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Can fentanyl be absorbed through your skin?

UC Davis Health — October 18, 2022

In communities around the country, stories and headlines are stoking fears that fentanyl exposure through the skin could lead to adverse effects, including death. In this Q&A, toxicology expert Daniel Colby answers questions and dispels common myths around fentanyl exposure.

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Trauma surgeon receives congressional award honoring women of the year

UC Davis Health — October 18, 2022

UC Davis trauma surgeon Rachel Russo received the 2022 Women of the Year award from Congressman John Garamendi on Oct. 13. The prestigious award honors women from California’s Third Congressional District who are leaders and visionaries in their communities.

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UC Davis Children’s Hospital brings advanced neonatal care to Stockton region

UC Davis Health — October 17, 2022

UC Davis Children’s Hospital has partnered with St. Joseph’s Medical Center to bring its nationally ranked neonatal care to premature babies in the Stockton region. Community collaborations like this provide world-class maternal child health care to more communities across the region.

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Senescent Cells also Help to Heal Damaged Tissues

UCSF Health — October 13, 2022

Not all senescent cells are harmful “zombies” that should be wiped out to prevent age-related disease. New research from UCSF found that some of them are embedded in young, healthy tissues and promote normal repair from damage.

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