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Dr. Lillian Gelberg, Dr. Roger Lo and Dr. Jeffrey Saver
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   |  
3 min read
pneumonia blog
Healthy Lifestyle

Can you catch pneumonia?

Pneumonia affects people of all ages, but it is avoidable. Knowing how you can catch it and how to prevent the spread of pneumonia may reduce your risk.
March 19, 2024   |  
4 min read
boost immunity blog
Healthy Lifestyle

5 ways to boost your immunity

No one wants to get sick. Learn five effective things you can do to help boost your immune system and fight off illness-causing germs.
March 19, 2024   |  
4 min read
sugar substitutes blog
Healthy Lifestyle

Guide to sugar substitutes

Reducing your sugar intake is a smart move. But replacing it with sugar substitutes isn’t necessarily a healthier choice. Learn why.
March 18, 2024   |  
3 min read
Doctor typing on computer
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   |  
3 min read
radiation therapy
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   |  
4 min read
Walking outside together
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   |  
3 min read
potassium
Healthy Lifestyle

Why you need potassium — and how to get more of it

Potassium is an essential mineral that supports heart health and your muscles and nervous system. But most Americans don’t get enough. Here’s how to get more.
March 15, 2024   |  
4 min read
Owen Witte
Cancer,
Science & Research

Cancer association recognizes Owen Witte for advancing blood cancer research

The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) has awarded Dr. Owen Witte, founding director emeritus of the UCLA Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research, with the 2024 Award for Outstanding Achievement in Blood Cancer Research.
March 15, 2024   |  
2 min read
Elderly care
Ask the Doctors

Probiotics may ease nonmotor symptoms of Parkinson’s

A good friend has Parkinson's disease. She has mentioned trying probiotics to her doctor, but he doesn't seem interested in the idea. My friend worries she might alienate him if she gets help from another doctor. Is there guidance about using probiotics with PD?
March 13, 2024   |  
3 min read
Lower back pain
Ask the Doctors

Holistic approach helpful for lower back pain

I suffer from chronic back pain, and my doctor told me that the only treatment available is pain medication. Is that because the problem is with my lower back? Are there any other treatment options for this kind of chronic pain?
March 11, 2024   |  
3 min read
Roger Lo
Cancer,
Science & Research

Cancer researchers awarded $3.2 million grant to find better ways to treat advanced melanoma

A team of investigators from the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute was awarded a $3.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health.
March 11, 2024   |  
3 min read
Domesticated cats
Ask the Doctors

Toxoplasmosis a small risk in owning a cat

My fiance and I adopted a cat, and his mother is insisting that we must give it back. She says you can get toxoplasmosis from having a cat in the house, and if I get pregnant, I'll give it to the baby. Is that really true? What is toxoplasmosis?
March 8, 2024   |  
3 min read
Itchy scalp
Ask the Doctors

Scalp psoriasis can be treated in many ways

I recently developed very bad psoriasis, but only on my scalp. The itch is awful. I'm not interested in the medications advertised on TV because of the side effects. Can you recommend anything?
March 6, 2024   |  
3 min read
Image
Ask the Doctors

Decaffeination process can use solvents

I love decaffeinated black tea and drink a lot of it. Since I don't add sugar or milk, I have always felt it was healthy. Now I'm questioning that assumption because I've heard that the decaffeination process can make the tea unhealthy. Should I be cutting back?
March 4, 2024   |  
3 min read