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12/23/2025

Elfie and Jingles are having a magical time on Unit 10-5 again this year. They had a little competition over the weekend and want to know which scene is your favorite!

Like a photo to cast your vote:

12/19/2025

Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa and Mrs. Claus stopped by our NICU at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital to deliver cheer this afternoon. Made possible by the March of Dimes, the Clauses greeted babies, parents and staff and handed out gifts, including picture books provided by the Delta Sigma Theta Ocala chapter.

12/18/2025

When Hermes, a 4-year-old Quarter Horse, developed sudden, severe colic, he was rushed to the University of Florida’s Large Animal Hospital due to the quick thinking of his owner and veterinarian. Hermes showed incredible resilience as he faced complications resulting in two surgeries. Thanks to the care of the UF Health Veterinary Medicine team, he is home today and on the road to recovery! 

Read the full story at the link in our bio!

12/18/2025

When Hermes, a 4-year-old Quarter Horse, developed sudden, severe colic, he was rushed to the University of Florida’s Large Animal Hospital due to the quick thinking of his owner and veterinarian. Hermes showed incredible resilience as he faced complications resulting in two surgeries. Thanks to the care of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, he is home today and on the road to recovery!

https://largeanimal.vethospitals.ufl.edu/2025/12/04/hermes-success-story/

12/18/2025

UF Health Jacksonville and the Jacksonville Jaguars are huddling up!

Dr. Kevin M. Kaplan, the head team physician for the Jaguars since 2013, has joined the UF College of Medicine’s department of orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine. As a member of the UF Health team, Kaplan will continue to collaborate with the Jaguars, providing the team with comprehensive sports medicine services.

Full story: tinyurl.com/43e8yp2k

12/17/2025

Santa and University of Florida Public Safety were back at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital to deliver toys and smiles!

Santa traded his sleigh for wagons full of toys this year, delivering to girls and boys across our pediatric units. For more than a decade, UFPD has helped make the holidays brighter at UF Health by organizing a toy drive and generously donating gifts.

Thank you to UFPD for continuing to bring comfort, laughter, and unforgettable moments to the children and families we serve.

12/17/2025

UF Health performed the surgeries. The donors made everything else possible.

Through a rare three-way paired kidney exchange, three living donors stepped forward when direct matches were not possible. By swapping donors across families, each patient received a compatible kidney and a new beginning.

One selfless decision became three lifesaving transplants. During this season of giving, their generosity reminds us what is possible when science and compassion come together.

Read about their story:
https://ufhealth.org/news/2025/giving-the-gift-of-life-times-three

12/16/2025

UF researchers have made a preclinical discovery that paves the way to test immune-modulating medicines as a potential tool to break the cycle of m**hamphetamine addiction.

“Unlike alcohol or opioids, there currently is no medicinal therapeutic approach for m**hamphetamine addiction,” said Dr. Habibeh Khoshbouei, a professor of neuroscience and psychiatry. “So this is an important societal issue.”

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida neuroscientists have made a mechanistic discovery that paves the way to test immune-modulating medicines as a…

12/16/2025

Santa made a special stop at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital to deliver gifts and spread holiday cheer to patients and families.

12/12/2025

We’re proud to announce that the ALS Clinic at the Fixel Institute has been recognized as a Certified Center of Excellence by the The ALS Association ❤️
Our multidisciplinary team delivers patient-centered care, access to clinical trials, and supportive therapies to enhance quality of life for those living with ALS.
Learn more: https://fixel.ufhealth.org/2025/12/12/als-clinic-at-fixel-institute-named-a-certified-center-of-excellence/

12/12/2025

The holiday season is an important time to support children spending their days in the hospital. Donations like these custom purple stuffed puppies from Pavlov Media bring comfort, joy and a sense of normalcy to our pediatric patients.

Every gift, big or small, makes a significant difference for a child navigating illness during the holidays. We are grateful for partners and community members who help us create moments of warmth and connection for our patients and families.