School of Medicine
Not Too Late to Get a Flu Shot
Flu hospitalization rates across the country are the highest ever seen at this point in the season since tracking began in 2005, according to the CDC. Laura Haynes, professor of immunology in the UConn Center on Aging, offers some insights into this year's flu season.
Hundreds Receive Free Heart Health Screenings at UConn Health
In honor of American Heart Month, UConn Health's Heart Health Fair screened more than 160 members of the community on Feb. 2, National Wear Red Day, to raise awareness of heart disease, the number one killer of Americans.
UConn Health Physicians Named Best Doctors by Hartford Magazine
Hartford Magazine's "annual Best Doctors" listing is out and 46 UConn Health physicians made the list.
America: Stop Ignoring Men’s Mental Health
Before her upcoming Jan. 30 testimony at the Congressional Briefing on Men's Mental Health, prominent psychological scientist Dr. Wizdom Powell of UConn Health shares the latest information on the state of men's mental health in the U.S. and her solutions to help close the huge gap in men and boys mental health awareness, resources, and services.
Med Students Participate in Healthcare Hackathon
Three UConn medical students competed in the 2018 Yale Healthcare Hackathon this weekend. This year’s theme was “artificial intelligence enabling medicine."
Lawmakers Get Hands-On Experience at UConn’s Medical and Dental Schools
A legislative tour on Jan. 19 gave state lawmakers new knowledge about the latest happenings at UConn Health and a hands-on experience using the latest innovative tools helping train medical and dental students to be the next generation of healthcare providers in Connecticut.
Training the Doctors of Tomorrow
From UConn Health Journal: The dean of the School of Medicine discusses the school's new curriculum, a year after it was introduced in fall 2016.
MIRA Awards Reflect Innovation of UConn Scientists
Five UConn Health researchers have won a new type of NIH grant designed to foster innovation and risk-taking in basic medical research.
UConn Medical Students Take National Stage
UConn School of Medicine students Devin Bageac and Kathryn Topalis have been elected to the American Medical Association's House of Delegates.
Patient’s Wishes Come True Thanks to Cancer Center Generosity
The Neag Cancer Center staff at UConn Health joined forces and collected items for a patient in need. They recently surprised the family with their gifts and even Santa showed up for the festivities.