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UCI Health gastroenterologist Dr. Nimisha Parekh recognized as Woman of Impact

UCI Health — March 12, 2025

Orange, Calif. — UCI Health gastroenterologist Dr. Nimisha Parekh, a national leader in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disorders, has been recognized as an Orange County Woman of Impact in the most recent issue of Orange Coast Magazine. Parekh has a number of roles at UCI Health, including clinician, educator…

Alzheimer's patient with Down syndrome avoided dementia

UCI Health — March 5, 2025

IN THE NEWS: A woman with Down syndrome showed no signs of cognitive decline well into her 60s despite having all the physiological hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease, according to a consortium of researchers co-led by UC Irvine neuroscientists. The case study by the Alzheimer Biomarker Consortium — Down Syndrome, reported…

Join the fight against cancer at the 9th annual UC Irvine Anti-Cancer Challenge

UCI Health — March 4, 2025

Orange, Calif. — The UC Irvine Anti-Cancer Challenge is gearing up for its ninth annual event, rallying thousands to ride, run and walk on this special fall day dedicated to raising funds and awareness for cancer research. Registration is now open for the 2025 challenge — to be held Saturday…

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