UC Davis Children's Hospital
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UC Davis Children's Hospital is the Sacramento region's only nationally ranked, comprehensive hospital for children.
Dr. Courtney Wusthoff was instrumental in developing the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society guideline on indications for continuous EEG in neonates. She shares the best practices in treating newborns with potential HIE or suspected seizures.
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Protecting newborn brains: A conversation with neonatal neurologist Courtney Wusthoff
Neonatal neurologist Courtney Wusthoff discusses cooling treatment and EEG monitoring as best practices for newborns with potential hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy and seizures.
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January 30, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Dr. Courtney Wusthoff was instrumental in developing the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society guideline on indications for continuous EEG in neonates. She shares the best practices in treating newborns with potential HIE or suspected seizures.
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Registration for the 18th annual Donut Dash is now open.
Funds raised have purchased video gaming carts, iPads, a 3D printer, art supplies and musical instruments for our hospitalized children.
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Funds raised have purchased video gaming carts, iPads, a 3D printer, art supplies and musical instruments for our hospitalized children.
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Registration now open for annual Donut Dash fundraiser
Fun run that supports UC Davis Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department is March 7 at William Land Park in Sacramento.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Registration for the 18th annual Donut Dash is now open.
Funds raised have purchased video gaming carts, iPads, a 3D printer, art supplies and musical instruments for our hospitalized children.
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Funds raised have purchased video gaming carts, iPads, a 3D printer, art supplies and musical instruments for our hospitalized children.
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“We are so pleased to be able to bring our care closer to home for pediatric patients in the Folsom area,” said Nandalike, who is chief of pediatric pulmonology at UC Davis Health.
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Pediatric pulmonology and sleep medicine services now offered at Folsom Turn Pike Clinic
UC Davis Health pediatric pulmonology has expanded its services to Folsom’s Turn Pike Clinic on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
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January 16, 2026 at 6:42 PM
“We are so pleased to be able to bring our care closer to home for pediatric patients in the Folsom area,” said Nandalike, who is chief of pediatric pulmonology at UC Davis Health.
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The first-ever Country Cares for Kids Radiothon last month on KNCI 105.1 FM raised more than $85,000 in support of pediatric care for children and families across Northern California. health.ucdavis.edu/children/new...
Country Cares for Kids Radiothon raises $85K in inaugural year
Local radio station KNCI 105.1 FM raised more than $85,000 for UC Davis Children’s Hospital in partnership with Children’s Miracle Network.
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January 13, 2026 at 7:50 PM
The first-ever Country Cares for Kids Radiothon last month on KNCI 105.1 FM raised more than $85,000 in support of pediatric care for children and families across Northern California. health.ucdavis.edu/children/new...
A few weeks before Thanksgiving, Darlene Hildebrandt and her husband welcomed their first child. They may never have met their healthy baby boy, and Hildebrandt herself may have faced life-threatening risks, had they not been referred to UC Davis Health earlier this year.
January 12, 2026 at 10:57 PM
A few weeks before Thanksgiving, Darlene Hildebrandt and her husband welcomed their first child. They may never have met their healthy baby boy, and Hildebrandt herself may have faced life-threatening risks, had they not been referred to UC Davis Health earlier this year.
Doctors’ visits for flu-like symptoms — fevers, sore throat, extreme fatigue and body aches — have hit the highest level in nearly 30 years, according to the CDC, and are likely to continue to rise. At least 5,000 people have died this season, including 9 children. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
Flu surges in 45 states as doctor visits reach highest level in nearly 30 years
About 5,000 people have died of the flu so far this season, including 9 children, as the Trump administration pulls back on advice to get kids vaccinated.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:23 PM
Doctors’ visits for flu-like symptoms — fevers, sore throat, extreme fatigue and body aches — have hit the highest level in nearly 30 years, according to the CDC, and are likely to continue to rise. At least 5,000 people have died this season, including 9 children. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
What happens when pediatric and veterinary neurosurgeons work together?
A first-of-its-kind surgery with UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine to save Viggo, a kitten with hydrocephalus – and may someday help human babies. 🐈👶
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A first-of-its-kind surgery with UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine to save Viggo, a kitten with hydrocephalus – and may someday help human babies. 🐈👶
Watch the incredible story: health.ucdavis.edu/news/feature...
January 8, 2026 at 5:46 PM
What happens when pediatric and veterinary neurosurgeons work together?
A first-of-its-kind surgery with UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine to save Viggo, a kitten with hydrocephalus – and may someday help human babies. 🐈👶
Watch the incredible story: health.ucdavis.edu/news/feature...
A first-of-its-kind surgery with UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine to save Viggo, a kitten with hydrocephalus – and may someday help human babies. 🐈👶
Watch the incredible story: health.ucdavis.edu/news/feature...
