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Monitoring Work-related Illnesses in Connecticut

A recent UConn Health study shows the number of work-related illnesses in the state has declined but remains above the national average.

Dr. Bruce Gould, foreground, makes holes in the soil to plant seedlings, while UConn Master Gardener Sheila Dworkin plants lettuce in the community garden in the grounds of the Burgdorf Clinic. (Chris DeFrancesco/UConn Health Photo)

Hartford’s Burgdorf Clinic is Rooted in the Community

An urban garden outside a North End clinic for the underserved provides fresh produce and education on nutrition and health.

Future Physicians and Dentists Arrive at UConn Health

Incoming UConn Health students – 144-strong – began the year with the presentation of the iconic white coats.

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UConn Biologist on West Africa’s Ebola Outbreak

Professor Kenneth Noll discusses the largest outbreak on record and why it is unlikely to spread to the U.S.

From left: Philip Montgomery, Julian Rose and Kitsha Alvarado, and Jeremy Figueroa-Ortiz (right) are among more than 200 graduates of Aetna Health Professions Partnership programs at UConn Health. Gov. Dannel P. Malloy was the keynote speaker at their closing ceremony Friday. Dr. Marja Hurley (right) is director of the Health Career Opportunity Programs at UConn Health. Photo by Janine Gelineau

UConn Program Interests Youth in Health Careers

The Aetna Health Professions Partnership Initiative prepares students from populations underrepresented in health care fields for academic success.

The sight of a familiar yellow school bus is a sure sign that the school year has started. (istock photo)

Coping with Back-to-School Anxiety

Child psychologist Golda Ginsburg offers tips on how to help your child make a smooth transition back to the classroom.

Properly caring for food when dining outside will make the occasion memorable for all the right reasons.

Uninviting Microbes to Your Summer Outings

The science of microbiology has practical applications that extend beyond the laboratory and into the home.

Amy Anderson, left, professor of pharmaceutical science and Dennis Wright, professor of pharmaceutical science on Jan. 8, 2014. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Possible Breakthrough in Battle Against Drug-Resistant Diseases

Two UConn researchers have developed new compounds that appear to be effective against E. coli, MRSA, and other antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

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The Pros and Cons of Going Gluten-Free

UConn Health gastroenterologist Dr. Haleh Vaziri discusses the benefits and potential downsides of a gluten-free diet.

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UConn Health Accolades – July ’14

A roundup of the latest awards and accomplishments for UConn Health employees.