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July 2026
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July 27, 2026Cancer center receives nearly $80 million NCI grant to lead SWOG operations
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center has received the SWOG National Clinical Trials Network grant, which funds infrastructure to oversee large federally supported clinical trials.
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July 27, 2026Wagging tails, happy hearts: Puppy Playtime draws a crowd
Sometimes the best medicine comes with four legs, floppy ears and a wagging tail.
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July 27, 2026Gratitude to OR teams for extraordinary weekend of patient care
When patients needed urgent surgical care this past weekend, dozens of physicians, nurses, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists and operating room professionals at UC Davis Health answered the call.
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Neurological HealthJuly 24, 2026Can the ‘worried well’ detect cognitive decline before objective diagnostic tests?
Professor Sarah Tomaszewski Farias has been awarded a $3.3 million federal grant to study possible cultural differences in how people perceive cognitive change as they age.
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July 24, 2026Meet the UC Davis Health Canine Crew: Five facility dogs making a difference every day
A wagging tail, a gentle nudge and a comforting presence can make all the difference for a child facing a hospital stay.
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July 24, 2026Celebrating International Self-Care Day
Staff share simple, meaningful practices that help them recharge, find balance and care for their well-being.
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July 24, 2026Construction update: Normal traffic patterns restored to 45th, 48th, X and Y Streets on August 2
The temporary traffic control measures implemented to support the Central Utility Plant Annex (CUPx) underground utility work will be removed.
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Cancer CareJuly 23, 2026UC Davis Health launches effort to advance at-home cervical cancer screening
UC Davis Health and Teal Health have launched a pilot program to evaluate the benefits of at-home cervical cancer screening.
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July 23, 2026UC Davis Health again named among America’s Greatest Workplaces
For the fourth consecutive year, UC Davis and UC Davis Health have been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces. The university also earned recognition as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Mental Wellbeing for the second consecutive year.
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July 23, 2026What comes next following the 2025 Employee Experience Survey
Leadership has approved six organization-level recommendations based on 2025 Employee Experience Survey feedback. See the priorities guiding the work ahead.
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July 23, 2026Beware of UC retirement counseling scams
UC employees and retirees are reporting suspicious retirement counseling offers. Learn the warning signs and how to verify legitimate UC retirement resources.
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School of MedicineJuly 22, 2026
From dietitian to doctor: Starting medical school mid-career
Among the 139 students being inducted Saturday into the School of Medicine is a mother of three who spent 10 years as a dietitian
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July 22, 2026Moments That Matter: Shaping experiences through everyday connections
'Moments that Matter' is a year-long campaign focused on the communication, behaviors and connections that shape experiences across UC Davis Health.
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ResearchJuly 22, 2026Clinical trial produces excellent safety results for kidney disease patients with anemia
A clinical trial found that an oral medication, timed with dialysis visits, was as safe as standard anemia treatment and may improve outcomes.
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School of MedicineJuly 21, 2026Internal medicine resident honored for inclusion, equity and service
Nhu Y “Thi” Doan — who recently completed her internal medicine residency — has received the 2026 Dr. Ifeanyi Onyeji Resident/Fellow Inclusive Excellence and Equity Award.
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July 21, 2026Putting patients first: UC Davis Health concludes Medline fire response
UC Davis Health is demobilizing its Medline fire response after successfully maintaining uninterrupted patient care. See how teamwork across the organization turned a supply chain challenge into a model for success.
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July 20, 2026Scott MacDonald named Chief Health Information Officer
UC Davis Health has appointed Scott T. MacDonald, M.D., as Chief Health Information Officer, effective Aug. 1.
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July 20, 2026Epic desktop icon helps users save time, improve efficiency
Information Technology (IT) has made it faster and easier than ever for UC Davis Health staff to access Epic with the new Epic desktop icon.
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Emergency CareJuly 17, 2026Emergency medicine physician awarded prestigious Fulbright Scholarship
Emergency medicine physician Christine McBeth has received a Fulbright award to improve trauma care in The Gambia through training, research and emergency care system development.
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July 17, 2026Did You Know?
UC Davis Health is home to eight vibrant Employee Resource Groups, each dedicated to fostering inclusion, support, and community across our workforce. These ERGs offer safe spaces for dialogue, mentorship, and cultural celebration—helping employees feel seen, heard, and empowered.
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School of MedicineJuly 17, 2026
AvenueM: The path from community college to medical school
The UC Davis-led AvenueM pathway delivers hands-on training and mentorship to guide community college students toward medical school and service in underserved regions.
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July 17, 2026Freshen up your screen with two new virtual backgrounds
UC Davis Health employees now have two new options available in the Graphic Standards SharePoint site's virtual meeting backgrounds collection. The new additions give employees more ways to represent UC Davis Health during virtual meetings while showcasing elements that make our organization unique.
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July 17, 2026Marcia Faustin honored as a STEM innovator at 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Festival
Marcia Faustin was recently honored with a life-size 3D-printed statue on display at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Festival in Dallas. The exhibit celebrates 26 STEM innovators who are transforming the world of sports.
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July 16, 2026Honor, remember and serve on Sept. 12
Join the Veterans Employee Association on Sept. 12 for a day of service, remembrance and community engagement honoring those who served our nation.
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July 16, 2026Applications sought for Children's Miracle Network grants
Applications are being accepted for Children’s Miracle Network fall grants. CMN is the fundraising arm of UC Davis Children’s Hospital.
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July 16, 2026Leadership message: Always believing in our community, our people
Hendry Ton shares a leadership message about his decision to retire Oct. 1. He notes it was not an easy decision because this community means a great deal to him and the work has been, and remains, deeply important.
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July 15, 2026Submit a proposal to present at Career Development Week 2026
Career Development Week returns November 16–20! Submit your presentation proposal by July 20 and explore archived recordings and session materials from previous years.
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OtolaryngologyJuly 15, 2026UC Davis Health performs first cochlear implant procedure while patient is awake
UC Davis Health performed its first cochlear implant surgery while the patient was awake, expanding options for patients who face risks from general anesthesia.
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Infectious DiseasesJuly 14, 2026
Cyclospora: The tiny parasite behind 'explosive diarrhea' cases
Linked to contaminated fresh produce, Cyclospora is a foodborne parasite that causes gastrointestinal illness, often marked by watery, explosive diarrhea.
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July 14, 2026The privilege of serving: Hendry Ton announces retirement
After more than 24 years of advancing health equity and belonging, Dr. Hendry Ton, associate vice chancellor for Health Equity by Design for Inclusive Excellence (HEDI) will retire on Oct. 1.
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