Health & Well-Being
Fixing a Stroke Causing Heart Hole
Twenty-five percent of us have a small opening in our heart between the left and right atrium called a PFO. While most of us will never know we have a PFO, some find out after a stroke. See how doctors at UConn Health are helping a young stroke survivor born with a PFO prevent a future stroke.
UConn Health Stroke Center Earns Gold Distinction as an Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center
The UConn Health Stroke Center has attained advanced certification by The Joint Commission as an Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center. This means that the UConn Health Stroke Center provides the next generation of stroke care and has met The Joint Commission’s high standards in providing stroke care.
Behind the Degree: Working on the Front Lines Inspires Nursing Student to Pursue Her DNP
Jennifer Lynch worked as a nurse practitioner in a neonatal intensive care unit in New York City during the spring of 2020
Simply the Best Feeling: UConn Health Enables Dad to Dance at Daughter’s Wedding
'It makes you feel good that you're really able to help'
Complacency, ‘COVID Fatigue’ Expose Disparities
'As a leading medical school and hospital, we need to remain engaged with our communities, especially the poor and disenfranchised, to provide education about risk-mitigation strategies'
UConn Health Cardiologist: ‘Everyone’ Needs to Know Their Cholesterol
Lipid panels, calcium scores, and more tools to stay on top of your health
Nurse Researcher Receives Health Equity Research Award
Eileen Condon is one of five recipients of Yale School of Medicine’s inaugural Office of Health Equity Research (OHER) Awards for Yale Research Excellence
The Stigma Buster
How one student's experience with mental illness shaped her determination to help others through public policy
Podcast: Best Ways to Treat the Feet
Dr. Lauren Geaney, UConn Health foot and ankle surgeon, explains some of the newest, minimally invasive ways to treat common and complex foot problems.
Heart Health Remains Paramount Concern for Women, Even During Pandemic
Delaying health care over fears of the COVID-19 virus can have potentially deadly consequences