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Bare feet standing on a scale.
Science & Research

A less invasive procedure to lose weight

June 14, 2024   |  
5 min read
Dr. Niloofar Nobakht holds a small model of a diseased kidney, in her office.
Science & Research

Ensuring women have a voice in kidney medicine

June 13, 2024   |  
6 min read
Men's health exam with doctor or psychiatrist working with patient having consultation on diagnostic examination on male disease or mental illness in medical clinic or hospital mental health service
Behavioral Health,
News about UCLA Health,
Science & Research
Atlas of Cardiac Anatomy
Science & Research

Amara Yad: The Moral Road Forward

After a decade-long journey, the work of a UCLA Health physician and his colleagues comes to fruition with a new resource of restoration and healing.
June 12, 2024   |  
16 min read
DNA strand with tumor
Cancer,
Science & Research

Scientists accurately measure cancer evolution

In a new UCLA-led study, investigators shed light on the intricate processes underlying cancer evolution and define the optimal algorithms to analyze the genetic makeup of tumors.
June 11, 2024   |  
4 min read
prostate cancer cells
Cancer,
Science & Research

AI model may yield better outcomes for prostate cancer

Using AI to help map out the boundaries of cancerous prostate tissue can help ensure an accurate diagnosis, precise treatment planning and effective surgical procedures.
June 11, 2024   |  
4 min read
Crystal meth
Science & Research

Clinical trial shows promising results in a two-drug combination that curbs methamphetamine use

A clinical trial on a two-drug therapy for methamphetamine use disorder reduced use of the highly addictive drug for up to 12 weeks after initiation of treatment. To date there is no FDA-approved medication for it.
June 10, 2024   |  
3 min read
Baby in the NICU holding on to mom's hand.
Science & Research
Mt. Sinai registered dieticians
News about UCLA Health
Mpox blisters
Science & Research

Mpox continues to circulate at low numbers among gay and bisexual men who have sex with men

Mpox continues to circulate in the U.S. among gay and bisexual men who have sex with men. Cases fell sharply to 3 cases during the June through December 2023 surveillance period from previous highs, but concern for its reemergence continues.
June 6, 2024   |  
3 min read
microbiome
News about UCLA Health

UCLA receives grant to study gut-brain signaling in youth with anxiety, depression

Findings may lead to microbiome-targeted therapeutics to treat depression and anxiety issues induced by adversity
June 5, 2024   |  
2 min read
Dr. Hanna Mikkola and Julia Aguade Gorgorio
Cancer,
Science & Research
Cannabis leaf, oil and ingestibles
Science & Research

Cannabis use common among patients, with most using it to manage a symptom or health condition

Nearly one in six patients in primary care reported cannabis use, with 35% of those using at levels indicating moderate- to high-risk use disorder. The findings indicate the need for routine cannabis use screening.
June 5, 2024   |  
4 min read
Dennis Slamon
Cancer,
Science & Research

UCLA oncologist Dr. Dennis Slamon awarded Szent-Györgyi Prize for groundbreaking research discoveries

Dr. Dennis Slamon, a world-renowned oncologist and scientist whose groundbreaking research has transformed the treatment of breast cancer, has been awarded the 2024 Szent-Györgyi Prize for Progress in Cancer Research.
June 5, 2024   |  
4 min read
For kids to have the most fun in the sun, keep their skin safe
Healthy Lifestyle,
Science & Research

Dermatologic conditions – even sunburn – can present differently in people of color

UCLA Health’s Skin of Color clinic director explains why – and what everyone should know about their skin as summer approaches.
June 4, 2024   |  
4 min read
Tumor on liver
Cancer,
Science & Research

UCLA team initiates hepatic artery pump program for targeted chemotherapy

This procedure for metastatic colon cancer can extend survival for more patients and potentially get them to the curative stage of therapy.
June 3, 2024   |  
4 min read
Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery to Cease Tremors at UCLA
Science & Research

Ultrasound. Deep-brain stimulation. UCLA Health harnesses advances in neurotechnology

Ultrasound and deep brain stimulation are being used to guide medical procedures and treat neurological diseases.
June 3, 2024   |  
7 min read
jeff goar with family
Cancer,
Science & Research