U. of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
Recent News About U. of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
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UW Health launches coaching program for Madison high school athletes
UW Health has begun a partnership with the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) to provide strength and conditioning coaches at the district’s four main high schools—East, Robert M. La Follette, Vel Phillips Memorial, and West—for a...
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Properly fitted car seats critical for preventing child deaths in vehicle accidents
Car accidents continue to be a significant cause of death and injury among children in the United States.
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UW Health named title sponsor for all University of Wisconsin women's athletics
Over the past several months, University of Wisconsin–Madison women’s sports fans have noticed increased visibility of UW Health at athletic events.
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Virtual nursing program eliminates first-year turnover among NICU nurses at children’s hospital
A virtual nursing program introduced in July 2024 at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of American Family Children’s Hospital has reduced first-year turnover among new nurses to zero, according to hospital staff.
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UW Carbone Cancer Center explores new immunotherapy using paired immune cell approach
UW Carbone Cancer Center researchers are investigating new ways to use the body’s immune system to fight cancer.
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Carbone fall conference addresses challenges faced by cancer caregivers
The upcoming Carbone annual fall cancer conference will focus on the experiences and needs of cancer caregivers.
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UW Carbone Cancer Center researchers study new immunotherapy targeting ovarian cancer relapse
Jenny Gumperz, PhD, a researcher at the UW Carbone Cancer Center, is studying how certain immune cells might improve cancer immunotherapy.
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UW Health climbs Forbes rankings for best employers in Wisconsin and Illinois
Forbes has once again recognized UW Health as one of the best employers by state, highlighting its standing in both Wisconsin and Illinois.
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UW Health launches nation’s first degree-granting surgical technology apprenticeship
UW Health, in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), Madison College, and the Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin, has launched a new surgical technology associate’s degree registered...
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Spinal muscular atrophy clinical trial offers new option for UW-La Crosse student
Easton King, a 19-year-old student at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, has been able to pursue his goal of attending college and maintaining independence thanks to advances in treatments for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).
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Researchers test new combination therapy for treatment-resistant metastatic breast cancer
Researchers at the Carbone Cancer Center are investigating a new approach to treat metastatic breast cancer that is resistant to current therapies.
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American Family Children’s Hospital expands facility dog team for patient support
Jimmy and Cash have joined the staff at American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, bringing the total number of facility dogs in the Canine Health and Medical Pals (CHAMPs) program to five.
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UW Carbone Cancer Center uses podcast for outreach to underserved communities
Joshua Wright, an outreach coordinator with the UW Carbone Cancer Center’s Cancer Health Disparities Initiative, is working to connect with medically underserved communities in Wisconsin about cancer risks and prevention.
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UW Health Kids urges families to prioritize children's vision ahead of new school year
As the school year approaches, UW Health Kids is encouraging parents to pay attention to their children’s vision health.
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UW Health expands supportive care options for cancer patients
Improvements in cancer treatments have increased survival rates, but many patients continue to experience physical and emotional side effects after their treatment. Dr. Kim Dittus, a breast cancer medical oncologist specializing in integrative...
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UW Health Kids highlights importance of supporting mothers during World Breastfeeding Week
Making sure patients feel supported is the main focus for lactation consultants at UW Health Kids, based at American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison.
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Specialty-trained gynecologist aims for earlier diagnoses and stronger connections at UW Health Kids
Dr. Katie O’Brien, one of only two specialty-trained pediatric adolescent gynecologists in Wisconsin and the first at UW Health Kids, is focusing on improving care for girls and young women by diagnosing pelvic conditions earlier and connecting...
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Madison man benefits from new targeted therapy after rare eye cancer spreads
Paul Lynch, a Madison resident and avid traveler, was diagnosed with uveal melanoma in October 2021 after noticing vision problems while working at the Minneapolis airport.
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UW Health launches mobile app enhancing patient access
Patients of UW Health now have a new tool to help them navigate their healthcare experiences more conveniently.
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University of Wisconsin Hospitals ranked No. 1 in state by U.S. News & World Report
For the 14th year in a row, University of Wisconsin Hospitals has been named the top hospital in Wisconsin by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals list. Dr. Peter Newcomer, chief operating officer at UW Health, credited the recognition to the...