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Cancer,
Healthy Lifestyle
Second lung cancer in lung cancer survivors: What you need to know
Lung cancer survivors are at risk of developing new second lung cancers (unrelated to the previous cancer). Understanding your risk can be lifesaving.
January 8, 2024
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4 min read
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It’s debatable if flies can pass H. pylori
In your recent column about gastritis, you didn't mention the possibility of getting H. pylori from flies. I was diagnosed with H. pylori decades ago, and soon after I saw a video in the doctor's waiting room about its connection to flies. I now go to war with any flies in the house.
January 5, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Healthy Lifestyle
Do you know the risk factors for pancreatic cancer?
Pancreatic cancer is often diagnosed when it’s advanced and hard to treat. Knowing the risk factors may help you identify it early when it’s most treatable.
January 3, 2024
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5 min read
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Resistant starches newest thing in gut microbiome talk
I've been learning about the gut microbiome, and the terminology keeps changing. I understand probiotics. Then came prebiotics and postbiotics, which I think I finally get. But now people are talking about resistant starch. What is it, and why is it important?
January 3, 2024
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3 min read
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Research being conducted on using stem cells to treat diabetes
My 11-year-old granddaughter was recently hospitalized for two days and diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. This came as a shock. Her cord blood has been stored since her birth. Is there any way it can be used to help with this disease?
January 1, 2024
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3 min read
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Schatzki’s ring causes restriction of esophagus
I recently read about a woman complaining that her granddaughter eats very slowly. It brought to mind the condition I have called Schatzki's ring, which is a restriction in the esophagus. I wonder if the granddaughter may have a similar problem. Could you discuss Schatzki's ring?
December 29, 2023
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3 min read
Cancer,
Healthy Lifestyle
Broccoli and other cruciferous veggies can significantly lower cancer risks
December 29, 2023
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3 min read
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Diet, hydration best way to get electrolytes
My husband was given a small jar of an electrolyte powder by a friend and has decided to take it on a daily basis. He is 76 years old, sedentary, a bit overweight and has high blood pressure. Might taking electrolytes cause him problems?
December 27, 2023
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3 min read
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Swimmers with Parkinson’s disease need spotters
Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding swimmers with Parkinson’s, methylation, osteoarthritis, and weight-loss surgery.
December 25, 2023
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3 min read
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Cellulitis and cellulite are not the same thing
My husband and I help my aunt with doctor visits. She has a persistent wound on her foot and was diagnosed with cellulitis. She has confused it with cellulite and isn't taking it seriously. Can you offer some information so we can help her understand what’s going on?
December 22, 2023
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Researchers awarded $3 million to develop AI to better detect aggressive prostate cancer
Researchers at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have received a five-year, $3 million grant from the National Cancer Institute to identify novel cancer biomarkers and develop AI that can detect and predict aggressive prostate cancer to help avoid unnecessary treatments and their associated negative side effects.
December 21, 2023
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2 min read
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Dark circles can arise from health issues, lifestyle or genetics
What causes dark circles under the eyes? I have always had areas of darker skin under my eyes, but as I'm getting older, it has been getting more noticeable. Could it be something to do with sleep, or with my diet?
December 20, 2023
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Sanaz Memarzadeh awarded $1.2 million to study recurrent ovarian cancer
Dr. Sanaz Memarzadeh received a $1.2 million grant from the Veterans Affairs Office to better understand what causes ovarian cancer to recur and how to better target the aggressive, and often deadly, malady.
December 18, 2023
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2 min read
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Grip strength an important biomarker for assessing health
I am a 46-year-old woman, and I recently moved to be closer to my family. I have a new doctor who surprised me by talking about grip strength. She said it's an important measure of health. I have never heard of this. Can you explain?
December 18, 2023
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3 min read
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Lifestyle changes can help fight sleep inertia
I recently heard on social media about something called sleep inertia. It came up in a conversation about how to get a better night's sleep. Is this real, or was it invented? I often don't feel refreshed when I wake up and wonder if sleep inertia might be why.
December 15, 2023
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Internationally renowned oncologist to lead breast cancer program and translational research integration at UCLA Health
Dr. Aditya Bardia, a breast medical oncologist and physician scientist who specializes in developing novel targeted and personalized therapies, has joined UCLA where he will assume several leadership roles across the institution.
December 14, 2023
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3 min read
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Getting COVID-19 and flu vaccines at same time is safe
Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding new COVID-19 vaccine, flu vaccine, and RSV.
December 13, 2023
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Two UCLA Engineers Named to 2023 National Academy of Inventors
Eric P. Y. Chiou and Paul Weiss at the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering have been elected as fellows of the National Academy of Inventors.
December 12, 2023
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3 min read
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Genetic counselors key component in genetic testing
After my best friend was diagnosed with breast cancer, she learned that she has a BRCA gene, and that it put her at risk of getting it. Now she's urging all of her girlfriends to get genetic testing. What is that, and how does it work? I'm actually afraid of learning something bad.
December 11, 2023
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3 min read
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Even children can be diagnosed with hypertension
My nephew is 12 years old and was diagnosed with hypertension. I was surprised because I didn't realize this could be a problem for kids his age. I don't remember having my blood pressure checked as a kid. What information do you have about this?
December 8, 2023
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3 min read