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Give to UCSFThirty-two UCSF scientists are among the most influential individuals in their respective fields, according to the most recent analysis of research citations by the science and intellectual property company, Clarivate.
Bob Wachter comments on the potential of new generative artificial intelligence tools to transform the health care environment in a way previous technologies could not.
The UC San Francisco School of Dentistry has received a $4 million National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant to kickstart its clinical research program, in part by developing a new artificial
A national challenge encourages doctors to help eliminate the pain, trauma and anxiety of needle jabs for young children.
It’s been known for many years that people who smoke tobacco have poor blood vessel function. Now, a team of researchers at UC San Francisco has shown that people who smoke marijuana have the same
For 50 years, UCSF Benioff Hospital’s Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center has been serving patients with a mission “to improve clinical outcomes and quality of life for individuals living with sickle cell disease and their families across the lifespan.”
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland is looking to historical design experts and community members to help preserve the heritage of the hospital while investing in a new seismically sound and state-of-the-art campus.
A bad night of sleep was associated with a 15% greater risk of having an atrial fibrillation (A-Fib) episode the following day, along with conditions like blood clots, heart failure, stroke and other heart-related problems.
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland used innovative 3D imaging during surgery to help correct a scoliosis patient's curved spine.
Two sisters are receiving a breakthrough, FDA-approved treatment for beta thalassemia at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital, Oakland. This is the first real therapy other than monthly transfusions for a devastating disease that destines people to shorter lives.
Being suspended from school or sent to the office is tied to a big drop in grade point average (GPA), especially for Black and Latinx children.
A study found that children who were recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes need less supplemental insulin to keep their blood sugar in a healthy range if they use the immunotherapy drug teplizumab.
UCSF experts to discuss amyloid therapies and dementia research at CTAD conference, addressing equity, novel treatments, and innovative studies.
Suneil Koliwad weighs in on the state of insulin production after California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a law that would cap the price for consumers at $35 a month. California will focus instead on producing its own insulin for $30 per vial.
With fentanyl overdose deaths at an all-time high, a successful UCSF-funded pilot project to distribute fentanyl test strips is being expanded by California Gov. Gavin Newsome as part of his plan to address the crisis.
A small device placed behind the ear targets the nervous system to help reduce pain and provide relief for kids with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Camp Winning Hands is a free summer camp for kids and teens with limb differences, where campers enjoy all types of activities that are modified for their unique conditions.
A new intervention may help “night owl” kids adjust to their natural sleep-cycle rhythms, fulfill their school responsibilities and avoid depression.
Using both cannabis and tobacco increases depression and anxiety risk, highlighting the need for integrated support, says UC San Francisco study.
The FDA recently approved the world’s first vaccines to prevent RSV for infants and elderly adults.
Babies who experience malnutrition may also experience worse cognitive development and have higher chances of death.
A specialized asthma clinic at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital provides personalized asthma care and education for East Bay children and their families.
Three injectable medications, Wegovy, Ozempic and Mounjaro, are often taken as weight management drugs. UCSF health experts weigh in on the benefits and risks of taking the medications for obesity.
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland is the first hospital in the West to administer a newly approved gene therapy to treat beta thalassemia with gene therapy, reducing the need for lifelong blood transfusions.