Monday, March 16: Weather is impacting clinic hours in Illinois and Wisconsin. https://uw.health/4bqQIqn

When Jenny received her double lung transplant in 1995, doctors said she would be unlikely to live more than five years. Now 30 years later, Jenny’s lung transplant has given her a full life. Read about her incredible success story: https://uw.health/47ayhVH

Jenny's 'miraculous' 30 years after a double lung transplant

Jenny Yelczyn isn't big on statistics, but the numbers show that she's still thriving three decades after receiving the gift of life.

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Dr. Mahua Dey, a UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center neurosurgeon, is developing cancer vaccines, using a patient’s own tumor cells, to prevent recurrence of glioblastoma. https://uw.health/3OBpWE7

Researcher developing vaccine to stop brain cancer recurrence

Dr. Mahua Dey, a UW Health neurosurgeon, is developing cancer vaccines, using a patient’s own tumor cells, to prevent recurrence of glioblastoma.

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A landmark year for UW Health Transplant Center. Innovation. Expertise. Lifesaving care. As we celebrate 60 years since our first transplant, we’re proud to keep advancing what’s possible for patients and families across Wisconsin and beyond.

What if two powerful cancer treatments could work better together? At UW Carbone Cancer Center, researcher Dr. Quaovi Sodji is exploring a new way to strengthen cell therapies by pairing them with radiopharmaceuticals, precision radiation designed to seek out cancer cells. https://uw.health/49PxpGw

We've launched a new initiative to educate people about living organ donation to motivate more to say “yes” to becoming living organ donors. ➡️ Learn more: https://uw.health/49HMhYJ

We’re proud to introduce a new way for patients to access our nationally recognized transplant services. Learn more: https://uw.health/4oH9Bdr

Construction is under way on University Row Medical Center. The new four-story clinic will include adult and pediatric primary care, urgent care, imaging and laboratory services, rehabilitation and a pharmacy. https://uw.health/3JUDCYQ

UW Health breaks ground on University Row Medical Center

UW Health has started construction on University Row Medical Center, an expansion of the existing Digestive Health Center at 750 University Row in Madison.

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Join us in sharing the facts about HPV vaccination and increasing the number of children protected today against HPV cancers tomorrow. Leading Cancer Centers reinforce the importance of HPV vaccination to prevent cancer: https://uw.health/46ygfvr

Turning research into real world therapies. In a new Q&A, Dr. Jacques Galipeau explains how @uwhealth.bsky.social's and UW–Madison's Program for Advanced Cell Therapy is developing personalized treatments for conditions like cancer, diabetes and autoimmune disease with vision and urgency.

Developing personalized cell therapies to cure disease - School of Medicine and Public Health

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When heroes swing by, even window cleaning becomes a magical moment! Thanks to these superheroes for making spirits soar and bringing extra cheer to our patients and families at American Family Children's Hospital. 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️✨

Missed our Cap Times IdeaFest panel? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Catch Dr. Christian Capitini, Dr. Doug McNeel and Dr. Becky Richards as they dive into the latest breakthroughs in immunotherapy. Watch the full panel discussion here: https://uw.health/48lHUlO

Immunotherapy at UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center | Cap Times Idea Fest 2025

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Join us for a FREE thought-provoking panel discussion at this year's @captimes.com Idea Fest at Memorial Union. On September 10, Acting director Christian Capitini, researchers Doug McNeel and Becky Richards talk about the latest in immunotherapy. https://uw.health/45y5R7N

Hepzato delivers chemotherapy directly into the liver for patients with metastatic uveal melanoma — reducing side effects and expanding options. Carbone Cancer Center is the only site in Wisconsin offering this new FDA-approved therapy. 🔗 uw.health/3HyLmyA

A transplanted kidney from his sister gave Shawn a new lease on life. And thanks to a clinical trial at @uwmadison.bsky.social, he’s also able to live without the need for anti-rejection medications. Discover how we're helping redefine what’s possible for transplant patients: uw.health/4m1uCyY

A new kidney — free of daily meds

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14 years at #1! University of Wisconsin Hospitals has once again been named the #1 hospital in Wisconsin by U. S. News and World Report. From advanced clinical care to cutting-edge research, UW Health continues to lead the way! www.uwhealth.org/news/univers...

