Health & Well-Being

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Researchers Aim to Regenerate Human Limbs by 2030

UConn launches a major international research initiative in knee and limb engineering.

UConn Health's Outpatient Pavilion, which opened in 2015. (Tina Encarnacion/UConn Health Photo)

UConn Reshaping the Future of Medical Education

UConn will pursue a new project to enhance medical education through the teaching of electronic medical records.

A new online course will help improve quality of care for overweight and obese patients. (Shutterstock Photo)

New Course to Address Weight Bias in Clinical Settings

With two-thirds of Americans overweight or obese, weight bias is an important clinical concern.

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Raising Breast Cancer Awareness in the Community

UConn Health's Rashea Banks provides one-on-one counseling about breast cancer early detection with women visiting Community Health Services.

10 Steps to a Better Night’s Sleep

More than one-third of Americans are getting less than the recommended hours of sleep each night.

A device to analyze blood for sickle cell disease on Oct. 13, 2015. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

An Easy Test for Sickle Cell Disease

A new device that can be attached to a smartphone uses magnetism to detect sickle cell disease – a critical need in regions of the world where advanced technology and training are scarce.

A device to evaluate concussions is demonstrated by Rohin Thomas '17 (CAHNR), left, and Sarah Attanasio '16 (CAHNR). (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Assessing Traumatic Brain Injuries

UConn researchers are testing a new device that can quickly assess concussions and other traumatic brain injuries.

A football player falls during a game. (iStock Photo)

Back in the Game: Recognizing, Recovering from Concussion

UConn's NeuroSport program is teaching athletes, coaches, and parents how to spot a concussion.

Young children eating healthy snacks in a day care setting. (iStock Photo)

Child Care’s Role in Fight Against Obesity

New UConn research highlights how child care providers can help reinforce healthy eating and physical activity.

An elderly man at home with his dog. (iStockPhoto)

Coming Home: State’s Elderly Transitioning to Community

UConn’s Center on Aging found that a state program to move institutionalized individuals home improved their quality of life and saved money,