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UC Davis Health in the News
Discover the latest breakthroughs and stories featuring our researchers and their work shaping the future of public health.
Occupational Health News
Can Parents' Jobs Affect Autism Risk?
Irva Herz-Picciotto, Ph.D. explores how parents' workplace chemical exposure before and during pregnancy may influence autism outcomes — pointing to new directions in prevention and policy.
Children's Health News
Toxic Risks Facing America's Young Learners
Jiwon Oh, Ph.D. reveals widespread chemical exposure in U.S. preschoolers, raising critical questions about long-term health and the need for stronger protections.
Brain Health News
Lifestyle Habits That Boost Brain Health
Discover how UC Davis researcher Rachel Whitmer's US POINTER study shows that lifestyle changes — like exercise, diet, and social connection — can help preserve memory and cognition in older adults.
