The Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control have approved COVID-19 vaccinations for kids ages 5-11. A UC Davis Health pediatrician and epidemiologist share their insights about the illness and the vaccine for this age group.
There is no medication that is studied more, and more rigorously monitored, than vaccines,’ says UCLA Health pediatrician and infectious disease expert Dr. Annabelle de St. Maurice
Typically dominated by the Los Angeles market, Spanish radio stations in the Sacramento area did not let past performance stand in the way raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals like UC Davis Children’s Hospital. Even with the pandemic, fundraising exceeded expectations.
UC Davis Health infectious diseases specialist George Thompson answered some commonly asked questions about Merck’s new COVID-19 pill. The medication could be given in the days after COVID-19 symptoms arise to prevent severe disease.
Chuck Abraham, an 89-year-old Korean War veteran, was honored this fall by UC Davis Health for his service to his country. Through its “We Honor Veterans” program, UC Davis Hospice recognizes veterans through personalized pinning ceremonies with loved ones gathered.
Registration for the 2022 Healthy Aging Education Series, formerly Mini Medical School, opens online Nov. 2. Classes begin on Feb 5, 2022. Classes are offered as live webinars with an opportunity for participants to interact virtually with the presenters.
Una serie de foros en línea, llamados “Charlas en español, entendiendo el cáncer en los latinos”, organizada por el Centro Integral de Cáncer de UC Davis, ayuda a las comunidades de habla hispana a entender cómo prevenir y también tratar el cáncer.
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