Scientists found a way to identify and possibly treat a mysterious type of bladder cancer that affects up to 1 in 4 cases.

In one of the largest and most comprehensive studies of its kind, a research team led at UC San Francisco has identified the regions where dementia occurs most often. Using the Mid-Atlantic as the ...

A study showed that daily "micro-acts" promote wellbeing and health. These include acts of kindness, self-reflection, gratitude, positive reframing, and experiencing awe.

From hydration to ovulation, health trackers keep tabs on nearly 1 in 4 Americans. But wearable devices like these are just one piece of the ever-expanding medical “internet of things” — a universe of ...

A new study led by UC San Francisco researchers finds that chronic cannabis use — whether it’s smoked or consumed in edible form — is associated with significant cardiovascular risks. The report, ...

As rates of depression and suicide in youth spike, experts are asking whether social media makes kids depressed — or whether depressed kids simply spend more time on social media? A new study provides ...

In pancreatic cancer, metastasis is often the first sign that a patient even has cancer, and by then, the cancer has spread out of control. Researchers discovered how pancreatic cancer cells migrate ...

The Alumni Association of UC San Francisco (AAUCSF) has announced the recipients of the 2025 UCSF Alumni Achievement Awards. These prestigious honors recognize outstanding alumni from UCSF’s Schools ...