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12/23/2025

An inside look (and listen) at the sights and sounds of the Clinical Laboratory 🔬

The Clinical Laboratory at UConn John Dempsey Hospital offers a full range of services, including a number of specialty services. It serves inpatients, outpatients, and patients from outside physician offices by efficiently analyzing hundreds of specimens a day so doctors and patients get their lab results quickly and treatment can start sooner.

12/23/2025

UConn Health’s Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center has been named a partner with the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) in the state’s statewide cancer coalition the Connecticut Cancer Partnership (CCP), recognizing UConn Health’s leadership in cancer prevention, treatment, and survivorship.

UConn Health’s Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center partnering with Connecticut Department of Public Health in the Connecticut Cancer Partnership.

12/22/2025

Dr. Alessi is bringing his popular radio show to UConn Health. The conversation continues with Healthy Rounds at UConn Health, a podcast debuting in January 2026, with first guest UConn Health CEO Dr. Andy Agwunobi.
🎙️ https://www.uconnhealth.org/healthyrounds

12/21/2025

It's the first day of winter ☃️
Good news: The days will start getting longer.
Bad news: Wintertime brings health and safety risks.
More good news: You can be prepared for whatever comes your way.

❄️ Wear several layers of loose, warm clothing. Outer-layers should be water-repellant.
❄️ Do not shovel snow if you have a history of heart issues.
❄️ Maintain healthy habits— get a flu shot, eat well, wash your hands, stay active.
❄️ Make an emergency kit for your car, including water, snacks, blankets, and a portable cell phone charger.
❄️ Ensure your holiday decorations are not creating fire hazards.
❄️ Take precautions and wear the proper gear when enjoying outdoor winter sports.
❄️ Practice safe walking (walk like a penguin!) when ice is in the forecast— and clear your own walkways to help others.

12/20/2025

A somewhat uncommon procedure is proving to be an effective solution for those suffering from ankle arthritis. Joe Marinello is a recent patient who underwent a total ankle replacement, finally finding relief for an injury that spanned decades.

Patient pain-free and mobile again after total ankle replacement by UConn Health’s Dr. Lauren Geaney

12/19/2025

What a year it's been! Happy Holidays from Dr. Andy Agwunobi and everyone at UConn Health.

12/18/2025

From basic science to clinical care to global health to AI solutions, the Summer Research Program at the UConn School of Medicine is fueling the advancement of science across the health spectrum, along with the education of the next generation of physician-scientists. All at UConn.

The highly successful Summer Research Program is powered by generous donations to the Dean’s Discovery Fellowship Fund

12/17/2025

Learn more about Healthy Rounds, starting January 13 with very special first guest Dr. Andy Agwunobi, CEO of UConn Health.

https://www.uconnhealth.org/healthyrounds

Our guest on the final UConn 360 podcast of the year is a familiar one to listeners of the Healthy Rounds radio show. Dr. Anthony Alessi of UConn Health is a neurologist specializing in general neurology, neuromuscular diseases, EMG and sports neurology and the long-time host of the show. It is movi...

12/17/2025

For Dariel Kovetski, it’s only natural that he sees the artistry in prosthodontics, as he was exposed to both music and dentistry from a young age. The classically trained musician, whose cello skills even earned him a spot on American's Got Talent, says his first months in residency at UConn Health have already exceeded his expectations, and that he sees parallels from his musical education.

First-year prosthodontics resident blends music and dentistry

12/15/2025

In 2019, Zambia had only seven radiologists—and no training program—for a population of 19 million.

UConn School of Medicine radiologist Dr. Jill Wruble shares the story of an international collaboration and her work in developing a didactic curriculum for the country's first radiology residency in 2021.

UConn Radiologist Dr. Jill Wruble on how volunteerism ignited the Global Village of ‘GlobalRadZambia’

12/15/2025

Endometriosis is a debilitating disease affecting an estimated 200 million female-born individuals worldwide—yet its causes and biology are still not well understood.

During the 2025 EndoRISE Fall Forum, the focus was on awareness, advocacy and innovation in research and care. EndoRISE is a state-supported initiative organized by leaders from The Jackson Laboratory and the University of Connecticut School of Medicine – a first-of-its-kind program to address endometriosis from many angles.

Researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and patient advocates convene at JAX to confront diagnostic challenges, elevate women’s health, and chart new paths f ...

12/14/2025

Every minute counts when you suffer a stroke. At UConn Health, our team is trained in the latest procedures and technology, ensuring you receive a rapid response and coordinated care for your stroke recovery.
Learn more: https://health.uconn.edu/stroke-center/