Drawing on electronic health records from across its academic health system, University of California Health has developed a unified, secure data set for use in COVID-19 research. The HIPAA Limited Data Set consisting of clinical information with more than 460 million data points is accessible to researchers across the entire UC system, enabling them to rapidly compare treatment options from previous patients to help future patients.
University of California Health creates centralized data set to accelerate COVID-19 research
1 in 3 young adults may face severe COVID-19, UCSF study shows
The researchers determined ‘medical vulnerability’ by referencing indicators identified by the CDC, including e-cigarette and tobacco use.
What’s next: The future of compassion
How to ward off emotional exhaustion as the pandemic continues.
How dogs actually age (and what that tells us about how we do)
Understanding how dogs age can help us fight human aging.
UC Berkeley launches trial of saliva test for COVID-19
Saliva can be gathered without medical supervision, unlike current tests, which saves time, money and precious PPE.
All UC Schools of Medicine to interview applicants virtually
The deans of University of California Health's six medical schools announced today (June 30) that all medical school, residency and fellowship interviews for the 2020-2021 academic year will be held in a virtual format.
FDA approves video game based on UCSF brain research as ADHD therapy for kids
This is the first video game therapeutic to be approved for the disorder in children.
One-time treatment generates new neurons, eliminates Parkinson’s disease in mice
A new strategy for treating neurodegeneration gives hope for treating even those with advanced disease.
University of California Health children’s hospitals ranked among the nation’s best
All four children’s hospitals of University of California Health were recognized for excellence by U.S. News & World Report.
All University of California Health children’s hospitals ranked among the nation’s best
The four children’s hospitals of University of California Health were recognized for excellence in multiple areas of subspecialty care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020–21 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings.
Are masks the answer? Research says yes
A new study confirms that face coverings determine the pandemic’s trends and significantly reduce the number of infections.
Study finds 82 percent of avocado oil rancid or mixed with other oils
FDA standards needed to protect consumers and industry, food scientist says.