kills millions. Our researchers have developed a new test that can detect an active TB infection, which could speed up diagnosis and help prevent its spread. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin... #FromLabstoLives #WorldTBDay @ucghi.bsky.social

Is there anything better than #MatchDay?   Congratulations to our 121 newly matched soon-to-be doctors! 🩺💙   Video description: A montage of celebratory moments from the UC Davis School of Medicine Match Day event. Text reads "Match Day 2026!" Many students hug others. @ucdavis.bsky.social

All the #MatchDay feels! We are so proud of these incredible soon-to-be doctors. Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 💙 @ucdavishealth.bsky.social @ucdavis.bsky.social Image description: Two people stand in a crowded room opening envelopes during a Match Day celebration.

A new study published in @science.org has discovered how the gut microbiome can worsen chronic kidney disease. Researchers found that kidney dysfunction changes the gut microbiome, fueling bacteria that produce toxins that damage the kidneys. Learn more: health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...