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UF Health was recently awarded a five-year, $3.6 million award from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases to support malaria eradication and elimination efforts. This research is led by Rhoel Dinglasan, Ph.D., M.P.H., a professor of infectious diseases at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. The new center, ÉMERGENTS, will aim to learn more information about malaria in an attempt to eradicate this deadly disease.

UF awarded NIH Funding for new malaria research center » College of Veterinary Medicine » University of Florida A five-year, $3.6 million award from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, or NIAID will support the project.

Members of the UF College of Public Health and Health Professions College of Public Health and Health Professions recently discussed how artificial intelligence will play a positive role in the health care field in the future. From early detection of difficult-to-detect cancerous lumps in the breast to predicting blood loss during surgery. To read more about the ways AI can positively impact health care, check out the article below.

How AI can improve health care » College of Public Health & Health Professions » College of Public Health and Health Professions » University of Florida It is important for medical experts to examine AI solutions results to ensure accuracy in diagnosing and treating patients.

Soaring birds have a unique anatomical structure branching off their lungs that sheds new light on their respiratory system and flight capabilities, Dr. Emma Schachner, an assistant professor in University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine's department of physiological sciences, and her colleagues report in this new paper published today in Nature. Such exciting news! Congrats, Dr. Schachner!

UF researchers: Soaring birds use their lungs to modify mechanics of flight - UF Health GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Soaring birds — like osprey, eagles, falcons, even vultures — can stay aloft in the air seemingly forever, rarely flapping their wings.…

The Office of Research at the UF College of Medicine welcomes May Khanna, Ph.D. as the inaugural Assistant Dean for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Khanna’s entrepreneurial spirit has led her to create several startups, she hopes to encourage young scientists to explore their entrepreneurship. She has created the UF Innovation 2 Entrepreneurship (I2E) program which will bring people from the Colleges of Engineering, Pharmacy and Medicine together to compete for $150,000 for their own startups.

PHHP announces newest Research Innovation Fund awards » College of Public Health & Health Professions » College of Public Health and Health Professions » University of Florida Drs. Russell Hepple, Kathryn Ross and Drew A. Westmoreland are recipients of new pilot funding awards.

Zachary Francis, a class of 2026 UF College of Dentistry student received his white coat on June 1st after a 15-year journey to dentistry. His way to dental school was untraditional but he did not let that stop him from pursuing his passion. Learn more about his 15-year journey by reading the article below.

Zigg’s 15-Year Journey to Dental School » College of Dentistry » University of Florida Zachary Francis' path to UFCD is guaranteed to challenge one's definition of non-traditional student. Destination reached, he's half way to D.M.D.

McKnight Brain Institute of the University of Florida researchers are studying the factors that shape vulnerability to scams in older adults.

In the Conversation, Drs. Natalie Ebner and Didem Pehlivanoglu explain their research into social cognition, decision-making & who's most susceptible.

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Are older adults more vulnerable to scams? What psychologists have learned about who’s most susceptible, and when Many factors shape an individual’s risk for falling prey to deception, including where and how they are targeted.

Congratulations to the PA students at the UF College of Medicine who received their white coats on June 7th. This is a major accomplishment and we can't wait to see what you do next!

Robin Bell is a clinical professor and equine sports medicine specialist at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. He is also a veterinary specialist at the UF Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida. But outside of the hospital, he has been serving as a team veterinarian for Team Australia. This role will take him to the Summer 2024 Olympics in Paris.

He discusses his experience with Team Australia and how he balances it with his UF Health role. Check out this article to learn more.

UF professor heads for Paris this summer as team veterinarian for Team Australia’s equine athletes - UF Health GAINESVILLE, Fla. — From his native Australia to Florida and next to Paris, Robin Bell, B.V.Sc., lives and breathes elite performance horses. As a clinical…

Friday, June 7th, students from the UF School of Physician Assistant Studies class of 2025 will receive their white coats at the Health Professions, Nursing & Pharmacy Building at 2 pm. Congratulations to our students for this amazing achievement. You can find the live stream and learn more about the ceremony at the link below.

