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A child is sleeping.
Healthy Lifestyle

What to know about using melatonin to help kids sleep

December 27, 2023   |  
5 min read
Melissa Watkins wears a gray trenchcoat that symbolizes depression in her exhibit, "The Beauty of Acceptance." A portrait of herself in the trenchcoat is draped over her shoulders as a cape. (Photo by Nick Carranza)
Healthy Lifestyle

The best stories from UCLA Health in 2023

It’s a privilege to share the remarkable stories coming out of UCLA Health. Here we take a look at our best articles of the year.
December 27, 2023   |  
7 min read
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Ask the Doctors

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   |  
3 min read
Dr. Juan Andino speaking at a podium
Healthy Lifestyle
Skin infection
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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   |  
3 min read
Man washing his hands in soap and water
Healthy Lifestyle
Diana and Nanette before surgery
Healthy Lifestyle
Dark circles
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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   |  
3 min read
Photo of a man and woman, with the man looking sad.
Behavioral Health
concussion testing image
Healthy Lifestyle,
Science & Research
Grip Strength
Ask the Doctors

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   |  
3 min read
Difficulty waking up
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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   |  
3 min read
bacteria
News about UCLA Health,
Science & Research
Volunteers assemble hygiene kits at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, in support of the Homeless Healthcare Collaborative.
News about UCLA Health
Iris Mayoral is a clinical nurse in the geriatric medical/psychiatric unit at the Stewart and Lynda Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA.
Behavioral Health
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Healthy Lifestyle
Doctor typing on computer
Ask the Doctors

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   |  
3 min read