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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on Sept. 17, 2018.

UIHC treating second COVID-19 patient, one a case of community spread in Johnson County

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief March 15, 2020

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is treating a second patient with COVID-19 — the first patient the health-care center has seen with community-acquired transmission, a spokesperson said in...

Johnson County Public Health Director Dave Koch speaks during a press conference about COVID-19 at the Joint Emergency Communications Center on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

UI cancels events, UIHC to screen patients and visitors to mitigate COVID-19 risks

Mary Hartel, News Reporter March 13, 2020

In response to the growing spread and public concern over COVID-19, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is increasing screening protocol for patient visitors in attempts to mitigate transmission....

UIHC Chief Medical Officer Theresa Brennan speaks during a media availability event at the IMU on March 4, 2020. The University of Iowa officials spoke to reporters about the UI's actions regarding coronavirus.

UI Hospitals and Clinics to open new clinic, conduct video doctor visits amid COVID-19 cases

Alexandra Skores, News Editor March 11, 2020

University of Iowa Health Care employees are taking preventative measures to prepare staff for visitors and patients with flu-like symptoms as UIHC shared Wednesday it was caring for one novel coronavirus...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on Sept. 17, 2018.

UI Health Care admits patient with COVID-19 in ‘critical condition’

Alexandra Skores, News Editor March 11, 2020

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics CEO Suresh Gunasekaran alerted employees in an email Wednesday morning of the admittance of a COVID-19 patient in "critical condition." According to the...

UIHC Chief Medical Officer Theresa Brennan speaks during a press conference on Tuesday at the Joint Emergency Communications Center.

Number of coronavirus cases in Johnson County rises to 12, all took same Egypt cruise

Rin Swann, News Reporter March 10, 2020

The number of presumptive novel coronavirus cases in Johnson County reached 12 on Tuesday after traveling on the same Egypt cruise, state health officials confirmed. A Tuesday press release from the...

Brian Dlouhy poses for a photo a University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital on Tuesday.

UI research team finds breakthrough in epilepsy research

Riley Davis, News Reporter February 26, 2020

A University of Iowa research team is the first to ever use electric stimulation on the amygdala to affect loss of breathing during epileptic seizures — sparking the possibility that they may be...

The UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital is seen in September 2018.

UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital receives donations from IHOP through partnership with Children’s Miracle Network

Rachel Schilke, News Reporter February 25, 2020

The University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital joined with IHOP for the chain restaurant’s annual celebration of National Pancake Day to support the Children’s Miracle Network initiative...

Epidemiologist Jorge Salinas talks about the spread of coronavirus during the World Canvas discussion about Coronavirus on Friday, Feb. 21, 2020 at the Old Town Capitol Mall.

UI panel discusses response, concerns on coronavirus

Mary Hartel, News Reporter February 23, 2020

Four University of Iowa experts gathered for a panel Feb. 21 at the University Capitol Center to address common concerns and misperceptions pertaining to the coronavirus, emphasizing campus efforts...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on Sept. 17, 2018.

UI doctors discover new genetic mutation that causes fatal heart arrhythmias

Lauren White, News Reporter February 20, 2020

After several children died from sudden cardiac arrests, a team of doctors discovered a genetic mutation to be the cause of their fatal heart arrhythmias — a disorder of the movement of the heart that...

Carson King claps during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Sept. 28, 2019.

‘Iowa Legend’ Carson King starts foundation, makes philanthropy a career

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter February 6, 2020

Just five months ago, Carson King became a viral sensation overnight. Now, the “Iowa Legend” is dedicating his life to philanthropy by starting the Carson King Foundation, all #ForTheKids. Back...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics as seen on Sept. 17, 2018.

UIHC will collaborate with Encompass Health to open rehab hospital in May

Riley Davis, News Reporter February 4, 2020

RELATED: Mercy Iowa City, Kindred Healthcare to open new rehabilitation facility in Coralville Notable for its medical presence in Iowa City, University of Iowa Health Care was a simple choice for Encompass...