Health & Well-Being
Gut Response: Reducing the Stress on Preemies
UConn researchers are searching for clues about the stress levels of premature babies by examining their gut microbiome.
Dr. Cato T. Laurencin Receives Society for Biomaterials’ Highest Honor
Laurencin is one of the original investigators for the incorporation of nanotechnology into the biomaterials field.
Study Shows Public Support for Laws Against Weight Discrimination
The findings have practical implications for policy makers in the U.S.
Agwunobi Named Executive Vice President for Health Affairs
Andrew Agwunobi, who has served on an interim basis for the past year, will be permanently appointed to the role effective Dec. 31.
When Memory Loss Should Concern You
UConn Health's Dr. Patrick Coll recommends early screening for those with memory loss, to try to slow dementia's progression.
UConn Health/JAX Scientist Named AAAS Fellow
Reinhard Laubenbacher, a joint appointment between JAX and UConn Health, has been named a 2015 AAAS Fellow
Unable to Savor Your Holiday Meal?
The Taste and Smell Clinic at UConn Health treats patients with taste and smell problems.
Cardiology Physician-Scientist Joins JAX Genomic Medicine, UConn Health
Dr. Travis Hinson, a cardiologist whose research focuses on heart muscle diseases, will take up a joint appointment in January.
Life, Trauma, Death: A Resident Physician’s Perspective
Veronica Tucker writes about an experience she had as a resident physician in the emergency room at UConn Health.
Patient Perspective: Lloyd Darley on the Road to Recovery
“Dr. Azrin was there and told us his team was all set to treat Lloyd,” says Debbie Darley. “Everything just rolled so smoothly.”