Squishy toys can be fun sensory toys for kids, but some may pose safety risks. Learn about potential risks, including choking, harmful chemicals and burns, plus tips for choosing and using squishy toy...

UC Davis neurosurgeon David Brandman has received the 2026 NIH Director’s New Innovator Award to develop a brain-computer interface that can help restore speech for stroke survivors.

After a CDC warning about rabies, an infectious diseases expert explains exposure risks and when to seek medical care after an encounter with a bat.

COVID-19 cases are rising in California. Learn why infections increase this time of year, who should get vaccinated and ways to stay protected.

Family medicine and internal medicine both provide primary care, but they serve different ages and needs. Understanding their differences can help you choose the right care with confidence.

UC Davis Health improved blood sugar control and patient safety through a coordinated team approach to inpatient diabetes care.

UC Davis Medical Center became the first U.S. hospital to treat functional mitral regurgitation with an investigational device, which helped a patient regain his health.

Choosing health insurance can feel overwhelming. This simple guide explains HMO vs. PPO plans, their key differences, and how to choose the best option for you or your family.

Sleep may matter more than screen time, exercise or diet for young people to succeed in school and maintain healthy friendships.

A new study of people over 90 years old finds significant dementia risk disparities between genders and racial and ethnic groups.

Findings from the Vietnamese Insights into Cognitive Aging Program come as the landmark study receives a $13.3 million NIH award to expand dementia research.

A clinical trial found that an oral medication, timed with dialysis visits, was as safe as standard anemia treatment and may improve outcomes.

A commonly used corticosteroid eye drop was recalled. Eye doctors explain what patients need to know.

UC Davis Health performed its first cochlear implant surgery while the patient was awake, expanding options for patients who face risks from general anesthesia.

The federal 340B program helps safety-net hospitals like UC Davis Medical Center cut medication costs and expand services for vulnerable patients and the community

Dr. Dean Blumberg, Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at UC Davis Children’s Hospital, explains the new foodborne parasite outbreak now affecting a majority of the United States.

Researchers from UC Davis Medical Center have identified significant socioeconomic disparities among patients seeking treatment for complications after aesthetic surgery.

A new study shows that older adults’ perceptions of their mental sharpness closely align with their actual cognitive performance. The findings may help clinicians better understand and support patient...

As summer travel increases, UC Davis Health experts encourage international travelers to seek personalized medical guidance, vaccinations and preventive care.

The UC Davis Clinical and Translational Science Center has bridged the gap between research and patient care for 20 years.

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UC Davis researchers partner with the Hmong community in Merced to study potential links between pesticide exposure, bladder health and cancer risk among Central Valley farmworkers.

A new UC Davis study, published in the journal Nature Medicine, shows a brain-computer interface system allows man living with ALS to ‘speak’ clearly, unassisted for a prolonged period.

A UC Davis pediatric urologist and bioengineer are developing grafts designed to grow their own blood supply.

The multi-year initiative is a collaboration between Associate Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Brittany Dugger and Child Family Professor in Engineering Chen-Nee Chuah.

A new study finds higher long-term exposure to fine air pollution (PM2.5) is linked to lower semantic memory — the type of memory used for facts, words and general knowledge.

Emergency physician Ellen Shank used a UC Davis Health policy fellowship to translate frontline experience into legislation that expands medication access and improves patient care.

A new study found naloxone use during out of hospital cardiac arrest was associated with higher survival, restored circulation and neurological outcomes.

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A UC Davis team has mapped the structure and mechanics of a critical cellular machine that malfunctions in children with rare, debilitating brain diseases.

Microplastics are everywhere — from the food we eat to the air we breathe. So how can you decrease exposure? An expert shares 10 easy ways to reduce plastic in your life.