Fevers in babies and toddlers can be scary, but how high is too high, and when is medical care really needed? Dr. Lena van der List, a pediatrician with UC Davis Children's Hospital, explains what parents need to know about fever in infants and young children. www.youtube.com/watch?v=eb0t...
Fevers in Babies and Toddlers: When to Worry | Little Lessons w/ UC Davis Children's Hospital
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January 6, 2026 at 10:32 PM
Fevers in babies and toddlers can be scary, but how high is too high, and when is medical care really needed? Dr. Lena van der List, a pediatrician with UC Davis Children's Hospital, explains what parents need to know about fever in infants and young children. www.youtube.com/watch?v=eb0t...
Ringing in the new year with our labor and delivery staff! Happy new year! 🥳🎆
January 1, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Ringing in the new year with our labor and delivery staff! Happy new year! 🥳🎆
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The Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) just awarded 24 grants totaling more than $2 million to @ucdavischildren.bsky.social clinicians and researchers. Thank you for investing in the future of our kids’ health!
Image: A child is standing against a white background with both arms raised.
Image: A child is standing against a white background with both arms raised.
December 30, 2025 at 7:34 PM
The Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) just awarded 24 grants totaling more than $2 million to @ucdavischildren.bsky.social clinicians and researchers. Thank you for investing in the future of our kids’ health!
Image: A child is standing against a white background with both arms raised.
Image: A child is standing against a white background with both arms raised.
When a child has to spend the holidays in the hospital, families have a chance to "shop" at our holiday workshop, a superstore in our hospital with free toys and gifts, giftwrapping services, live music and refreshments.
December 24, 2025 at 1:20 AM
When a child has to spend the holidays in the hospital, families have a chance to "shop" at our holiday workshop, a superstore in our hospital with free toys and gifts, giftwrapping services, live music and refreshments.
UC Davis researchers are leading a major $5.5 million study to better understand how children with Down syndrome develop expressive communication — the skills used to share what we want, think or feel. health.ucdavis.edu/children/new...
UC Davis launches major study on language development in children with Down syndrome
A new NIH-funded study led by Professor Angela John Thurman aims to build a roadmap for communication support for children with Down syndrome.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:14 PM
UC Davis researchers are leading a major $5.5 million study to better understand how children with Down syndrome develop expressive communication — the skills used to share what we want, think or feel. health.ucdavis.edu/children/new...
Wearing bulky clothes or winter coats can prevent a snug fit of a car seat harness. Buckle up, then add coats or blankets over the top of your child.
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Car seat tips for road trips, taxis and planes: Safe holiday travel for children | Cultivating Health
This season, many families are hitting the road to see loved ones. Here are some practical ways that families can keep their children safe.
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December 19, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Wearing bulky clothes or winter coats can prevent a snug fit of a car seat harness. Buckle up, then add coats or blankets over the top of your child.
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Our NICU team is getting in the holiday spirit with a door decorating contest! Groups of employees teamed up to pick themes and decorate around the unit. Take a look! (A winner will be announced soon!) 🎁🎄
December 19, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Our NICU team is getting in the holiday spirit with a door decorating contest! Groups of employees teamed up to pick themes and decorate around the unit. Take a look! (A winner will be announced soon!) 🎁🎄
Exciting news: The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD®) has designated UC Davis Health as a NORD Rare Disease Center of Excellence. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...
UC Davis Health designated as a NORD Rare Disease Center of Excellence
UC Davis Health is now designated as a NORD Rare Disease Center of Excellence for its leadership in providing research and expert care for people with rare diseases.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Exciting news: The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD®) has designated UC Davis Health as a NORD Rare Disease Center of Excellence. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...
“It really creates a safe conversation within the classroom and a space to clarify misconceptions. I’m glad we can help our patients in this way, as they transition back to school.” - Marisa Salazar, certified child life specialist.
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Program helps kids reintegrate into school after cancer battle
Children returning to school after a long illness get a reliable ally: A child life specialist who attends class to support their re-entry.
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December 11, 2025 at 7:15 PM
“It really creates a safe conversation within the classroom and a space to clarify misconceptions. I’m glad we can help our patients in this way, as they transition back to school.” - Marisa Salazar, certified child life specialist.
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Santa brought the magic of the season to UC Davis Children's Hospital this week. He personally handed out cuddly teddy bears and spent time asking each child what they wished for this Christmas.
December 11, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Santa brought the magic of the season to UC Davis Children's Hospital this week. He personally handed out cuddly teddy bears and spent time asking each child what they wished for this Christmas.
Children who are infected with hepatitis B during the newborn period have a 90% chance of being chronically infected with hepatitis B and a 25% risk of dying prematurely. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...
