School of Medicine
UConn Health Colorectal Cancer Researchers Redefining ‘Early Detection’
Thanks to volumes of epidemiological data they've amassed, UConn Health researchers are closing in on ways to identify who’s most at risk for colorectal cancer.
UConn Health July 2016 Programs, Events
This July UConn Health will be hosting a series of programs and events. Check the online schedule to join us soon.
MRI Replacing Biopsy to Detect Liver Disease
The recently installed magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine at UConn Health has a capability known as elastography, which measures the stiffness of the liver using mechanical waves.
UConn Health Graduate Students Recognized for Their Research
The 33rd Annual Graduate Student Research Day held June 9 celebrated the excellent research being conducted by UConn Health students.
Town of Canton’s First Physician Honored by UConn Health
The legacy of Dr. Solomon Everest (1760-1822), the Town of Canton’s first physician, was honored on the grounds of UConn Health Canton on June 16.
New Atlas Shows Extent of Light Pollution – What Does it Mean for our Health?
After a new study shows 83% of the world lives under a haze of artificial light, a UConn Health epidemiologist says the health consequences of this are only beginning to be understood.
UConn Health MD/PhD Student Recognized at National Scientific Meeting
UConn Health MD/PhD students attend prestigious national meeting to celebrate advances in medicine and science.
Diabetes and Heart Disease Can Be Deadly Combination
Research led by a UConn Health physician found that patients with Type 2 diabetes hospitalized for heart failure face 1 in 4 chance of dying over the next 18 months.
Outpatient Pavilion at UConn Health Named Best New Construction
UConn Health's Outpatient Pavilion is being honored as the best in ‘New Construction’ by The Connecticut Building Congress (CBC) for an outstanding building project exemplifying construction excellence and best practices in teamwork.
New Twist to UConn Med School’s Cross-country Cycling Tradition
Four UConn medical students are gearing up to spend their last free summer bicycling cross-country to raise money for The Hole In The Wall Gang Camp.