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USF joins statewide effort to expand newborn genetic screening and genomic medicine
USF Health is leveraging its position as Florida鈥檚 leader in genetic counseling as part of the Sunshine Genetics Consortium, helping launch a statewide program allowing families to have their newborn鈥檚 entire genetic code sequenced at birth.
August 15, 2025USF Health
USF Health and Tampa General Hospital collaborate on more efficient treatment of deadly infections
The treatment tested use of an antibiotic known under the brand name听Dalvance as a possible alternative to antibiotics that must be administered intravenously. The drug shows promise in fighting Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, the leading cause of death by bloodstream infections worldwide.
August 14, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, USF Health
黑料爆料 launches groundbreaking undergraduate concentration in health care simulation
The 黑料爆料 is launching the world鈥檚 first university-based undergraduate concentration in Health Care Simulation Operations 鈥� a rapidly growing discipline aimed at advancing patient safety and care quality using cutting-edge simulation technologies.
August 6, 2025Student Success, USF Health
USF Health specialties shine in new rankings, Tampa General named top hospital in Tampa Bay
Tampa General Hospital has been ranked the No. 1 hospital in Tampa Bay for the 10th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report in its 2025-2026 Best Hospitals rankings. TGH also earned national Top 50 recognition in six specialties 鈥� all led or co-led by USF Health faculty 鈥� including OB-GYN, which rose to No. 5 in the nation and remains Florida鈥檚 top-ranked program.
July 29, 2025USF Health
USF Health clinical trial reveals how hearing aids improve brain health and quality of life
The clinical trial shows that even mild hearing loss, when treated with hearing aids and expert support, can boost mood, increase activity and reduce the risk of falling. The findings support growing evidence that better hearing promotes healthier aging.
July 15, 2025Research and Innovation, USF Health
USF Health brings critical emergency medicine training to rural communities
USF Health faculty and simulation experts brought immersive simulation training directly to health providers in rural areas in Florida and Georgia as part of the CAMLS Without Walls initiative, addressing barriers to continuing medical education.
June 17, 2025Community Partnerships, Research and Innovation, USF Health
New funding from Florida Department of Health fuels transformative research for anti-cancer telemedicine program
The multidisciplinary team from USF developed a platform that addresses critical gaps in cancer care 鈥� improving medication adherence, enhancing patient education and supporting symptom management.
May 21, 2025Research and Innovation, USF Health
Three distinguished USF faculty innovators selected for the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame
Their innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.
May 19, 2025Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation
USF-headquartered Global Virus Network issues urgent call on rising threat of H5N1 bird flu
The Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.
April 29, 2025Research and Innovation
USF celebrates construction milestone for new facility aimed at addressing Florida鈥檚 nursing shortage
The USF Health College of Nursing鈥檚 new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university鈥檚 leadership in meeting the state of Florida鈥檚 growing demand for qualified nurses.
April 17, 2025USF Health, University News
USF Health Morsani College of Medicine named top medical school in Florida and among nation鈥檚 best by U.S. News & World Report
The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has been ranked the No. 1 medical school in Florida and among just 16 in the U.S. to earn a prestigious Tier 1 designation by U.S. News & World Report. With record-breaking research funding and elite student achievement, USF Health continues to drive innovation in medical education, research and patient care.
April 8, 2025USF Health, University News
USF Health establishes new center to advance hypertension and kidney disease research
USF has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state鈥檚 most pressing health challenges.
February 18, 2025USF Health