Why the hepatitis B vaccine is critical for newborns
A pediatric infectious diseases expert explains why it is important for children to be vaccinated for hepatitis B and debunks common myths about the disease.
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December 10, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Children who are infected with hepatitis B during the newborn period have a 90% chance of being chronically infected with hepatitis B and a 25% risk of dying prematurely. health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlin...
At UC Davis Children’s Hospital, innovation & teamwork make miracles happen. When an infant named Ryder was born w/ Robin sequence — a condition that made breathing and feeding nearly impossible — our multidisciplinary Cleft & Craniofacial team stepped in with advanced care & cutting-edge technology
December 4, 2025 at 11:08 PM
At UC Davis Children’s Hospital, innovation & teamwork make miracles happen. When an infant named Ryder was born w/ Robin sequence — a condition that made breathing and feeding nearly impossible — our multidisciplinary Cleft & Craniofacial team stepped in with advanced care & cutting-edge technology
Among the 48,406 adolescents and young adults (AYAs) studied, 9.2% had metastatic disease at diagnosis while 9.5% developed metastatic recurrence later. AYAs with colorectal cancer (44.2%) and sarcoma (41.7%) had the highest overall proportion of metastatic disease health.ucdavis.edu/children/new...
High risk of metastatic recurrence among young cancer patients
Study of 48,000 AYAs finds nearly 1 in 10 develop metastatic recurrence after non-metastatic cancer, highlighting urgent need for tailored survivorship care and early detection strategies.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Among the 48,406 adolescents and young adults (AYAs) studied, 9.2% had metastatic disease at diagnosis while 9.5% developed metastatic recurrence later. AYAs with colorectal cancer (44.2%) and sarcoma (41.7%) had the highest overall proportion of metastatic disease health.ucdavis.edu/children/new...
Our own Dr. Lena van der List shares some helpful tips on baby proofing your home! youtu.be/lOT4fgXgZx8?...
Baby Proofing Your Home | Little Lessons with Dr. Lena van der List
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December 1, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Our own Dr. Lena van der List shares some helpful tips on baby proofing your home! youtu.be/lOT4fgXgZx8?...
When he was 2 years old, Savon suffered a traumatic brain injurythat resulted in uncontrollable epileptic seizures. In 2022, he was taking high doses of medication for his epilepsy. Now he is free of medicine and seizures!
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Two years after epilepsy surgery, 8-year-old is seizure-free and medication-free
Savon suffered up to 10 seizures each day. Now, thanks to the UC Davis Comprehensive Epilepsy program, he lives seizure free and without medications.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:45 PM
When he was 2 years old, Savon suffered a traumatic brain injurythat resulted in uncontrollable epileptic seizures. In 2022, he was taking high doses of medication for his epilepsy. Now he is free of medicine and seizures!
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It’s here! Our virtual holiday toy drive is officially underway 🎁 Join us in spreading holiday cheer and supporting local children and families receiving care this season 💙 crowdfund.ucdavis.edu/toydrive
UC Davis Children's Hospital Virtual Toy Drive 2025
Join me and make a gift to Toy Drive!
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November 21, 2025 at 7:36 PM
It’s here! Our virtual holiday toy drive is officially underway 🎁 Join us in spreading holiday cheer and supporting local children and families receiving care this season 💙 crowdfund.ucdavis.edu/toydrive
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📢 CDPH launched an Infant Botulism Hotline for the public to answer your questions and provide guidance.
📞 Call (833)398-2022
🕖 Available toll-free 7 days a week, 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. (Pacific Time)
📲 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/cls/idld/ibtpp/Pages/InfantBotulism.aspx.
#BabySafety
📞 Call (833)398-2022
🕖 Available toll-free 7 days a week, 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. (Pacific Time)
📲 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/cls/idld/ibtpp/Pages/InfantBotulism.aspx.
#BabySafety
November 14, 2025 at 10:05 PM
📢 CDPH launched an Infant Botulism Hotline for the public to answer your questions and provide guidance.
📞 Call (833)398-2022
🕖 Available toll-free 7 days a week, 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. (Pacific Time)
📲 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/cls/idld/ibtpp/Pages/InfantBotulism.aspx.
#BabySafety
📞 Call (833)398-2022
🕖 Available toll-free 7 days a week, 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. (Pacific Time)
📲 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/cls/idld/ibtpp/Pages/InfantBotulism.aspx.
#BabySafety
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ByHeart, a manufacturer of organic baby formula, recalled all of its products sold nationwide days after some batches were recalled in an expanding outbreak of infant botulism.
ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows
Baby formula manufacturer ByHeart recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday. The move comes days after some batches were recalled amid an expanding outbreak of infant botulism.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:30 AM
ByHeart, a manufacturer of organic baby formula, recalled all of its products sold nationwide days after some batches were recalled in an expanding outbreak of infant botulism.