School of Medicine
Smoking Out the Facts About E-cigarettes
As the FDA announces new regulations on e-cigarettes, a UConn Health psychologist discusses the ssues in the debate about these devices.
UConn Health Recognized for Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology
UConn Health is now designated as a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology. This designation is reserved for health care facilities and surgeons who have demonstrated excellence in advanced minimally invasive gynecologic procedures.
Heart Doctor Stops His Car to Save Life of Construction Worker
Richard Couture, 56, of Bristol was working his construction job when his heart suddenly stopped. Cardiologist Dr. Manny Katsetos of UConn Health and Lexington Cardiology Associates happened to be driving by.
Mastering Health Care Management
Graduate student Daniel Ray will be one of the student speakers during the 2016 UConn Health Commencement Ceremony.
Sepsis: Sneak Attack or False Alarm?
UConn Health researchers find that sepsis – a deadly immune response – may stem from miscommunication among cells.
Dr. Hennessey’s Opus
Alex Hennessey is medical school student speaker for UConn Health's 2016 Commencement ceremony on Monday, May 9.
Tackling Depression, Delirium, and Dementia at Home
UConn Health has received a $6 million federal grant to study the effectiveness of teams offering care for older adults at home.
Lalande Honored with Board of Director’s Faculty Award
Marc Lalande, Ph.D., founding chair of the Department of Genetics and Genome Sciences, is this year’s recipient of the Board of Directors Faculty Recognition Award, honoring outstanding contributions to research, teaching, and mentoring.
Medical School Spring Awards Ceremony
The UConn School of Medicine held its annual Spring Awards Night ceremony last Friday. The awards recognize faculty, staff and students in the first through third years of medical school.
That Tan Is Not Healthy, and Other Tips for Melanoma Monday
May is National Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month. The American Academy of Dermatology designates the first Monday in May as Melanoma Monday. Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer.