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Fig. 1 presents: Here’s why the COVID-19 vaccine is safe

COVID vaccines arrived with historic speed, but the science behind them isn’t knew. Here’s how we created them.


Managers’ Corner: The People Leaders Forum kicks off next Friday

Learning and Development is expanding this popular monthly series, which began at UCPath, to all UCOP locations. This month we’ll focus on PACSW’s caregiver toolkit.


On Dec. 16, 2020, senior custodian William Wyatt was the first frontline health care hero at UCSF to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. (Photo ©UCSF Health)

University of California Health administers its one-millionth COVID-19 vaccine

University of California Health has marked a significant milestone in the fight against a pandemic that has killed more than 60,000 people in California.


Dr. Carrie Byington administers a vaccine

Dr. Byington reflects on a year of heartbreak and hope

Dr. Carrie L. Byington, an infectious-disease expert, has had an unprecedented first year as executive vice president and head of University of California Health.


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The UCOP Future of Work Survey launches Tuesday

The UCOP Future of Work Survey will give you an opportunity to provide input on workplace needs and options.


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New Emergency Paid Sick Leave for COVID-19 relief

In recognition of many COVID-19 related challenges, UC has decided to offer all employees a new 2021 allotment of Emergency Paid Sick Leave (EPSL) — available for use immediately.


We’re listening: Results from UCOP’s second COVID-19 Pulse Survey

The results are in from UCOP’s second employee pulse survey focused on our workplace response to COVID-19. Here are the highlights.


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Take the UCOP Future of Work Staff Survey

Take this survey to share your perspective on your post-pandemic work location preferences.


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A message from EVP/COO Rachael Nava on COVID-19 vaccines and returning to on-site operations

Here’s an update on the UCOP vaccine program, our planning and timeline for returning to the office and efforts to plan for future work.


Susan Buchbinder, M.D.

Join the UC Center Sacramento for two COVID-19-related events

Find out about the latest in COVID-19 vaccine technology and the pandemic’s economic impact from leading UC researchers.


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COVID-19: A year in reflections

The UC community shares their stories of a year of hardship, courage and resilience from throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.


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Two masks can be better than one against COVID-19

The CDC recommends either two masks or one tightly fitted mask with at least two layers.


Cloé J.F. Zarifian demonstrates photo intaglio printmaking which explores her multi-ethnic background as Mexican and Armenian

Spark your creativity and celebrate global health

The UC Global Health Day 2021 Creative Expression Contest invites UC community members to share their perspectives of global health through photography, video or poetry.