Jennifer Walker


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Connecticut Launches New Era for Community Hospital Care

State and UConn leaders celebrate the historical moment cutting the ribbon for UConn Health Waterbury Hospital as part the UConn Health Community Network.

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UConn Health’s Rapid, Coordinated Care Saves Woman with Ultra-Rare Blood Cancer

Rich Callasky strongly believes his wife is still here today because of the decision to come to UConn John Dempsey Hospital.

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Waterbury Hospital Joins UConn Health Community Network,  Strengthening Care for the Community  

Transition creates a new system of care for the Waterbury community and beyond  

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UConn Health and Aetna Reach New Multi-Year Agreement

In-Network Access for Patients Restored as of March 1, 2026

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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.