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Headache disorders are the third leading cause of disability worldwide and affect people’s jobs, family life and quality of life. Recurring headaches impact 3.1 billion people globally.

Alumna Annika…

An intensive care unit nurse for over 25 years, Rubi Alva de Hickson, MS, RN, NP, never expected to be involved in health policy work — let alone lead it.  

Linda Franck, PhD, RN, FAAN, professor, is the recipient of the 2024 Helen Nahm Research Lecture Award in honor of her outstanding contributions to nursing science and research. 

Franck delivered…

Graduating from UC San Francisco is the end of one rewarding journey and the start of another. 

For the new alumni recently honored at UCSF Diversity Graduation, it not only signals the beginning of a…

Life as a former foster youth isn’t easy, but two students at UC San Francisco have managed to overcome the countless challenges from their experiences. 

Kuanie Julin and Paóla Benefo have both come a…

UC San Francisco has selected a transformational nurse leader, Carol Dawson-Rose, PhD, RN,…

The Center for Disease Control last year issued a landmark update: for the first time, their breastfeeding guidelines include recommendations for people living with HIV.

The decision is a significant…

Year after year, nursing ranks as the most trusted profession. Many people trust nurses to care for them in ways that improve their condition. Unfortunately, many factors often dampen the experience of individuals…