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A Colusa boy with leukemia and his family’s drive to save his life

UC Davis Health — September 23, 2022

A blood test would prove what Isaac’s family had feared: cancer. It was his mom’s insistence on further testing and a late-night trip to UC Davis Children’s Hospital that would save Isaac’s life. That, and her son’s fighting spirit.

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Don’t call it a ‘breakthrough infection’

UCLA Health — September 22, 2022

The phrase became popular after COVID-19 vaccines became available, but it’s not accurate, says UCLA Health infectious diseases specialist Dr. Annabelle de St. Maurice

Today is Hispanic Nurses Day

UC Davis Health — September 22, 2022

A national day to celebrate the contributions of Hispanics in the nursing profession offers an opportunity to reflect on how UC Davis Health promotes diversity among its staff and increased humility when working with its diverse patients.

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UC San Diego Health Recognized by Vizient

UC San Diego Health — September 22, 2022

UC San Diego Health has been recognized as a top performer in the 2022 Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Ranking by Vizient, Inc. UC San Diego Health is one of a few members in the “Comprehensive Academic Medical Center” cohort to be recognized for excellence in delivering...

Could monoclonal antibodies replace opioids for chronic pain?

UC Davis Health — September 21, 2022

During the pandemic, physicians used infusions of monoclonal antibodies to help patients fight off COVID-19 infections. Now, in response to the U.S. opioid crisis, researchers at UC Davis are trying to create monoclonal antibodies that can help fight chronic pain.

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