Health & Well-Being
Survey Asked Parents Whether They Consult with Doctor or Social Media Before Visiting ER
'The hypothesis of the study was that younger parents would be more likely to use online health information and certain types of online health information as well'
Why Kimchi Could Be Your Next Superfood
Studies highlight that fermented kimchi consumption provides benefits for fasting glucose levels, triglycerides, and hypertension
UConn Health Emergency Physicians Bring Expertise to NASCAR Event at Lime Rock Park
From heat illness to high-speed crashes, UConn Health’s doctors were ready for anything at NASCAR’s Connecticut debut.
Targeting a Silent Killer: UConn Researcher Patents Leptospirosis Vaccine
This patent moves researchers one step closer to developing a universal vaccine for leptospirosis, a widely neglected disease
Correcting a Deadly Error
NIH accelerating UConn Health cardiologist Dr. Travis Hinson’s treatment for heart failure genetic mutation from lab toward in-human trials
UConn Health Recognized Nationally for Huntington’s Disease Care in Connecticut
Connecticut’s only Huntington’s Disease Society of America Center of Excellence is at UConn Health. The program provides multidisciplinary care, education, and research for individuals and families affected by Huntington's disease.
How Will Cuts to SNAP Funding Impact Connecticut?
Three UConn experts who have worked for decades to provide nutrition education through SNAP share insights on what cuts could mean for residents of our state
Early Adopters Embracing AI Transcription Tool
UConn Health providers say DAX Ambient Listening improves patient encounters and documentation
Ripple Effect: The Collective Power of UConn Extension’s Water Programs
From low-cost well water testing to reducing environmental threats to water safety through informed land use, UConn Extension programs seek to keep Connecticut's water clean and healthy
Taking Action to Address Health Care Disparities
Working group addresses a health care disparity among Latine OB patients