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UConn Health Minute: Dry Eyes Due to Screen Overuse
Excessive gaming or digital screen use can cause dry eye syndrome, a condition that can lead to vision problems and difficulty performing every day tasks. As UConn Health’s Chief of the Division of Ophthalmology Dr. Edmund Farris explains, for serious cases, there are new treatments that can help provide relief.
Irradiator Removal Saves Millions of Dollars While Making Campuses Safer
Utilizing a federal Department of Energy program, UConn and UConn Health have removed and safely disposed of four cesium-sourced irradiators
Eagles Autism Foundation Awards Research Funding to UConn School of Medicine
Cutting-edge autism research of UConn Neuroscientist Dr. Eric Levine and his Lab wins $400,000 in research funds thanks to football fans donating to the annual Eagles Autism Challenge
Department of Defense Program Funds Study of Cranial Regeneration
Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs Grant for UConn Health researchers studying ultrasound-stimulated regrowth
UConn Health Patients and Cancer Center Honored at Play4Kay Game
Each year, UConn Women’s Basketball partners with UConn Health’s Cancer Center to create an unforgettable experience for patients battling cancer. At Sunday’s game, seven courageous individuals were given the opportunity to participate in a special pregame and halftime ceremony, celebrating their strength and resilience.
Legacy of MLK Jr. Carried On at UConn Health’s Inaugural Service and Advocacy Summit
“We have MLK Day, but we should be thinking about health disparities always, especially in the medical field.”
Calhoun Cardiology Center at UConn Health Celebrates 20 Years
February is American Heart Month. For Two Decades the Calhoun Cardiology Center has been Advancing Cardiovascular Care, Research, and Training the Next Generation of Heart Doctors
Teamwork is also Behind the Scenes at UConn Health
The Unsung Heroes of the Central Sterile Processing Department
UConn Cancer Center Provides Free Screenings at UConn Huskies Coaches vs. Cancer Game
As the official healthcare provider of UConn Athletics, UConn Health played a vital role in the UConn Huskies annual Coaches vs. Cancer game, offering fans free cancer screenings and essential health information. This initiative helped raise awareness, promote early detection, and connect the community with life-saving resources.
25+ Years of National Recognition for Diabetes Education
American Diabetes Association recertifies UConn Health’s Diabetes Self-Management Education Program