Health Care

A doctor hold's a stethoscope in their hands.

No confirmed cases of EV-D68 at UI Hospitals and Clinics

Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Although some Iowa hospitals have confirmed cases of EV-D68, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics reports no confirmed cases of EV-D68, said Eli Perencevich, professor of medicine at the UI Carver College of Medicine. But doctors have submitted several specimens to be tested. Actual care and management of the virus are very standard and are part of our protocol, he said.

Silver-based coating may reduce germs on hospital surfaces

Tuesday, September 9, 2014
A coating material that contains silver nanoparticles appears to reduce the number of germs that survive on surfaces, according to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. The findings suggest that the coating may be potentially useful for preventing infections in hospital settings.
People take photos of UI's AirCare helicopter at an open house

UI's AirCare celebrates 35 years

Monday, September 8, 2014
The UI Hospitals and Clinics celebrated the 35th anniversary of the AirCare Program Sunday at an open house that also marked the 10th anniversary of the UI Department of Emergency Medicine.

Iowa Now Minute - 9/4/14

Thursday, September 4, 2014
"Iowa Now Minute" is a 60-second roundup highlighting recent UI activities, research, public engagement, and campus life. Look for a new video every Thursday in Iowa Now.

President Mason's email to campus community on sexual assault

Thursday, September 4, 2014
University of Iowa President Sally Mason shares a letter with the campus community about the importance of talking openly about the serious issue of sexual assault.
Joseph Burken

DeWitt boy to be Kid Captain when Hawkeyes host Ball State

Thursday, September 4, 2014
Joseph Burken of DeWitt, Iowa, was diagnosed with an astrocytoma, a cancerous tumor in the center of his brain. He also had hydrocephalus—a buildup of fluid inside the skull that leads to brain swelling. Burken will be the Kid Captain Saturday when the Hawkeyes face Ball State in Kinnick.
Building under construction

Building for the future

Wednesday, September 3, 2014
The University of Iowa is in the midst of a $1.2 billion historic transformation with a number of major building projects underway. UI photographers captured construction updates of several of these major building projects that illustrate the UI's commitment to creating high performance buildings for high performing students.

Kid Captains suit up

Friday, August 29, 2014
Have you ever seen the inside of the Hawkeye locker room? Join our 2014 Kid Captains for a special behind-the-scenes tour during Kids Day at Kinnick on Aug. 16. Watch this video and don't forget to share it with your friends and family.

Keeping Iowa Healthy - Diabetes Research Center

Friday, August 29, 2014
In this video, Dale Abel, director of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center at the University of Iowa, discusses the mission of this center and how a $25 million dollar gift from the Fraternal Order of Eagles will make new advances and understanding possible in the fight against this devastating disease.
Andon family

Mother's intuition and UI experts save baby's life

Thursday, August 28, 2014
Maybe it was mother's intuition or her experience as a nurse, but Kimberly Andon knew something was wrong with her newborn baby. Learn more about how her daughter's life was saved thanks to experts at UI Children's Hospital.

Iowa Now Minute - 8/28/14

Thursday, August 28, 2014
Welcome to season two of "Iowa Now Minute," a 60-second roundup highlighting recent UI activities, research, public engagement, and campus life. Look for a new video every Thursday in Iowa Now.
portrait of Treytun

Ottumwa boy kicks off Kid Captain 2014 in game against Northern Iowa

Thursday, August 28, 2014
At age 4, Treytun Garcia of Ottumwa developed what looked like a rash on his left foot. He was soon diagnosed with linear scleroderma, an autoimmune disease characterized by the hardening of the skin and connective tissues. Garcia was chosen as the Kid Captain for the football game this Saturday when the Hawkeyes face the Panthers at Kinnick Stadium.