Author Archive
Visual Arts Inspiring Health Equity for CT Boys and Men of Color
On June 11 in honor of National Men’s Health Month and Father’s Day, the UConn Health Disparities Institute (HDI) will be using the visual arts to help inspire greater health equity among Connecticut’s boys and men of color. HDI will be hosting several free art-based events in Hartford.
UConn Health Deans Honored
This May UConn Health’s deans for UConn School of Medicine and UConn School of Dental Medicine were both honored for their significant contributions to the State of Connecticut.
From Hospice to Carving Out a Future After Advanced Lung Cancer
Learn how Louine King, 88, of Farmington said goodbye to hospice and beat advanced lung cancer with the help of UConn Health's Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center.
On the Road: Commencement Honors for Orthopedic Surgeons
UConn Health orthopedic surgeons Dr. Cato T. Laurencin and Dr. Katherine Coyner are being honored May 11 at the commencement ceremonies of prestigious institutions of higher education.
Taking Health Beyond the Doctor’s Office
Much of what influences our health occurs outside the doctor’s office. That's why the Health Disparities Institute at UConn Health and the Connecticut Health Foundation have published two policy briefs on best practices in connecting clinical care with community organizations.
Walk to Find a Cure for Angelman Syndrome
Walk with UConn Health at Connecticut's 20th annual Angelman Syndrome Foundation Walk taking place on Saturday, May 19 at 10:00 a.m. in Cheshire.
National Honors for UConn Health
Read about the latest national awards and honors received by UConn Health's faculty and students.
The Power of Light Limits Skin Cancer Biopsies
Up to 60 percent of UConn Health dermatology patients with a suspicious skin lesion or mole are being spared a biopsy thanks to a technological advancement called confocal. This is a big clinical breakthrough in dermatology according to Dr. Jane Grant-Kels that more dermatologists should become trained to use.
UConn Health, Connecticut Children’s, to Host First Gene Therapy Trial for GSD
The trial will test a gene therapy developed by Dr. David Weinstein that is designed to improve glucose control by replacing the deficient enzyme in a patient’s liver.
Achieving a Healthier You After Breast Cancer
To prevent cancer, 'We must return to basics and follow a daily prescription of a healthy diet and exercise,' says UConn Health's Dr. Susan Tannenbaum.