Covid19
University of Cincinnati Responds



The University of Cincinnati has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic as it does with all significant challenges — head on and with perseverance. Despite social distancing, UC has worked to devise solutions to meet its educational, creative, scholarly, research and service missions. Nearly every aspect of our campus community has been affected by the pandemic. But these changes, no matter the size or scope, must never keep us from being Bearcats. Our family is over 365,000 strong, and we will persevere by the wisdom ingrained in our university’s seal: strength in unity.

These situations have led to amazing and inspiring stories about a campus and a community that has united to bring hope through innovation, creativity and care for one another. Our students, faculty, staff and alumni are exhibiting compassion, flexibility and brilliance in the face of uncertainty.

Doctors and researchers across campus are working tirelessly to advance knowledge around this virus and ultimately help devise a cure. These UC scholars are making strides toward overcoming COVID-19 through novel programs, innovative research and collaborative teams, including the COVID-19 Research Innovation Task Force. The clinical trials and discoveries that are growing from these efforts have already shown great promise.

All of this is happening as Bearcats in Cincinnati and around the globe look beyond their own needs to help others in countless ways by choosing to “see the good” even during difficult times. We call it #UCtheGood.

Covid19News

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Why a common allergy nasal spray might prevent COVID

September 5, 2025

A common over-the-counter nasal spray grabbed headlines and social media buzz this week as a simple, surprising way to reduce your chances of getting COVID-19. Experts say the research behind the headlines is promising but early. The key may be that the spray, used to treat seasonal allergies, helps keep the nose lining calm.

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UC engineer applies Covid lessons to cancer

February 11, 2025

A chemical engineering professor at the University of Cincinnati is developing new ways to deliver treatments for infectious diseases and cancer using the technology found in COVID-19 vaccines.

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The best disposable face masks

December 11, 2024

Wearing a face mask in a public setting is one of the best ways to avoid getting and spreading illnesses including Covid-19, the flu, RSV and the common cold, said Carl Fichtenbaum, MD, endowed professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. But choosing which type to use might seem tricky.

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A long haul with long COVID-19

November 25, 2024

A growing body of evidence suggests those in the low- and middle-income brackets are more likely to develop long COVID-19, to suffer longer with its symptoms and to endure job loss, eviction and other serious consequences because of it.

COVID-19 News

Hope through innovation

Researchers at UC are doing what they do best in the face of this pandemic: discovering solutions. Learn what doctors and scholars at UC’s world-class Academic Health Center are doing to conquer COVID-19.

Conquering COVID-19

#UCTheGood

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Why a common allergy nasal spray might prevent COVID

September 5, 2025

A common over-the-counter nasal spray grabbed headlines and social media buzz this week as a simple, surprising way to reduce your chances of getting COVID-19. Experts say the research behind the headlines is promising but early. The key may be that the spray, used to treat seasonal allergies, helps keep the nose lining calm.

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Back to School 2025: UC’s sustained growth

August 25, 2025

The University of Cincinnati will continue to see growth in enrollment as classes begin Monday, Aug. 25, with a projected 54,000 students — a 1.4% increase over last year.

#UCTheGood News

#UCTheGood

Whether delivering groceries to high-risk neighbors or making music that makes us smile, the UC community is bringing joy to many who need an extra dose.

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