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New Course to Address Weight Bias in Clinical Settings
With two-thirds of Americans overweight or obese, weight bias is an important clinical concern.
Raising Breast Cancer Awareness in the Community
UConn Health's Rashea Banks provides one-on-one counseling about breast cancer early detection with women visiting Community Health Services.
UConn Health Earns ‘A’ in Patient Safety
The rating “matches the great patient experience our doctors, nurses, and staff have been providing each and every day for a long time,” says Anne Diamond, CEO.
Dr. Laurencin Elected to India National Academy of Sciences
Cato Laurencin was honored “for his pioneering work in the field of material sciences.”
10 Steps to a Better Night’s Sleep
More than one-third of Americans are getting less than the recommended hours of sleep each night.
An Easy Test for Sickle Cell Disease
A new device that can be attached to a smartphone uses magnetism to detect sickle cell disease – a critical need in regions of the world where advanced technology and training are scarce.
Assessing Traumatic Brain Injuries
UConn researchers are testing a new device that can quickly assess concussions and other traumatic brain injuries.
Back in the Game: Recognizing, Recovering from Concussion
UConn's NeuroSport program is teaching athletes, coaches, and parents how to spot a concussion.
A Better Way to Read the Genome
UConn researchers have sequenced the RNA of the most complicated known gene, using a hand-held sequencer no bigger than a cell phone.
Dying with Dignity: The Legal Landscape
As California legalizes assisted suicide for terminally ill patients, a UConn Law professor explains the legal issues involved.