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When is the best time to test for COVID-19?

UCLA Health — January 7, 2022

Omicron ‘appears to behave more like a cold virus in the vaccinated population,’ says Dr. Omai Garner, director of clinical microbiology for UCLA Health

First person seemingly cured of type 1 diabetes

UCLA Health — January 7, 2022

The first participant in the trial not only decreased his daily insulin use by 91%, but for the first time in his life, his body is producing insulin in response to blood sugar fluctuation

Novel Brainstem Circuit Gives Rise to the Rhythms of Vocalization

UCSF Health — January 6, 2022

Human vocal sounds have the same rhythmic quality as the sounds made by many mammals, songbirds, and even some species of fish. UCSF researchers have found the brainstem circuit responsible, and it's connected breath control.

Virtual Holiday Toy Drive raises $21,125 for hospitalized kids

UC Davis Health — January 6, 2022

The holidays were a little brighter for hospitalized kids at UC Davis Children’s Hospital, thanks to $21,125 that was raised during this year’s Virtual Holiday Toy Drive. The drive provided free toys for every hospitalized child, from infants to teens.

women with toy donations

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