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Cancer,
Science & Research
Researchers uncover a potential genetic marker associated with better survival outcomes in patients with head and neck cancer
Researchers from the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center discovered a gene usually linked to giant axonal neuropathy, a rare neurological condition, also plays a role in inhibiting aggressive tumor cell growth in head and neck cancers.
February 29, 2024
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COPD can develop due to environmental hazards
I work in a big shop where we make custom furniture. My wife thinks it puts me at risk of COPD and insists I should use a mask. Is she right? I thought COPD was something that happens to smokers. Plus, wearing a mask isn't very comfortable.
February 28, 2024
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3 min read
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Cancer,
Science & Research
Researchers use AI to detect pancreatic cancer sooner
A dear friend was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. It was so advanced, he died just a month later. I recently saw a discussion on television about using AI to detect pancreatic cancer early, while it is still curable. How would that work?
February 26, 2024
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3 min read
Behavioral Health,
Science & Research
Yoga provides unique cognitive benefits to older women at risk of Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
February 23, 2024
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3 min read
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Antibiotics can temporarily wipe out the gut microbiome
I got a tick bite, and because there's Lyme disease in our area, my doctor put me on antibiotics. It prevented Lyme disease, but I'm worried about what it did to my gut microbiome. How long does it take to recover? Can I do anything to help?
February 23, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Off-the-shelf vaccine offers hope for pancreatic and colorectal cancer patients with KRAS mutations
Samara Rahman, 74, enrolled in a clinical trial at UCLA Health that was evaluating an “off-the-shelf” vaccine that is given after surgery to prevent or delay the cancer from coming back in high-risk patients.
February 22, 2024
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5 min read
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Protecting skin from sun can help appearance of aging
I'm 59 years old and have noticed that my skin is already getting fragile. I know it's a natural part of aging, but I didn't expect it to happen so soon. I'd like to know what causes skin to change with age, and also hear thoughts on caring for older skin.
February 21, 2024
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3 min read
Behavioral Health,
Science & Research
Uptake of HIV prevention medication doubles with mix of digital health interventions, study finds
February 20, 2024
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4 min read
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Strenuous exercise can lead to flare of long COVID symptoms
Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding long COVID.
February 19, 2024
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3 min read
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Science & Research
Study identifies behaviors that might contribute to Alzheimer’s
I read that there's a big new study that lists some of the most common risk factors for developing dementia at an early age. I would like to know more about it. How was it done, and what are the risk factors that were identified?
February 16, 2024
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3 min read
Science & Research
Decoding the Mysteries of Ovaries
February 16, 2024
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17 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Promising target for CAR T-cell therapy leads to potent antitumor responses against cutaneous and rare melanomas
Scientists at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have built and demonstrated the potential efficacy of a new CAR T-cell-based immunotherapy specifically designed to treat patients with cutaneous and rare subtypes of melanoma.
February 16, 2024
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4 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
UCLA-led research results in FDA approval of 4-drug combination for frontline treatment of metastatic pancreatic cancer
A four-drug chemotherapy regimen of irinotecan liposome (Onivyde) in combination with oxaliplatin, leucovorin, and fluorouracil has been approved by the FDA for the first-line treatment of metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma.
February 15, 2024
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Headache could be symptom of underlying condition
Ask the Doctors monthly letters column answers questions regarding severe headache pain, stem cells to manage Type 1 diabetes, and Botox for migraine.
February 14, 2024
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3 min read
Behavioral Health,
Science & Research
Study finds childhood bullying linked to distrust and mental health problems in adolescence
February 13, 2024
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3 min read
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Elevated creatinine levels can impact kidney function
My father has diabetes and high blood pressure. Sometimes he fails to follow medical care for these diseases. Now his level of creatinine has reached 2.6 mg/dL, which is very high. He is getting weak and has cramps at night. How do you decrease high creatinine?
February 12, 2024
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3 min read
Cancer,
Science & Research
Antibody drug conjugates make strides in ovarian cancer with recent FDA approval
The UCLA Health women’s cancer research team in OBGYN played a pivotal role in a clinical trial that led to the FDA granting accelerated approval of the first antibody drug conjugate for the treatment of platinum-resistant ovarian cancer.
February 12, 2024
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4 min read
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Long COVID affects each person differently
Is there anything new on long COVID? I have it, and it hijacked my life. I get tired really easily, can't exercise like I used to and my heart often beats too fast. The worst part is the brain fog, which affects my work. Is there any progress on a treatment or on determining what causes it?
February 9, 2024
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3 min read
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Several treatments available for nosebleeds
I am a 76-year-old woman not prone to nosebleeds. However, I recently started having heavy ones. Thrombin spray helped, but only for a week. A CT scan was normal. What can be done? A friend with nosebleeds had his nose cauterized. Might that be helpful for me?
February 7, 2024
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3 min read
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Cold plunge one form of whole-body cryotherapy
It's a tradition in my husband's family to start the new year with a dip in the ocean. We live in Maryland, so that means it's freezing cold. I see on social media that doing a cold plunge is now a craze. Is it true what they're saying, that it's good for you?
February 5, 2024
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