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Popular Cosmetic Fix May Threaten Bone Density

A UConn oral radiologist says the off-label use of Botox to treat jaw pain appears to have a dangerous side effect.

Tipping the Scales on Obesity

UConn and Rudd Center researchers are conducting a variety of cutting-edge studies that address the nationwide problem of obesity.

A nurse checks a prisoner's blood pressure. (Shutterstock Photo)

Breaking Down Barriers to Healthcare for the Incarcerated

UConn is taking the lead in treatment of incarcerated patients with its Center for Correctional Health Networks.

A screen shot from a video game developed by John Christensen, assistant professor of communication, to reduce HIV risk behavior.A screen shot from a video game developed by John Christensen, assistant professor of communication, to reduce HIV risk behavior.

Gaming Safer Sex

While the players of many video games win by surviving a set of challenges, the success of one new video game is behavior change off screen.

Decking the Halls

Celebrate the year's successes as part of the UConn family this Husky holiday season.

Stuck in Survival Mode: Insights into Turning Down Your Stress Level

UConn Health psychiatry professor Julian Ford shares one simple strategy that you can use right now to regain control of your emotions.

Sandy Hook ribbon.

Child Advocate Report on Sandy Hook Shooting Finds Missed Opportunities

UConn Health psychologist Julian Ford was one of six primary authors of the report.

Construction on the Outpatient Pavilion nears completion in preparation for its early 2015 opening. (Janine Gelineau/UConn Health Photo)

Countdown Begins to Opening of Outpatient Pavilion

The first clinical project of Bioscience Connecticut is scheduled to open in less than two months.

Pioneering Paths to Healing

The innovative careers and research pursuits of faculty and alumni demonstrate how the University community is pushing the boundaries of the future of medicine.

Alzheimer's caregiver with elderly father. (iStock/UConn Photo)

Alzheimer’s Disease – Setting the Record Straight

UConn Health geriatric psychiatrist Kristina Zdanys clears up some misconceptions about the most common form of dementia.