Health & Well-Being
UConn Health Melanoma Patients Benefit from New Immunotherapy Drug
Patients young and old share their stories of successful treatment with a new drug that boosts their own immune system.
Dr. Laurencin Receives National Medal of Technology & Innovation
The White House honored Dr. Cato Laurencin of UConn and UConn Health on May 19, as a recipient of the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, the nation's highest honor for technological achievement.
UConn in Uganda
UConn Health medical student Ryan Duggan was part of a team that traveled to Uganda to help provide medical care and learn about tropical diseases.
From Tool Kits to Surgical Tools: Dr. Tessa Balach
Starting as a child helping her dad fix things, UConn Health’s Tessa Balach found her niche as an orthopedic oncologist.
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