Lauren Woods
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Trailblazer and Changemaker of Young Peoples’ Lives: Dr. Marja Hurley
In celebration of Black History Month we honor trailblazer and inspiring physician-scientist Dr. Marja M. Hurley, the first woman of color to graduate from the School of Medicine in 1976. Learn how for decades she's been inspiring the next generation of doctors and scientists.
February 16, 2022 | Lauren Woods
Diversifying Medicine
UConn School of Medicine’s class size has grown in recent years by 30 percent, and so has its diversity. As we celebrate this February Black History Month, learn more about how UConn has been a national leader in increasing underrepresented groups in medicine, especially Black Americans.
February 16, 2022 | Lauren Woods
40-Year-Old Father’s Life and Livelihood Saved by UConn Health Cath Lab
Fred Veilleux, 40, of East Hartford is a father of three children and the picture of strength. Learn how UConn Health's Calhoun Cardiology Center got him quickly back to his family and also back to work lifting 3,000 lbs. a day.
February 10, 2022 | Lauren Woods
Seven Soon-to-Be Doctors Get an Early Residency Match
UConn School of Medicine's largest class of students participating in the early match process learned where they are set to spend the next several years for advanced residency training in urology, ophthalmology and the military.
February 8, 2022 | Lauren Woods
Heart Health Remains Paramount Concern for Women, Even During Pandemic
Delaying health care over fears of the COVID-19 virus can have potentially deadly consequences
February 1, 2022 | Lauren Woods
UConn Celebrates Dr. Cato T. Laurencin for Historic NAACP Top Honor
Previous Spingarn Medal recipients have included Martin Luther King, Maya Angelou, Jackie Robinson, and others
January 31, 2022 | Lauren Woods
Put a Freeze on Winter Storm Injuries: Expert Advice from UConn Health
Experts from UConn Health and the UConn Fire Department share these top safety tips to make sure everyone is prepared and stays safe during this weekend's major snowstorm.
January 27, 2022 | Lauren Woods
Dr. Bruce T. Liang Named Interim CEO of UConn Health
'I hope to fulfill the great potential and promise of UConn Health,' says Liang, who begins his role Feb. 1
January 27, 2022 | Lauren Woods
COVID-19: UConn’s Chief of Infectious Diseases Explains What You Need to Know Right Now
Omicron, masks, quarantine periods, and more
January 7, 2022 | Lauren Woods
UConn Health Heads into Hartford Public Schools with Vaccines
This holiday season the COVID-19 Vaccine Program of UConn Health headed into the Hartford Public Schools to help the community continue to fight the virus with vaccine offerings for eligible school-aged children ages 5 and above.
December 21, 2021 | Lauren Woods