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Ask the Doctors
Infection rate of COVID down, hospitalizations still high
Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding all about COVID-19.
April 1, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
For genomic sequencing needs, researchers turn to UCLA Health
The Technology Center for Genetics and Bioinformatics provides comprehensive bulk, single-cell and spatial sequencing to help advance biological research.
April 1, 2024
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5 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Cancer researcher elected to American Society for Clinical Investigation
Dr. John Lee, associate assistant professor in residence of hematology/oncology in the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, has been elected as a member of the American Society for Clinical Investigation.
April 1, 2024
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2 min read
Ask the Doctors
Clinical trials are used to advance medicine
I have been following your column for a few years now, and clinical trials get mentioned a lot. I know they are used to make sure that a new drug is safe, but other than that, I'm not sure what they are. What exactly is a clinical trial, and how does it work?
March 29, 2024
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3 min read
Ask the Doctors
Pinched nerve can impact quality of life
I have developed pain in my right hip that runs down my thigh and calf. An orthopedic specialist who looked at my scans says it may be a pinched nerve. But my physical therapist says it is inflammation. Can it be both? Is there a solution?
March 27, 2024
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3 min read
Behavioral Health,
Science & Research
Amyloid assassin: Lecanemab makes strides in fight against Alzheimer’s
March 27, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
HERSTORY: Democratizing cancer genetic testing to reduce healthcare disparities
Researchers in the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have launched a new study aimed at unraveling inherited genetic predispositions to cancer in women with a family history of the disease.
March 27, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Genetically engineered dendritic cells enhance the power of immunotherapy against lung cancer
A UCLA Health study suggests that using CXCL9 and CXCL10-producing dendritic cells alongside immunotherapy can be a promising strategy to overcome treatment resistance and improve clinical outcomes for patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
March 26, 2024
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3 min read
Ask the Doctors
Study shows isometric exercise can lower blood pressure
My blood pressure is just a tiny bit high. Does that really matter? My doctor said I should think about taking a blood pressure drug, but I’d rather try to bring it down naturally. I just read that doing isometric exercises can lower blood pressure. Do you know if that's true?
March 25, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
AACR: Progress treating pancreatic cancer, immunotherapy for head and neck cancers, potential biomarker for aggressive neuroendocrine carcinomas and more
The annual ACCR meeting will feature the latest research from UCLA physicians and scientists, who will present their latest findings in key areas of translational and basic scientific research.
March 25, 2024
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6 min read
Ask the Doctors
Research suggests eating later may lower metabolism
I recently read about a study that says eating late makes it easier to gain weight. I would like to know more about that. I've been having success with weight loss by not eating after 6 p.m., and I wonder if the timing has anything to do with that.
March 22, 2024
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3 min read
Science & Research
Ask the Doctors
ACL repair options depend on lifestyle and severity
I twisted my knee snowboarding. I thought it was just a sprain, but it turns out I have a partial tear in my ACL. My doctor says I need surgery. If I just wait and am very careful, won't it eventually heal by itself?
March 20, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Adding ribociclib to hormone therapy reduces the risk of breast cancer recurrence
A new treatment approach that combines a targeted therapy drug with hormone therapy significantly increased the amount of time a person with early breast cancer lives without the cancer returning, according to a study co-led by UCLA investigators.
March 20, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Three UCLA physicians elected to the Association of American Physicians
Three UCLA faculty members —Dr. Lillian Gelberg, Dr. Roger Lo and Dr. Jeffrey Saver— have been elected to the AAP in recognition of their exceptional contributions to the advancement of basic or translational biomedical research.
March 20, 2024
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3 min read
Science & Research
UCLA medical students celebrate Match Day and their ability to overcome barriers
March 19, 2024
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4 min read
Science & Research
Mapping the harms of extreme heat in California
UCLA Heat Maps show where heat causes harm or death.
March 18, 2024
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2 min read
Ask the Doctors
Severity of compartment syndrome determines treatment timing
Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding acute compartment syndrome, styrene, and scents improving memory.
March 18, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Attacking metastatic prostate cancer early with combination treatment approach improves outcomes in preliminary study
UCLA investigators have shown the combination of a short course of powerful and intense hormonal therapy with targeted radiation is safe and effective in treating people with advanced prostate cancer.
March 18, 2024
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4 min read
Ask the Doctors
Taking a walk after eating can help with blood sugar control
When I had my annual checkup last fall, the blood test showed I am close to having prediabetes. My doctor said I need to change my diet and get more exercise. I recently read that taking a walk right after eating helps lower blood sugar. Do you know if that's true?
March 15, 2024
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3 min read