🧠 🌍 Today we’re celebrating World Brain Day 2025! This year’s theme is “Brain Health for All Ages.” Visit adrc.wisc.edu/prevention for evidence-based tips on how certain lifestyle changes can delay the onset or reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

Prevention | Alzheimer's Disease Research Center

Alzheimer’s disease affects people across economic, educational, social, racial, and gender lines. Age is the greatest risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, but who and when it strikes is unpredictable...

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We celebrate our 2025 Physician Excellence Award recipients who represent some of our most skilled and dedicated physicians! These awards recognize exceptional skills in clinical practice, educating the next generation of physicians and leadership.

For 36 years, the UW Health Heart Transplant Program has been a leader in heart transplantation and is among the 15% of programs nationwide to achieve the milestone of 1,000 heart transplants.

A heart full of love

In early 2025, Kortney Zblewski became the 1,000th person to receive a heart transplant through the UW Health Transplant Center, in addition to new lungs.

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Ambient listening technology helps by recording and transcribing conversations during appointments, so providers can spend more time listening and less time typing.

Be one of the first 500 guests to receive a free thermal tote, explore 20+ interactive displays, take behind-the-scenes lab tours and celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Breast Cancer Research Advisory Network. Plus, meet Bucky Badger! Learn more: www.uwhealth.org/events/carbo...

We are expanding our PICU at American Family Children's Hospital! About 60% of our current PICU beds are filled by children receiving cardiac care. The expansion will include a dedicated cardiac intensive care unit to meet the increasing demand for highly specialized heart procedures and care.

American Family Children’s Hospital to expand PICU, add CICU

To meet growing demand for care, American Family Children’s Hospital is expanding its Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and adding a Cardiac Intensive Care Unit.

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Coach Matt LaFleur of the @greenbaypackers.bsky.social met with Dr. Christian Capitini, acting director of UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center. We're grateful to Coach and his wife Bre for their support of the Garding Against Cancer initiative, focused on innovative #CancerResearch and patient care.

Forty-six days after River was admitted to American Family Children’s Hospital, he went home with a hero’s sendoff from the 263 people who helped during his recovery. “Everybody was rooting for River,” says Dr. Adam Brinkman, medical director of pediatric trauma care.

Family of Madison school shooting survivor credits doctors, faith for son’s amazing recovery

The family of a 14-year-old school shooting survivor thanks God every day that’s he’s alive, nearly three months after a student opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School.

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We are proud to be serving the Janesville community. Our new clinic is now open near I-90 and E. Racine St. More info: uw.health/4b7rInN

Quality Hematology Oncology Updates presentations today from Dr. Mardini and other @uwhealth.bsky.social providers here in #Rockford. www.wifr.com/2025/02/22/u...

UW Health conference encourages collaboration between healthcare specialties

The goals of the Hematology Oncology Updates for Medical Professionals conference are to create partnerships between healthcare providers across different specialties and discuss the latest advancemen...

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Prehospital and emergency care providers at all levels are invited to our next Emergency Education Night Webinar: "Essential Pediatric Trauma Care" with Dr. Allie Hurst, medical director for pediatric critical care transport. Wed. 2/19 at 6 p.m. CT. Register: www.uwhealth.org/emergency-ed...

A study of 2,610 Wisconsin high school football players found that wearing soft-shell helmet covers during practice had no effect on the rates of sports-related concussions.

Football helmet covers do not reduce concussions for high school players - School of Medicine and Public Health

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A first-in-human clinical trial at UW School of Medicine and Public Health explores a novel cell therapy for Sjögren’s disease, targeting irreversible salivary gland damage. This innovative approach aims to move beyond symptom management toward restoring function.

Experimental cell therapy trial treats first Sjögren’s disease patient - School of Medicine and Public Health

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From one UW to another, we're excited to have @fredhutch.bsky.social join the @bigtencrc.bsky.social!

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Welcome, @fredhutch.bsky.social cancer program for @uwmedicine.bsky.social of UW, to the @bigtencrc.bsky.social, a collaboration of @big-ten.bsky.social cancer centers united to transform cancer research by leveraging their scientific and clinical expertise. bigtencrc.org/big-ten-crc-... #OncSky