Health & Well-Being
UConn Husky Nutrition & Sport Receives $4.9M in Federal Funding
The renewal of USDA funding will support the initiative for the next three years
November 4, 2024 | Mikala Kane
Is Sleep Cool Now?
UConn Health’s Dr. Jennifer Kanaan weighs in on trending topics in sleep health
November 1, 2024 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
Don’t Be Haunted by Halloween Candy Decisions
UConn pediatric dental experts give tips on how to lessen the impact of a very sugary holiday
October 30, 2024 | Courtney Chandler
Does Daylight Saving Time Actually Save? Research Shows Costs Outweigh Benefits
As we all prepare to "fall back," a UConn health and environment economist uses evidence-based research to inform policy
October 30, 2024 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Husky Back on Football Field Thanks to UConn Health Sports Medicine
The team physicians from UConn Health help maximize performance, prevent injuries, and get UConn athletes back on the field or court after illness or injury
October 29, 2024 | Jennifer Walker
From Policy to Action: Anna-Michelle McSorley Focuses on Health Equity for Latinos
McSorley's work goes beyond health policy to study political processes, potential political biases, and power dynamics
October 29, 2024 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
UConn Researchers Working to Extinguish ‘Inflammatory Fire’ Stroke Causes in the Brain
World Stroke Day is on October 29 but all-year-round UConn is on a steadfast mission to find a new, future stroke treatment
October 28, 2024 | Lauren Woods
Study Investigates Communication, Intimacy Among Couples Facing Metastatic Breast Cancer
After diagnosis and treatment, sex is the most frequently discussed topic among couples facing cancer. While there is work about improving sexual communication, the experiences of people with advanced cancers have been overlooked
October 28, 2024 | Danielle Faipler
Buyer Beware: Off-brand Ozempic, Zepbound and Other Weight Loss Products Carry Undisclosed Risks
As the demand for weight loss injectables soars, so too does the market for off-brand alternatives, some of which may not be safe or effective
October 25, 2024 | C. Michael White, Distinguished Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Art Committee, Assemble!
UConn Health’s art curator enlists volunteers to help raise awareness of collection and restart employee art shows
October 24, 2024 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)