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Heart and Vascular
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May 29, 2026Naloxone use during cardiac arrest linked to improved survival
A new study found naloxone use during out of hospital cardiac arrest was associated with higher survival, restored circulation and neurological outcomes.
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April 30, 2026Vascular surgery resident receives grant to develop AI model to assess surgical technical skills
Vascular surgery resident Keenan Gibson has received a grant to develop an AI model that objectively assesses surgical skills, expanding equitable training globally.
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April 22, 2026Attend the 31st annual Health of Women Conference
Health professionals are invited to attend the Health of Women Conference, hosted by the UC Davis Women’s Cardiovascular Medicine Program, June 4–5, in Napa.
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March 31, 2026Project ADAM Sacramento launches first Heart Safe Youth Sports Program
Project ADAM Sacramento creates a cardiac emergency plan, as well as CPR and AED training for Pocket Little League.
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March 26, 2026Remote monitoring catches a hidden heart problem just in time
Remote blood-pressure monitoring caught a patient’s undetected heart rhythm problem, leading to timely intervention that prevented a life‑threatening emergency.
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February 24, 2026UC Davis Health performs first atrial leadless pacemaker implant in Fontan patients
UC Davis Health has achieved a medical first that brings new hope to congenital heart patients born with a single ventricle.
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February 19, 2026UC Davis Medical Center Echocardiography Lab earns reaccreditation
The medical center’s Echocardiography Lab earned renewed IAC accreditation for its safe, accurate and high-quality heart imaging and team’s dedication to excellent patient care.
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February 12, 2026How UC Davis Health meets the growing need for heart rhythm care
Afib rates are rising nationwide and the cardiac electrophysiology team is using advanced treatments, research and technology to improve outcomes and prepare for growing patient needs.
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February 10, 2026‘Treat Me Right’ campaign aims to improve heart care for women
The Women’s Heart Care Forum highlighted the “Treat Me Right” campaign, offering hands‑on learning and education to improve heart‑disease awareness, diagnosis and care for women.
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February 09, 2026Building stronger hearts: UC Davis Health’s Cardiac Rehab
With UC Davis Health Cardiac Rehab, a hesitant patient lost weight, reduced symptoms and gained confidence through expert support and proven, high‑quality care.
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February 02, 2026Clinical trial offers first-of-its-kind heart failure treatment
A new clinical trial offers patients a minimally invasive procedure that seeks to reduce extra pressure in the heart and improve heart failure symptoms.
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November 20, 2025UC Davis Health performs world’s first transcatheter procedure with new valve repair system
UC Davis Health cardiologists became the first in the world to treat patients with mitral and tricuspid regurgitation using a novel valve repair system.
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November 19, 2025New study finds AI model improves heart attack detection
The Department of Emergency Medicine tested an artificial intelligence -powered electrocardiogram model to see how well it could detect severe heart attacks.
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November 13, 2025GLP-1 and health: Beyond weight loss in the Ozempic era
GLP-1 drugs influence more than the gut and the weight. Research shows that they impact the health of the heart, brain, bones and muscles.
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October 20, 2025How one family trusted the same UC Davis Health heart care team across generations
Della de Corse underwent heart surgery, inspired by her father’s successful TAVR at UC Davis Health — both were treated by the same trusted care team.
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October 06, 2025Heart failure patients benefit from 'whole health' approach
The Koa Family Program supports “whole health” for heart failure patients like Barbara Tiney and has shown positive outcomes in improving overall well-being.
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September 23, 2025Expert Q&A: What you need to know about the new hypertension guidelines
Experts discuss the updated hypertension guidelines that include a cardiovascular risk calculator, recommendations for managing blood pressure in special populations and guidance on GLP-1 medications.
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September 02, 2025Treating varicose veins: What you need to know
Vascular surgeon Mimmie Kwong shares her insights on varicose veins and the latest treatment options available.
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August 28, 2025New study shows stress impacts the heart at a molecular level
New research reveals that stress affects more than just the mind — it also alters heart function at the molecular level.
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August 21, 2025New method allows researchers to study how the brain interacts with other organs in animal models
Cardiovascular researchers have developed a novel technique for preserving brain tissue in mice while simultaneously collecting living (unfixed) samples from other organs.
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