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A Potential Way to Halt Both Forms of Blinding Macular Degeneration

January 27, 2020
A new discovery could lead to the first treatment for "dry" age-related macular degeneration. It could also lead to better treatments for the "wet" form.
A new discovery could lead to the first treatment for "dry" age-related macular degeneration. It could also lead to better treatments for the "wet" form.

HIV App Creators Honored as Innovators of the Year

January 24, 2020
Nearly 600 people in Virginia are using the app, called PositiveLinks. It offers a potent mix of engagement, social interaction and access to care providers.
Nearly 600 people in Virginia are using the app, called PositiveLinks. It offers a potent mix of engagement, social interaction and access to care providers.

Treating Babies Suffering Seizures Gave This Doc a Special Mission

November 19, 2019
Dr. Jennifer Burnsed is seeking to understand how the seizures affect the brain, and why they can lead to behavioral and learning problems years down the line.
Dr. Jennifer Burnsed is seeking to understand how the seizures affect the brain, and why they can lead to behavioral and learning problems years down the line.

UVA’s 1st Research Achievement Awards

February 4, 2020
School of Medicine faculty members were among those recognized as "leaders in their fields [who] are impacting the world in positive ways.”
School of Medicine faculty members were among those recognized as "leaders in their fields [who] are impacting the world in positive ways.”

The FDA has Approved the Artificial Pancreas!

January 2, 2020
The artificial pancreas automatically regulates blood sugar for people with type 1 diabetes, freeing them from the need to stick their fingers multiple times each day.
The artificial pancreas automatically regulates blood sugar for people with type 1 diabetes, freeing them from the need to stick their fingers multiple times each day.

A Potential Way to Halt Both Forms of Blinding Macular Degeneration

January 27, 2020
A new discovery could lead to the first treatment for "dry" age-related macular degeneration. It could also lead to better treatments for the "wet" form.
A new discovery could lead to the first treatment for "dry" age-related macular degeneration. It could also lead to better treatments for the "wet" form.

HIV App Creators Honored as Innovators of the Year

January 24, 2020 Nearly 600 people in Virginia are using the app, called PositiveLinks. It offers a potent mix of engagement, social interaction and access to care providers.

Treating Babies Suffering Seizures Gave This Doc a Special Mission

November 19, 2019 Dr. Jennifer Burnsed is seeking to understand how the seizures affect the brain, and why they can lead to behavioral and learning problems years down the line.

UVA’s 1st Research Achievement Awards

February 4, 2020 School of Medicine faculty members were among those recognized as "leaders in their fields [who] are impacting the world in positive ways.”

The FDA has Approved the Artificial Pancreas!

January 2, 2020 The artificial pancreas automatically regulates blood sugar for people with type 1 diabetes, freeing them from the need to stick their fingers multiple times each day.

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