WATCH: SCHOOL OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT STUDIES WHITE COAT CEREMONY Students from the PA class of 2025 will receive their white coats June 7

Combating Skin Cancer - Palm Beach Florida Weekly Summer is almost here, but many people in Florida slide from one season to another with little notice. After all, this is the sunshine state. But our rays of sunshine come with a warning: skin cancer! May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Statistics prove we need to heed and take action on experts’ ...

After her husband went into cardiac arrest and needed bystander at church, retired UF Health PA Valerie Layton advocated to install an at their church for future emergencies. Learn more about the Laytons and how this CPR & AED Awareness Week:

Bystander CPR Helps Michael Overcome Sudden Cardiac Arrest - UF Health Sitting in church and practicing songs for Sunday service, Valerie Layton unexpectedly felt the weight of her husband Michael lean on her. It was April 1, so…

UF Health is enhancing local health care services for patients in Northeast Florida by appointing key executives at UF Health St. Johns. Effective June 3, UF Health has appointed Kerry Watson as interim chief executive officer and Huson Gilberstadt, M.D., as chief medical officer.

As CEO, Watson will lead the ongoing process of integrating UF Health St. Johns into the UF Health system, provide strategic direction and leadership to drive organizational performance and growth and offer guidance to the organization during the transition period and beyond to ensure continuity and sustainability.

As CMO, Gilberstadt will serve as UF Health St. Johns’ physician leader, overseeing patient care and clinical effectiveness while promoting a culture of safety and patient satisfaction.

Please join us in welcoming these leaders to UF Health St. Johns.

UF Health St. Johns appoints new executives - UF Health ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — UF Health is strengthening local health care services for all patients in Northeast Florida with the appointment of key executives at UF…

UF Health gene therapy pioneer Barry Byrne will be inducted into Florida Inventors Hall of Fame this fall. Byrne, a pediatric cardiologist and geneticist, has contributed to numerous gene therapies focusing on inherited muscle diseases.

A recent study found that he was the world’s third most-cited author and first among clinicians working with the adeno-associated virus, which uses a harmless, engineered virus to deliver a functioning copy of a defective gene.

UF Health gene therapy scientist named to Florida Inventors Hall of Fame - UF Health GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The kid was curious about how things worked. One day in his grandparents’ New Jersey home, the 8-year-old spied an old mantel clock that…

We're honored to celebrate the remarkable career and well-deserved retirement of Dr. David Meurer, a true hero in emergency medicine and a cherished member of the UF Health family. Enjoy your retirement, Dr. Meurer!

We’re thrilled to announce the start of a $30 million+ renovation at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital! This project will transform units 44 and 45 into state-of-the-art private rooms, enhancing family-centered care and creating a healing environment. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting transformation and learn more about the enhancements we’re bringing to our pediatric patient rooms and medical-surgical areas. Thank you to our generous donors and the community for making this possible!

UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital starts renovations on pediatric patient care areas - UF Health GAINESVILLE, Fla. — UF Health leadership celebrated the start of a $30 million+ floor-to-ceiling renovation to pediatric patient rooms and medical-surgical…

New UF Health study reveals high school pitchers face increased injury risk due to higher pitching velocities and intensities. Researchers recommend incorporating these factors into player monitoring to better prevent overuse injuries.

Protecting baseball pitching arms about more than pitch count, UF Health research suggests - UF Health GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A high school pitcher looking back at early baseball aces might wonder why the modern arm — their arms — are so prone to overuse injuries.…

UF Health is honored to have received the Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus certification from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, honoring our commitment to excellent care for stroke patients. 💝

“Gold Plus” is the highest recognition, signifying consistent adherence to quality care over the course of 24 months. 🏆

Thank you to our hardworking team, who provides compassionate and advanced stroke care daily and continues to earn accolades for all that they do! 🤗

Congrats to Melissa Peña Carrillo, Chris Zimmerman, and Caleigh Kiefer on receiving the Jim Howard EMS Scholarship to aid their paramedic school tuition!

