News From Around the System

You've Got to Move It Move It

Research from Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science at UC San Diego suggests that light-intensity physical activity, including shopping or a casual walk, may protect against mobility disability in older women.

Genetic Tool Improves Estimation of Prostate Cancer Risk in Diverse Ethnic/Racial Groups

Scientists at University of California San Diego School of Medicine validated a more inclusive and comprehensive genetic tool, known as a polygenic hazard score (PHS), for predicting age of onset of aggressive prostate cancer.

Genetic Tool Improves Estimation of Prostate Cancer Risk in Diverse Ethnic/Racial Groups

UC Davis School of Medicine scored a record year of NIH funding

In 2020, the UC Davis School of Medicine secured its highest-ever level of National Institutes of Health research funding at more than $181 million.

You’ve Got to Move It, Move It

Prospective study finds light activity, such as gardening or walking, preserves women’s mobility during aging

Older people often incorrectly assume medicines don’t have potential side effects

Research brief: The study is aimed at helping doctors ensure their patients adhere to medication regimens.

Reddit shows people with kidney stones have been less likely to seek treatment during pandemic

Research brief: According to posts on the discussion board, people have waited longer to visit a doctor.

Last-Itch Effort: Fighting the Bacteria That Exacerbate Eczema with Bacteria

Researchers at UC San Diego School of Medicine use bacteriotherapy to improve symptoms of atopic dermatitis.

UC Davis Health ranks seventh in the nation for kidney transplants in 2020

Despite a pandemic and nationwide hospital capacity concerns, UC Davis Health’s kidney transplant team was among the top 10 busiest kidney transplant centers in the U.S last year.

After bumpy start to life, Thea gets care she needs from UC Davis Health

Shortly after birth, Thea experienced trouble breathing. She was transferred to UC Davis Children’s Hospital, where she was diagnosed with Stickler Syndrome with Pierre Robin Sequence, two genetic disorders that can cause vision, hearing and joint problems, as well as a U-shaped cleft palate and breathing difficulties.