Jennifer Walker


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UConn’s Play4Kay Partnership with the Kay Yow Cancer Fund Grows from Game Day to Lasting Impact

Nearly two decades after first coming together on the court, UConn and the Kay Yow Cancer Fund are translating advocacy into lasting impact for women facing cancer

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Stopping Heart Disease Before It Starts

February is American Heart Month and the Preventive Cardiology services at UConn Health is providing ways for patients to focus on identifying cardiovascular risk early, often years or even decades before symptoms appear.

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Cancer Awareness Takes the Court at Coaches vs. Cancer Game

UConn's Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center partnered with UConn Athletics during the Coaches vs. Cancer game to bring cancer education and screening resources directly to fans.

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UConn John Dempsey Hospital 2025 Annual Awards of Excellence

The 2025 recipients of the UConn John Dempsey Hospital Annual Awards of Excellence are honored for their exceptional dedication to patients, excellence in their roles, and commitment to collaboration across the hospital.

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Beyond Hot Flashes: Rethinking Menopause and Midlife Health

How Dr. Mahima Gulati uses Lifestyle Medicine to help women thrive through midlife and beyond.

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UConn John Dempsey Hospital Implements Postpartum Bracelet Initiative

Postpartum patients will receive orange bracelets to be worn as a reminder to watch for pregnancy-related health problems.

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UConn Health Cancer Center Named State Partner in Comprehensive Cancer Control Program 

UConn Health’s Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center partnering with Connecticut Department of Public Health in the Connecticut Cancer Partnership.

EndoRISE Fall Forum unites leaders to advance innovation in endometriosis research and care

Researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and patient advocates convene at JAX to confront diagnostic challenges, elevate women’s health, and chart new paths for discovery

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UConn Health’s Comprehensive Spine Center Achieves Prestigious Blue Distinction® Center+ Status

Recognizing the superior outcomes and collaborative care delivered by its Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Spine teams.

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Precision Technology and Multidisciplinary Lung Cancer Care at UConn Health

Using advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques, UConn Health’s lung cancer specialists guide patients through every step of their lung cancer journey.