We would like to congratulate Melissa Peña Carrillo, Chris Zimmerman, and Caleigh Kiefer on receiving the Jim Howard EMS Scholarship! All three EMTs will be utilizing their scholarships to assist in paramedic school tuition. The scholarship was created in the loving memory of Jim Howard, who was the former Program Director of ShandsCair. Pictured are all three recipients with Gwen Howard, former Chief Flight Nurse for ShandsCair and wife of the late Mr. Howard.

Stay tuned to our page for more info about the Jim Howard EMS Scholarship Golf Tournament. Save the date of Friday, November 15!

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Robotic surgery is revolutionizing pediatric care at UF Health! Dr. Steven Raymond, an assistant professor of surgery, explains how this cutting-edge technology offers enhanced precision, minimal scarring and shorter recovery times for young patients. Learn more about the advantages of pediatric robotic surgery and how it differs from traditional methods.

How Robotic Surgery is Reshaping Pediatric Care Safely and Effectively - UF Health In the ever-evolving landscape of pediatric surgery, advances in technology continue to revolutionize patient care. Among these innovations, robotic surgery…

Did you know that living kidney donors play a crucial role in saving lives? In 2023, UF Health performed 20 living kidney transplants, part of the 6,900 nationwide. Donating a kidney can drastically reduce a recipient's wait time and improve their quality of life. Learn more about the process, benefits, and real stories of donors and recipients. Find out if becoming a living donor is right for you.

Becoming a Living Kidney Donor: 6 Things to Know About the Process - UF Health Most of us are born with two kidneys. In 2023, more than 6,900 kidney transplants were made possible by living donors – people who chose to offer one of their…

A remarkable story from the frontlines in Ukraine: Dr. Chris Robinson of UF Health conducted a webinar on traumatic brain injury, which ended up saving a soldier’s life. Ukrainian medics, armed with newfound knowledge, were able to provide critical care that made all the difference.

UF Health Traumatic Brain Injury Expertise Used on Frontlines in Ukraine - UF Health Bang. It was just one gunshot among the countless being fired nearly 6,000 miles away, but the impact of the resulting wound would soon reverberate all the way…

UF Health has been selected by the CDC to lead a program expanding access to hypertension care for Jacksonville’s medically underserved communities. A collaboration among UF Health Total Care Clinic – Jacksonville, the University of Florida College of Pharmacy and Panama Pharmacy, the Hypertension Pharmacists’ Program will debut this summer.

UF Health to launch CDC-backed Hypertension Pharmacists’ Program in Jacksonville » College of Pharmacy » University of Florida The CDC has selected University of Florida Health to lead a program leveraging community pharmacists in helping patients manage hypertension.

As Ozzy Osbourne announces stem cell therapy, experts urge caution, highlight risks As rock legend Ozzy Osbourne has turned to stem cell therapy, some experts caution that the treatment is not for everyone. A doctor weighed in on the potential risks.

Our concussion and traumatic brain injury experts provide lessons on head injuries and other topics to providers caring for Team USA athletes. The four-day training session ended May 3.

UF Health welcomes Team USA medical personnel to talk about concussion and TBI - UF Health GAINESVILLE — As Team USA competes against the world in Paris this summer, it’s unlikely any broadcaster will discuss how well athletes sleep. It might be a…

The final health care champion we are highlighting this is Enrique Abreu, a peer specialist in IP Therapies at the UF Health Psychiatric Hospital.

"I am proud to be a UF Health champion because as a peer specialist, I get an opportunity to serve people who are going through some of the things I did. I also help promote hope and resilience. I get the chance to be part of someone's life and give them a chance to be heard. I get to be part of something that is bigger than me." – Enrique Abreu

As National Hospital Week comes to an end, we are proud to have been able to recognize some of the many health care champions here at UF Health. Each day, our champions continue to make incredible differences in the frontlines and behind the scenes. We are proud to collaborate with one another and work together as health care champions!

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