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A homeless encampment on the streets of Downtown Los Angeles.
Behavioral Health,
Science & Research

Study finds LA County pilot program to aid gravely disabled residents could improve housing, hospitalization rates

A UCLA Health-led evaluation of Los Angeles County’s pilot program aimed at bolstering aid to gravely disabled homeless residents found the initiative could offer a promising framework to improve housing and health outcomes and relieve overburdened psychiatric hospitals.
February 5, 2024   |  
4 min read
cold medicine blog
Healthy Lifestyle

A guide to cold medicines

Not all medicines are created equal when you need cold or flu symptom relief. In our guide to cold medicine, learn what to take for your specific symptoms.
February 4, 2024   |  
4 min read
KC Brandenstein and husband, Jason Benoit, at home with their newborn daughter, James.
Healthy Lifestyle
Stomach ache
Ask the Doctors

Research finds GDF15 hormone linked to morning sickness

My husband and I are ready to expand our family, but I had such bad morning sickness for my whole pregnancy last time that I'm scared. Can you please talk about recent news about what causes morning sickness and if this may lead to a treatment that actually helps?
February 2, 2024   |  
3 min read
transition peds adult blog
Healthy Lifestyle

Own your health: 6 tips for moving from pediatric to adult care

Switching from pediatric care to adult care can be challenging. But knowing how to select a primary care physician and organize health records helps.
February 2, 2024   |  
5 min read
Dr. Janet Pregler, left, and Dr. Erin Baroni at the Iris Cantor — UCLA Women’s Health Center in Westwood on Thursday, January 18, 2024. (Joshua Sudock | UCLA Health)
Healthy Lifestyle

How UCLA’s LBQ+ program creates more space in health care for all

The initiative aims to give lesbian, bisexual, and queer individuals access to culturally aligned and thoughtful services.
February 2, 2024   |  
7 min read
Raw milk bacteria
Ask the Doctors

Dangers of raw milk arise from bacteria

We might start buying raw milk from a family farm in our area. It seems safe because they have only two cows and test the milk for bacteria. But when I told my dad, he said raw milk is always risky. Is that true?
January 31, 2024   |  
3 min read
From left: John Mazziotta, Tamer Sallam, Kirk Dunn and Chancellor Gene Block. Photo: Todd Cheney
News about UCLA Health
Doctor typing on computer
Ask the Doctors

Vaccination best way to fight tripledemic

Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding a tripledemic, bug bites, macular degeneration, and long COVID.
January 29, 2024   |  
3 min read
Healthy Eating
Healthy Lifestyle

Take on a new healthy habit this year

It’s natural to make resolutions as the new year begins. Choosing a resolution to boost one’s health can lead to a big payoff.
January 29, 2024   |  
3 min read
Dr. glazier and Dr. Ko
Ask the Doctors
Fitness supplement
Ask the Doctors

Creatine supplements can help build muscle mass

I'm a 36-year-old woman, and recently I began lifting weights to get stronger. A trainer at my gym has been saying that taking a creatine supplement could be helpful for that. What is creatine, and what does it do?
January 26, 2024   |  
3 min read
A tween girl using a laptop
Healthy Lifestyle

Kids into skincare may be at risk from influencers promoting inappropriate products

UCLA experts advise a minimalist approach and an empathetic discussion with parents.
January 25, 2024   |  
5 min read
Image
Ask the Doctors

Complicated grief extends the time it takes to heal

My mother and stepfather were married for 42 years when he passed away suddenly. That was a year ago, and she's still struggling. I talked to my doctor about it, and he said it sounds like “complicated grief.” I've never heard of that. What can we do to help her?
January 24, 2024   |  
3 min read
Dr. George Slavich speaks with Dr. Jennifer Taitz during a Zoom presentation.
Behavioral Health,
Healthy Lifestyle
Goal setting
Ask the Doctors

New Year’s resolutions more achievable when specific

My husband teases me because I love making New Year's resolutions, but I have trouble keeping them. Some on my list for 2024 -- lose 10 pounds, start hitting the gym -- have been with me since the 1990s! Any advice on how to do better?
January 22, 2024   |  
3 min read