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How does removing the voice box affect the sense of smell?

UC Davis Health — July 25, 2022

A new UC Davis Health study showed that patients who had surgery to remove their voice box experienced changes to their sense of smell that affected their quality of life, even two years post-operation. It stressed the importance of patient counseling on olfactory side effects.

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Sign up to learn about MIND Institute studies you could take part in

UC Davis Health — July 21, 2022

The UC Davis MIND Institute has created a new, user-friendly registry for people interested in taking part in research. Signing up takes just a couple of minutes and allows you to learn about studies that might be a good fit for your family.

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Startup developing technology to combat degenerative diseases

UC Davis Health — July 21, 2022

John Voss, a professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, is developing a unique approach to understanding and potentially treating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s by identifying and targeting misfolded proteins.

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Survey finds alarming trend toward political violence

UC Davis Health — July 20, 2022

A new report published by researchers at the UC Davis Violence Prevention Research Program reveals alarming trends in attitudes toward violence, including political violence, in the United States.

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